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Jay Lang posted a condolence
Thursday, June 8, 2023
Hearing of Ralph’s passing was a shock. Over nearly 20 years of his outstanding service, our conversations almost always turned to hunting and showing each other our season’s take, or if it was a loss, a big laugh.
I will always recall him telling me when I tried to fix my plumbing “… whatever you do, don’t touch it!” … of course in a more colorful way!
Ralph will be missed and his laughter and love of life never forgotten.
Thank you Ralph for the privilege of knowing you ….
Jay Lang
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Sue Joiner posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Dear Family,
I just learned of Ralph's passing and wish to extend my deepest sympathy for your loss.
My late husband and I met Ralph and his family in our camping group over twenty years ago. He was dedicated to his profession and always came to my rescue with my furnace and plumbing problems.
Ralph was a wonderful person and will be deeply missed.
In caring sympathy, Sue Joiner
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Michael Parenteau posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Very sad news. Ralph and I had many interesting conversations while he was expertly handling the plumbing issues at Oleo Acres. I will miss those chats. I hope he runs into Paul and Delia Capsis on his new journey. They were both big fans of Ralph. My deepest condolences to Wendy and the kids.
Mike Parenteau
Manager, Oleo Acres
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Aileen Spadola posted a condolence
Monday, April 17, 2023
It saddens me greatly to hear of Ralph’s passing, and my heart goes out to his family and his brother and sisters. What wonderful friends and neighbors all the Apelles family are now, and how we cared greatly for them all then when we were all children. Ralph will be dearly missed. My prayers and love go out to all of you at this difficult time.
Aileen Spadola
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Stan Putko posted a condolence
Monday, April 17, 2023
Our condolences to the family and friends. Ralph was an exceptional person with a generous and great heart and will be sorely missed.
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Jeff Schaper posted a condolence
Sunday, April 16, 2023
We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ralph and extend our heartfelt condolences to the Apelles family. Ralph was an exceptional professional who took great pride in his work and developed a strong bond with his clients. He demonstrated unwavering reliability and dedication to his craft, always making time for his clients even during emergencies. One instance that stands out was when he came over late the night before Thanksgiving to repair a leaking pipe because he knew we had a houseful of people coming the next day.
Ralph's legacy is a testament to his exceptional character and work ethic. We are heartened to hear that Greg is poised to carry on his father's legacy and continue providing top-notch plumbing and heating services to the community.
Please know that the Apelles family is in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Jeff and Charlene Schaper
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Tim & Mary Canfield posted a condolence
Sunday, April 16, 2023
We wish to express our deepest condolence's to Wendy, Greg, Katrina and family. Ralph was indeed a good man and a great guy! Those who touch our lives stay in our hearts forever! RIP Ralph.
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John Di Turo posted a condolence
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Ralph was one of kindest people I have known. He never had a harsh word for anyone and was always willing to help when you needed it. I met Ralph when we were very young and remained friends all these years. Growing up, I spent my summers in the house neighboring his. We spent alot of time together. As a teenager he taught me how to drive a car. At first i wasnt too good, but he was very patient with me.
When I finally moved to area, I didn't have a job, and he gave me one. That was just the kind of person he was. He taught me plumbing skills that I use to this day.
I will miss his powerful voice and kind heart. My family and I offer our deep condolences.
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Irene Johnson posted a condolence
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Ralph was my neighbor for most of his life. I watched him grow up with my three sons. He happily married Wendy. Then Greg and Katrina were a big part of his life. His business grew as did his cildren who gave him two granddaughters. I am happy that he had a good life. However, it ended too soon and he will be truly missed by all. I feel that I have lost one of my own. My condolences to his loving family.
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Ruth Burger posted a condolence
Friday, April 14, 2023
I am truly sorry to hear about Ralph’s passing so unexpected. He will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family. Rest in peace, Ralph. Ruth Burger.
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Regi Campiglia lit a candle
Friday, April 14, 2023
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Dear Wendy, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Love, Nick, Regi and family
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Brian Maher posted a condolence
Friday, April 14, 2023
Dear Wendy
I am so sorry for your loss.
Ralph was a wonderful family friend and will be greatly missed. He will be in our prayers.
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Cathleen Maher Antokal posted a condolence
Friday, April 14, 2023
Dear Wendy,
I am so sorry to hear about Ralph. He was a dear family friend with a huge heart and such kindness. He will be missed. I am holding you all in thought and prayer during this difficult time.
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Barbara lit a candle
Friday, April 14, 2023
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Ralph and I went to school together, I remember him coming to our house ( Schoen House) with his sister Vera, he and I would play endlessly together. Rest in Peace Ralph.
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Collette Vertullo-Fetterman posted a condolence
Friday, April 14, 2023
He was a kind landlord and all around nice guy.
I am so sorry for your loss.
You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Collette Vertullo - Fetterman
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Katie Harris posted a condolence
Friday, April 14, 2023
To Ralph’s Family-
Your dad was a one of a kind guy. Generous and kind. He will surely be missed by all. I can remember his voice and laugh echoing from our basement room while he was fixing things at our home growing up. Thoughts and prayers to you all and I hope that you can seek solace in knowing how loved he was by so many.
The Harris Family (C&B Video)
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Linda Howard posted a condolence
Friday, April 14, 2023
So very sorry for the loss of this wonderful man. Ralph will be missed by many. Prayers and condolences to all
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Susan Andonucci posted a condolence
Friday, April 14, 2023
Ralph, your huge, amazing personality, your easy thunderous laugh, your eagerness to help anyone needing help, your quick wit, and so much more about you will be greatly missed by all who knew you and had the honor of calling you “friend”. You will not be forgotten.
Susan and Tom Andonucci
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Tom Engels posted a condolence
Friday, April 14, 2023
God bless a good guy gone too soon he took care of all our plumbing needs for years
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Susan Dwyer posted a condolence
Friday, April 14, 2023
Ralph was a wonderful caring man who went out of his way to help so many of us...he helped me out many times in "omg"
Situations.. I will miss him and our conversations... prayers said for his family. .. I'm so sorry he passed over..
Susan Dwyer
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Sherri and Ed McConnell posted a condolence
Friday, April 14, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Ralph was a student of mine many years ago and a neighbor of Ed’s family. He became our dedicated plumber back in 1985 when he was first getting started. Always a stop on the road in his truck to chat. Always a prompt response to any plumbing problem we had. A great guy and we are truly going to miss his friendship and humor. We are confident that Greg will carry on his legacy. Ralph will be missed. May happy memories bring you all comfort.
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Shari lit a candle
Thursday, April 13, 2023
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I am so sad to hear about Ralph. What a great guy. He was always there when I needed him.
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Carl & Linda Rumbalski lit a candle
Thursday, April 13, 2023
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Katrina our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Carl & Linda Rumbalski
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Jean Gilmore posted a condolence
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Rest in peace, Ralph. I didn’t know you personally but I had the pleasure of teaching both of your children in high school at Pine Bush. From knowing them-I can tell what a smart, kind, loving and loyal father you were. They are both two of the nicest students I’ve had in 33 years of teaching. Your loss is unimaginably hard for your wife and children and they will be in my prayers in the days to come. Everyone will miss you terribly.
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Mike Voss posted a condolence
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Over the years I had the occasion to call on Ralph usually in a panic
He could usually solve the problem over the phone if not he would come out and it would always be fixed
Our conversations would always lead to snowmobile stories or ATV Stories
A well rounded great all round person that would give you the shirt off his back
Was looking forward to spending some real quality time with him
He will be enormously missed on so many levels
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"Tad" Paul Johnson posted a condolence
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Ralph was a great friend and wonderful neighbor. Have so many memories with him going back to childhood and until current time. Will be missed and is a big loss for our family and the Pine Bush community. May his soul be at rest.
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Kathi Metzinger Miller posted a condolence
Thursday, April 13, 2023
I’m so sorry for your loss. Ralph was well known and well liked by so many people for so many years. He will be sadly missed. My condolences to friends and family.
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Thursday, April 13, 2023
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DENNIS BRANHAM posted a condolence
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Wendy,
We are saddened to learn of Ralph's passing.
Jovanna & Dennis Branham
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Thursday, April 13, 2023
Sending our thoughts and prayers to Ralph's family and are so very sorry for your loss. We will always have fond memories of Ralph.
Sincerely,
Steve and Lisa Stuhmer
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Allen Dunn posted a condolence
Thursday, April 13, 2023
So sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed by many.
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Ray and Betty Stuhmer posted a condolence
Thursday, April 13, 2023
To Ralph’s beautiful family we send our heartfelt sympathy in the passing of a great man. He will be missed dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these tough times.
Gods blessings,
Betty and Ray Stuhmer
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