Peacefully on August 16th, 2013, at Groves Memorial Hospital, Fergus, after an age related illness, at the age of 93. Beloved husband of Ethel (nee: Hangartner) for 68 years. Lovingly remembered by his children Rosemeri Ritter, Jane (Clark) Reed and Richard Bott. Special Grampy Ralph to 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Survived by his brother Ed (Marg) Bott and sister Blossom Krieg and sister-in-law Reta Bott. Predeceased by his son Russel and brothers Clifford, Ray, Harry, Lloyd and sister Helen. Ralph will also be remembered by many other family members and friends. Ralph served in the Armed Forces from 1941-1945, he was a retired farmer and Kitchener Waterloo motor carrier driver. A private family service will be held, with interment at the Elora Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ralph’s memory may be made to the Canadian Hearing Society- 120 Ottawa St N, Kitchener, ON N2H 3K5. www.grahamgiddyfh.com 519 846 5352