Surrounded by family and love on October 2, 2008 at the age of 81 years. Loving husband of the late Joan (nee Paquette) Olsen (2007). Cherished father of Gary and Leslie, Eric and Patti, Gregg and Joan, and his most loving and faithful daughter Karen. Much loved Pepe of Rebecca (Justin), Nathan, Hannah, Mark, Matthew, Aaron (Katie), Joshua, Rachel, Sarah and Jonah. Great-pepe to Elijah, Naomi and Abielle. Dear brother of Frank (Muriel). Predeceased by brothers Carl, Earl and Gerald, survived by his wife Jewel. Ralph retired from Coulters Furniture. He was an active volunteer for the Benevolent Ministry at church. Ralph was a member of Parkwood Gospel Temple. If you so desire, memorial donations to the Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association or Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family. Visiting Sunday 3-5pm & 7-9pm at Families First Funeral Home & Tribute Centre (519-969-5841) 3260 Dougall Ave. On Monday, family and friends are invited to meet at Parkwood Gospel Temple (3005 Temple Dr.) after 10 am followed by funeral service at 11am. Pastor Mark Hazzard officiating. Interment Heavenly Rest Cemetery.