RALPH
David Lawrence “Larry” Ralph, 68, of Nauvoo, Illinois, passed away at 9:25 a.m. Monday, March 18, 2024, at his home.
He was born on August 17, 1955, in Modesta, California, the son of William Kenneth and Geneva Ann (Gilbert) Ralph. On April 21, 1974, he married Betty Diane Metternich at the Christ Lutheran Church in Nauvoo. She preceded him in death on December 28, 2021.
He is survived by his five sons: Chris (Jill) Ralph of Nauvoo, Illinois, Ben (Stephanie) Ralph of Niota, Illinois, Nathan (Lindsey De Pew) Ralph of Belleville, Illinois, Kenny (Tosha Sedore) Ralph of Colusa, Illinois, James (Rianna) Ralph of Nauvoo, Illinois; grandchildren: Brandon, Felicia, Abigail, Sydney, Libby, Liam, Aster, Langston, Emerson, Laynee, Carson, Madelyn; sister: Kathy Lee McIntyre of Centerville, Tennessee; brothers: Gary (Brenda) Ralph of Nauvoo, Illinois, Glen Dale Ralph of Nauvoo, Illinois and Kenneth Wayne Ralph of Detroit, Michigan. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and wife: Betty.
Larry was a 1973 graduate of Nauvoo High School. He was member of Nauvoo Living Hope Church. He was the director of Fellowship of the Carpenter. Larry lived to serve the Lord and shared his love for others through Fellowship of the Carpenter. He and Betty went on several mission trips for over twenty years. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
His body has been entrusted to Schmitz - Banks & Beals Funeral Home of Nauvoo for cremation.
A Gathering of Remembrance will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the Nauvoo Living Hope Church.
A memorial has been established in his memory for Fellowship of the Carpenter.
Schmitz - Banks & Beals Funeral Home of Nauvoo is assisting the family with arrangements. On-line condolences to the family may be left at www.sbbfuneral home.com.
