Ralph Waldon ROUSH

NEW HAVEN - The family line of Charles and Millie Fry Roush ended on Jan. 5, 2003, with the passing of their last child, Ralph Waldon Roush. Born on May 11, 1913, Ralph was one of eight children born on Sliding Hill in Mason County. His siblings included Gladys, Walter, Loren, Fred, Thelma, Neva and Bill. In 1932, Ralph married Iva Florence London from Syracuse, Ohio. This union produced four children: Charles Joseph, Mary Kathleen, Patricia and James Waldon. Charles passed away in infancy. Mary Kathleen "Katie" died in 1999. His wife Iva died in November of 1973. Ralph led an interesting life. His employment included driving a milk truck for Blossom Dairy. He was a brakeman for the railroad. Throughout his life, Ralph was both an amateur and professional carpenter. Ralph served his country in the European theater during World War II. He was decorated with various medals including the Purple Heart. Following his service to his country, Ralph became a member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. These memberships ran for over 50 years. Ralph married again to Ila Mildred Zerkle Anderson Roush on July 7, 1975. Mildred survives him today. In addition to his wife, Ralph is survived by his daughter, Patty; his son, Jim; stepchildren Jane Wright, James Zerkle, Bob Anderson, and Gladys Dye; grandchildren Michael Hern, Cynthia Graham, Bonnie Gilbert, Troy Hesson, and Lisa Richie; and 15 great-grandchildren. One grandson, Shane Hesson, preceded him in death in 1996. Ralph's entire family has a piece of mind with the knowledge that Ralph accepted Christ as his savior and was baptized. Ralph was a member of Bechtel Methodist Church. The family rests knowing that the time apart from their husband, father and grandfather is temporary. A private family funeral service took place on Jan. 7, 2003. Friends may send condolences on-line at www.andersonfh.com.

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