Obituary
Ralph Taylor
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Ralph Taylor on October 26, 2020 at the age of 51.
Ralph was predeceased by his father Gordon. He leaves to mourn his passing his daughter Amanda, grandson Liam, mother Laura, sister Denise and nephews Michael and Matthew and brother-in-law Donny. Also mourning his loss are his auntie Elsie and cousins Bev, Barb, Brenda and Rhonda and their families. He also leaves behind many other cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. Ralph was always the life of the party. Family gatherings will never be the same again without him.
Ralph worked for the RM of St. Andrews Public Works Dept for 28 years. He started his life-long career with the RM patching and then moving on to mower cutting duties. He worked his way up to grader operator which he loved and excelled at. The last few years Ralph became Foreman and spent his days in his truck checking on the guys and looking after the many problems that always seemed to pop up. Ralph was a wonderful teammate, colleague and friend to everyone at the RM. He will be greatly missed by all who worked with him.
Ralph was also a volunteer firefighter with the Clandeboye Fire Department for 20+ years. He most recently served as Captain. His fire family was so very important to him, he loved you all. You now have an angel watching over you and guiding you on future calls.
Ralph loved the outdoors. Many of his weekends were spent with friends and family camping and quadding in Badger and Woodridge, Manitoba. In particular, he always looked forward to the annual Father’s Day fishing weekend in Rice River with his closest friends. Ralph was one of the pioneers of this group and never missed a year, except this past summer. Ralph was the “co-captain” of the Good Enuf and loved spending many weekends and evenings cruising on Netley Creek with his Captain Morgan and Pepsi.
Our family is overwhelmed with the love and support shown to us. Ralph touched the lives of so many people. He will be forever missed by everyone who knew him.
Flowers gratefully declined. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated. No service will be held at this time. When we are able, we will gather and celebrate Ralph’s life.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Ralph Taylor October 26 2020..
Décès pour la Ville: Selkirk, Province: Manitoba