Obituary of Ralph Bouck
Ralph Bouck of Kitscoty passed away peacefully on August 19, 2020 at the age of 83 years. He was born on June 14, 1937 in Wainwright, Alberta to Harry and Edith Bouck. In April 25, 1959, Ralph married Marilyn Edith Adams and bought land between Kitscoty and Paradise Valley and started their family farm. They purchased the land from the Willoughby brothers and moved a two room shack onto their new land. A barn was constructed with lumber walls and a roof of poles and straw. The first few years, cows were milked to pay for the groceries and fuel for the tractor. Later the milk cows were traded in for beef cattle.
Ralph being a lover of horses soon purchased a good number and began raising, breaking and selling with Arabs and Quarter Horses being his main interest. Ralph also worked as a Brand Inspector for 40 plus years and began brand inspecting in the Vermilion area in 1964. Once he retired from Brand Inspecting, he continued to work on the family farm with his son Keith.
Ralph is survived by: his loving family, wife Marilyn; sons, Duane (Charlene), Keith (Arlene) and Rod (Jackie) of Kitscoty; daughter, Gloria (Keith) of Pickardville; grandchildren, Chantelle (Ryan), Brandon, Justin (Amanda), Ian (Kelsey), Mark (Dakota), Shelbey (Austin), Ara (Ty), Aidan (Brenna) and Rees; four great-grandchildren, Austin, Zane, Blake and Everly.
Ralph was predeceased by: his parents, Harry and Edith Bouck; sisters ,Della Davis, Fay Wallgren, Amy Fredlund, Muriel Stinson; and brother, Alan Bouck.
In keeping with current health recommendations, a private family service will be held. A livestream of the service will be availabe on Monday, August 24 at 11:00 AM by following this link: youtu.be/EFA-ad86Ijg
Donations in memory of Ralph may be made to the donor’s charity of choice.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Ralph
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Death notice for the town of: Lloydminster, Province: Alberta
Dear Aunt Marilyn, Cousins Dwayne, Keith, Rod & Gloria, together with spouses and families,
We are so sorry for your loss! Uncle Ralph was a very special Uncle, who always made us feel special. Many times, it was because he always teased us, but we knew we mattered and were loved by him. When something or someone was dear to him, we could see it in his eyes. His love for his Heavenly Father was evident to us all, and we were blessed to be included close to his heart.
Now that his jokes are silent, this side of heaven, I know he is continuing to make those other family members smile. He and Uncle Alan will spur each other on. Their whole family is now together again. What a reunion!!!
We will miss you Uncle Ralph, but we know we will see you in the morning! Thanks for all you’ve added to our lives. We love you!
Your grateful niece,
Ruth(ie) together with Keith and our family.
There is going to be a meeting in the air, in that sweet, sweet by and by. I’m going to meet you, meet you there, in our home beyond the sky. . . YES!!!