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Ralph E. Dennis

Passed 11/28/2013

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Obituary For Ralph E. Dennis

Ralph E. Dennis, 88, of Steubenville, Ohio a kind, honest man went home to God on November 28, 2013. He was born in Steubenville on August 16, 1925 a son of the late Oakey S. & Alma Williamson Dennis. Ralph's long life was centered around his family that he so cherished. As a devoted husband, father and grandfather, he passed his love of family and generous spirit down through generations. Friends and family would often find fresh fruit and vegetables from Ralph on their front porches. Ralph was often found working in his garden or apple orchard, and would happily sit and talk with any visitor that stopped by. As an active member of Bell Chapel, specifically the Men's Group, Ralph gave his time and energy to making their dinners successful. Though he will be truly missed, his values will continue to live through his friends and family.  He was a retired welder for Richmond Mills. Preceding Ralph in death were his brother Earl Dennis & sister Eva Thompson.  Ralph is survived by his wife Avella M. Hill Kellermier Dennis; daughter Linda (John) McCullough of Wellsville, Ohio; sons John (Paula) Dennis of Steubenville, Henry (Joanne) Kellermier of Toronto & Harold (Beverly) Kellermier of Largo, FL; six granddaughters Jinny Simeral, Dawn (Larry) Johns, Shannon (Mike) Daniels, Amber (Jeff) Oechslein, Jessica Kellermier & Kristina Kellermier; and nine great grandchildren.  Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, Ohio on Monday 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. at Bell Chapel U.M. Church with Rev. Jeff Proya and Rev. Harold Kellermier officiating. Burial at Union Cemetery.Memorials may be directed to Bell Chapel U.M. Church

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  • 09/03/2024

    Roxanne (Adams) Osso - Wilson

    My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I'm so sorry for your loss.

  • 09/03/2024

    Helen Harris & family

    Our deepest sympathy to all of Ralph's family. He was a generous man who always had a smile on his face. He was a good friend and good customer and will be greatly missed by many. May you find comfort in the many memories that you all have of him. Take care.

  • 09/03/2024

    Ron and Carole Auch

    Sending our prayers for your comfort. He was a great man who served his Lord. Please accept our thoughts.

  • 09/03/2024

    Charles and Nicole Walter

    So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Dennis. He will be truly missed but will live in thru his family! I remember stopping to help Mr. Dennis on my way to my parents house (Kenny and Pat Walter). He was mowing grass and had the tractor stuck on the bank near the road. That was Ralph, always outside and enjoying nature! God bless him and the entire family during this difficult time.

  • 09/03/2024

    Bill and Charlotte Van Nuys

    To the Ralph Dennis Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Ralph was a pillar of the community and Bell Chapel Church. He was a great and loving man and we loved him. He will be missed. We are sorry we can�t be there to see you and to pay our respects. See you when we get home. Bill and Charlotte Van Nuys 29878

  • 09/03/2024

    Linda Kellermier Smith

    Although I am saddened at Ralph's passing, his legacy to his family friends will endure. He was a man who loved God, loved his family, and loved all who came across his path. His cheerful smile would always brighten the day. I feel blessed to have known Ralph for many, many years! Love to all his family!

  • 09/03/2024

    Darlene Michael Brigham

    I'm so sorry to read of the passing of Ralph. I knew him many years ago when I lived in his neck of the woods. My thoughts and prayers are with his family especially Avella!16583

  • 09/03/2024

    jim clements

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Used to work with Ralph at Richmond mills years ago.Always enjoyed talking to him at the machine shop. A very soft spoken man that could make us laugh with his sense of humor. He will surely be missed.One of the good ones!

  • 09/03/2024

    Kevin Hayes

    Avella,John and Linda.im so sorry to hear that Ralph has passed.Im glad I stopped in to see him this passed summer.so many memory's.It is a great assurance that Ralph was saved.im going to miss him.someday we will all be reunited and safe in god's arms. Kevin

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