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Ralph W. " The Hammer" Heilman

8/5/1947 - 6/3/2022

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Obituary For Ralph W. " The Hammer" Heilman

Ralph W. “The Hammer” Heilman, 74, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away Friday, June 3, 2022, at his residence. He was born in Steubenville on August 5, 1947 a son of the late Elmer & Pauline Bowers Heilman. He was retired from Weirton Steel Strip Steel Dept.; H&K Equipment, Corapolis, PA; and 427 Customs, Wintersville.

Ralph was an avid drag racer.

Ralph is survived by his wife Christine Thompson Heilman; children Alan Heilman & Heather (Artie) Miller; two granddaughters Brooke Heilman & Shelby Miller; great grandson Phoenix Brooks; and siblings James (Denise) Heilman & Clara (Tom) Meehan.

Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville on Tuesday 6-8 p.m.

In honor of Ralph, the family suggests casual attire, preferably blue jeans.

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  • 09/03/2024

  • 09/03/2024

    ROGER PAULMAN

    VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. RALPH WAS A GREAT GUY TO DEAL WITH AT 427 KUSTOMS

  • 09/03/2024

    William Walters

    Much sympathy in your loss many memories

  • 09/03/2024

    Marlene Jones Wilson

    Chris and familyTom and I are sorry to hear of Ralphs passing. Our thoughts and Prayers are with the familyTom and Marlene Wilson

  • 09/03/2024

    Fred Carlier

    I met Ralph 26 years ago at the dragstrip, and he was easily the nicest guy at the track. We raced together a couple years, but every time l saw him after going to different tracks, we could pick right back up...lf l had read this earlier than 10mins before the viewing, l certainly would've made the drive down to pay my respects to a great man!!

  • 09/03/2024

    Robert William Lamantia

    Ralph was always ready to help and share his knowledge. Rest in peace buddy. You will be missed. My symphany to the family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Paul Bonecutter

    So sorry for your loss. Paul Bonecutter

  • 09/03/2024

    Suzanne

    I am so sorry to hear that Ralph passed. Prayers to the family for peace & strength. I saw him at my dads (Ronnies) funeral last. Love and prayers Suzie

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  • 09/03/2024

    Tina

    Ralph was my daughter's favorite race car driver!! He would always wave at her when he came to the start line before a race.(He was the only driver to do this, 'tis the reason why he became her favorite). Ralph and his family welcomed us and made us feel like family to them. She will always be his biggest fan!! He will be missed by many!!! Keep on racing on that drag strip in the sky our dear friend!!! Ro will continue to cheer you on from here!! Rest easy, until we meet again!

  • 09/03/2024

    Dee Dee Barnett Higgins

    Ralph was a neighborhood friend to my family. One of the good guys. We are sorry for your great loss.

  • 09/03/2024

    Rick Gracie

    My condolences to Ralphs family. May he Rest In Peace.

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