Peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Judy for 29 years.
Cherished father of Stacia Snow (Brian) and Sarah MacMichael (Bryan Young). Adoring and proud grandfather to the loves of his life:
Trinity, Sierra, MacKenzie, Joey, Bryan and Eveleigh. Ralph will be fondly remembered by Stacia’s mother, Connie Gardener.
Predeceased by his parents Alexander and Kathleen. Brother of Ella-Jean Hernden (Gerald) of Sault Ste. Marie, late Carol Gregory (late Dick) of Blind River,
Libby King (Jimmy) of Thessalon, Wanitta MacMichael (late Red Skagen) of Sault Ste. Marie, Barbara Desarmeau (Bob) of Trenton, Jimmy MacMichael (Sharon)
of Williams Lake, BC and Johnny MacMichael (Teresa) of Calgary.
Son-in-law of the late Gerald and the late Betty Corbett. Brother-in-law of the late Gerald Corbett Jr. (late Kathy), Keith Corbett (Joanne) of Thunder Bay,
Edith Hawdon (James) of Richards Landing, Scott Corbett (Michele) of Sudbury and Dale Corbett (Genene) of Orangeville.
He will be remembered with love and respect by his many nieces and nephews.
At Ralph’s request, no services will be held. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers,
memorial donations to the Dr. Harold S. Trefry Memorial Centre or the NSHN Auxiliary – Matthews Site would be greatly appreciated by the family.
A heartfelt thank you to the staff on 3B at the Sault Area Hospital, especially Andrew.
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Northwood Funeral Home Cremation and Reception Centre.
