Ralph Gay was known by 4-Hers, farmers and softball players
RALPH CHARLES GAY, 83, died suddenly on Wednesday, April 21, 2010, at his Woodland residence. He was born in Modesto, California, on January 23, 1927, to Ralph Ka'i'ini and Helen Wisniski Gay. He grew up in Oakland, California, where he graduated from Castlemont High School in 1945 as the student body president. He also played basketball for his high school team and was a play ground director.
Later in 1945 Ralph became a Seaman First Class, for the U.S. Naval Service at the end of World War II, serving at NTC San Diego, on U.S.S. Logan (APA 196), and at NTS Wright Junior College in Chicago, Illinois. He was honorably discharged in 1946 with the Victory Medal. Upon his return to California he attended UC Berkeley and then UC Davis studying Agricultural Education.
On June 20, 1948, Ralph married Lois Patricia "Patti" Goulet, his wife of almost 62 years, and soon began his family of six children.
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Dino,
My thoughts are with you and your family ... Mary Scarlett
Dino,
Please accept my condolences. I never knew your dad all that well but I have seen his influences in you and all your siblings. All the best to you, your mom, and the rest of the family.
Mike
Dino:
Sorry to read this.
God bless.
Matt Rexroad
662-5184
Patti and Family:
I was saddened to hear of Ralph's passing. He will be missed by so many people in the community, especially the 4-H and softball friends. I worked with him for almost ten years and enjoyed his quick wit and kindness. Ruth Tucker
Dino,
My condolences, my grandmother passed away the night before your Dad. It's a been a tough week. But I know they are in a better place.
Sincerely,
Cal De Knikker Family
Hi Dino,
My regards to all of your family.. I really liked your dad.
Dino, I am very sorry to hear this news. Anyone with a father can only imagine the loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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