Ralph William Dow

Ralph William Dow, age 87, of Grandville passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at his home. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 58 years, Ann in 2010. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Carol (Tracy) Randall, Mary Alberda, Bill (Anne-Marie) Dow, Cathy (Jim) Herrmann, Jim (Angie) Dow; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren. Ralph was a family man who retired after 37 years of faithful service at Steelcase and spent his 25 years of retirement doing the things he loved like traveling and gardening. Mass of a Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday 11 am at St Pius X Catholic Church, 3937 Wilson Ave. SW, Grandville, with Fr. Chris Rouech officiating. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Tuesday from 10 to 11 am at the church prior to the service. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to American Diabetes Association or to the Humane Society of West Michigan.

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October 11, 2016

Remembering your family in the loss of your father. How good that he was able to remain in his home with his dog and garden till the end.

- Carol Nyenhuis

October 10, 2016

We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you.

- Pedro and Sandra Rolo

October 10, 2016

My sympathies for all of you family in this time of grief and loss. I will always remember the pride your father took in his garden. He will be missed. -Paula Murphy

- Paula Murphy

October 10, 2016

So sorry for your loss. We are here for you guys always and we hope that knowing Ralph is now truly in peace will give you some comfort. We love you and you have our deepest sympathies.

- Dan, Kelly, Autumn and Caleb Faulkner

October 07, 2016

So sorry for your loss. You have our sincere sympathies.

- Dave and Linda Dumond