Ralph Wermerskirchen
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On January 22, 2017 @ 2:07 pm In 2017,Obituaries | 22 Comments
Ralph A. Wermerskirchen, age 90 of Jordan, MN passed away peacefully at his home on January 21, 2017.
Ralph was born May 31, 1926, on the family farm that was passed on to generations for over 150 years. He was the sixth of seven children born to Guido and Lena (Lambrecht) Wermerskirchen. Ralph entered the Army in 1945, and then returned home to the farm.
Ralph married Myrna LaVelle on October 23rd, 1954 in Jordan. They were blessed with seven children who were taught the importance of hard work. Ralph was larger than life in many ways, from his large hands, gigantic pumpkins, bottomless appetite, and “one that got away”. One of Ralph’s proudest moments was appearing on the David Letterman show with his prize boar that was featured in the Minnesota State Fair for two years. Later in life Ralph became an electrician, lighting up the IDS Center, Metrodome, and many other downtown buildings, as he served alongside his brothers of the I.B.E.W. #292. Ralph was also a member of The Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus and the Catholic Aid. In retirement, he spent his time fishing, hunting, tending to his fruit trees, and meeting with his buddies at the sales barn.
Survived by wife, Myrna; son, Douglas (Aimee) Wermerskirchen; daughters, Linda (Dave) Mayerhofer, Gloria (Bruce) Ahlbrecht, Mary (Dave) Hanson, Pamela (Bill) Strand, Kimberly (Jeff) Rook, and Rebecca (Eric) Krieger; 17 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Also, survived by siblings, Paul (Marilyn) Wermerskirchen and Julianne Carpentier.
Preceded in death by parents, Guido and Lena Wermerskirchen; siblings, Walter (Evelyn), Viola (Arthur) Deutsch, Roman (Ruth), Melvin (Loretta), and Roger Carpentier.
The visitation will be on Friday, January 27th, from 4-7pm at Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, Jordan Chapel. The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Saturday, January 28th at 11 am, with visitation one hour prior at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Jordan. Father Timothy Yanta will preside. Interment will be at St. John Calvary Cemetery, Jordan. Memorials are preferred and will be distributed in Ralph’s memory by the family.
Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home and Cremation, Prior Lake Chapel, proudly served and cared for the Wermerskirchen family. www.ballardsunderfuneral.com
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Dave and Mary and your Family – we are so sorry for your loss. Ralph is smiling down from Heaven on what a great family he has and how proud he must be of all of you. Mary, we are so happy you were able to spend last week with your Dad. We know he will never forget that special visit.
You are in our prayers. Lots of love, hugs and kisses, Kerry and Michele
Thoughts and prayers from the Scott Wermerskirchen Family (Walter’s Grandson)
Pam and Bill, and your entire family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father, (father-in-law), husband, grandfather and great-grandfather. May God bless and keep you from sorrow. May you rejoice in the many, many memories of life events that you have shared with him during your life. You are in our prayers,
Hugs, Pam Rost and Fred Allen
Becky, Eric and Family –
Our deepest sympathy to you and the entire Wermerskirchen family. Cherish the memories of all the good times shared and God bless you in the days ahead.
Love & Hugs, Jerry and Linda Krieger
Thank you for the kind message, we will all miss him!
Deepest condolences to your entire family. We all loved “uncle” Ralphy so much!
Peace, love and Ralph-sized hugs from Jake, Christine, Elyse and Casimir Wermerskirchen.
Pam, Bill and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He sounds like an amazing man that was full of life and love. And I know from the stories of your family, he must have been very proud of his family. I pray for God’s blessings on you and your family during this time. Wrap your hearts and minds in the wonderful stories of his life and share in the love you have as a family. This will bring you comfort and he will be there with you.
All our love,
Pam and Barry Queen
Our condolences and prayers to Myrna and the entire family. With love, your neighbors and friends the Koenig family — Tom, Shari, Ashley, Andrew and Madison.
Mary,
Steve and I are so sorry to hear about your father passing. May your memories bring you comfort during this time of loss.
Ramona Hamline
Pam and Bill,
So sorry for the loss of your dear father. He sounds like a wonderful guy who could do anything. He must have been so proud of all of you as you are his legacy.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill and Penny
Pam, Bill, and Family,
Out hearts go out to you. It’s never easy to say goodbye. Hopefully, with time, the pain will ease. Thank goodness for memories and the love of family and friends. I read something once that struck home for me when I lost my mom…”Her wings were ready, my heart was not”.
You are in our hearts and prayers, especially now.
Love and comfort,
Patti & Ken Merritt
Myrna and family,
Roger and I are so sorry to hear of Ralph’s death, please know that you are in our prayers. May God bless you with the strength you need to get through this time of sorrow.
Your friends,
Roger and Angie Schoenbauer
Pam, Bill & Family:
We send our deepest sympathies to you during this difficult time. We know how much your father meant to everyone in your family. Pam, any time you spoke of your daddy, your eyes lit up and it was evident to is all how much love there was between you two. We hold your hearts in ours and love you all more than words.
All our best,
Cheryl and Jerry Krager
Pam and Bill and lovely family ,
Our hearts are filled with sadness at the loss of your dad. He may not be here physically but his love is everlasting what a wonderful man . You are all blessed to have his love in your life. God bless
Love Joy and John
Kim, Jeff and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed the stories you’ve shared with us of your wonderful Father, Kim. We’re sending love and hugs to you and will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
John and Lynne Sernett
Myrna and Family.
Bill and I are expressing our sympathy to Ralph’s family. We will remember Ralph as a mild mannered family man., and a hard working farmer. Our thoughts are with you.
Bill and Agnes Chard
Myrna and Family.
Bill and I are expressing our sympathy to Ralph’s family. We will remember Ralph as a mild mannered family man., and a hard working farmer.
Bill and Agnes Chard
Myrna and Family.
Bill and I are expressing our sympathy to Ralph’s family. We will remember him as a mild mannered family man., and a hard working farmer. Out thoughts are with you.
Bill and Agnes Chard
Myrna and Family.
Bill and I are expressing our sympathy in the passing of Ralph. We will remember him as a mild mannered family man., and a hard working farmer. Out thoughts are with you.
Bill and Agnes Chard
Our condolences to Myrna and the entire family. We were so sad to hear that Ralph passed away. He was such a kind and great person. We enjoyed the visits to his farm very much.
With love
Aloys, Urusla, Biggi and Anne Wermerskirchen
Thank you very much! Dad loved his German roots and enjoyed hearing from your family. Thanks for reaching out and please let us know When you visit the states!
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Mary, I heard of your father’s passing from Dave. I am deeply sorry for your loss. You must know that your recent visit with him was a great thing for him and I’m sure , yourself. Cherish the memories.