Obituary of Donald Victor Ralph

Donald Victor Ralph, age 90, was born July 22, 1934 in Minneapolis, MN to Victor & Cecelia Ralph.

He spent his early days enjoying horses and cars while living in Edina, MN. He enlisted in the armed services after graduating high school and served in both the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy. In 1960, he married his bride, Donna Jean Steinbauer, who remained his wife until her death in 2002. They raised their three sons in their Golden Valley, MN home. Don worked in sales for Elvin Safety Supply until his retirement.

Don, throughout his life, enjoyed hunting, fishing and taking the family camping. His three sons have continued those hobbies and shared what they learned with their own children. The entire family made great memories at their family cabin near McGregor, MN.

In recent years he had increasing health problems and moved to an apartment in Elk River, MN. His passing occurred peacefully on August 19, 2024. He is survived by his children Steven (Lori), Scott (Corrine), Richard (Deanna), Grandchildren, Alex, Emily, Alissa, Erin, Cheradin, and Kodey, Great Grandchildren Jameson, Jaxon, Max and Rhett.

A Memorial Service will be held at Elk River Senior Living, 11124 183rd Cir NW, Elk River, MN on Friday August 30 at 5-9 pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family.