Obituary for Ralph Kickert

"I was sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. I have fond memories of Ralph and Ruby, then young parents, during my time at Christ Memorial Church. Having been friends with Ruby and Kim on social media, it has been fun to see what an amazing person Kim has become. I know Ralph loved his family more than anything. You are in my prayers as you adjust into a new normal. My Ralph rest in peace and rise in glory."

"So sorry to hear of the passing of this good man. He will be greatly missed. My sympathy to Ruby and the whole family."

"Ralph will be missed by the community. He was a light in the dark. Sue Harder"

"Ralph is a dear friend and a social justice seeker. He always worked for the greater good of his community. His commitment to his God, family and community was always at the forefront. He served his long tenure with the Human Relations Commission with great commitment and love for his fellow man.

I will miss this wonderful presence in the community. I am thankful to God that he brought Ralph and Ruby into my life. My deepest condolences to the love of his life, Ruby, and his children and grandchildren."

"So sorry to hear of Ralph's passing.
A wonderful man indeed.
With sympathy, Sharon Hendrickson"

"To Ruby, Kevin & Kim - you have Colleen and my thoughts and prayers during this time. I spent hundreds if not thousands of hours with Ralph. He was my nemesis across from the table tennis table, my practice partner, my sometimes doubles partner, my #1 supporter, and much more importantly an incredible mentor to me over the years. Besides teaching me much about table tennis he taught me more about honesty, sportsmanship and respect. He taught me more about these things than anyone else besides my dad. Ralph is one of the very few people in my life I would call a true friend. We had lots of great times together and I have many great memories. He is probably hitting a few Nittakus right now up there with my dad. RIP my friend."