Ralph L. Leimbach, 80, Farmer
Ralph L. Leimbach, age 80, of Vermilion, died Wednesday, December 29, 2004 at his home after a lengthy illness.
He was born June 1, 1924 in Amherst and was a lifelong resident of Brownhelm.
He was a self-employed farmer and the fifth generation to operate the Leimbach family farm. He also owned the Leimbach Insurance Agency in Vermilion.
Ralph was a graduate of Brownhelm High School Class of 1942. He was a member of the Brownhelm United Church of Christ and the Ely Masonic Lodge #424 and the Barbershop Chorus Association. He served as a charter member of the Once-a-Month Club. He enjoyed woodworking, playing bridge and gardening. His greatest treasures were his family, community and friends.
Survivors include his wife: Alida (nee van der Oord); daughters: Kathleen Ehrlich of Signal Mountain, TN and Amy McGuire of Galion; son: Robert L. Leimbach of Birmingham; 7 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were his parents: Robert L. and Florence (nee Wagner) Leimbach; son: Peter Leimbach in 1987; and a brother: James C. Leimbach.
A memorial service will be held at the Brownhelm Congregational United Church of Christ ~ 21434 North Ridge Road ~ in Vermilion on Friday, December 31, 2004 at 2 p.m. The Rev. Elizabeth Terrill will officiate. Interment will follow in Brownhelm Cemetery.
Family suggests memorials to the New Life Hospice, 5255 North Abbe Road, Elyria, OH 44035 or to the Brownhelm United Church of Christ, 2144 North Ridge Road, Vermilion, OH 44089.
Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.