Ralph G. Lobdell

Mr. Ralph Lobdell also known as “Ralphie”, 77 years young, of Ferry Road, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2019.

He was born in Elizabethtown, NY, on July 29, 1941, to George and Alice Lobdell.  He grew up as a child in Wadhams, NY with his parents and later moved to Rome, NY before returning to the Adirondacks.  Ralph was known for his sense of humor; being a listener of country music; as well as an avid movie watcher and collector, especially westerns starring John Wayne. He enjoyed spending time with his beloved companion, Ronda, with whom he shared a devoted relationship for over forty years. He retired from his work at the “Knotty Pine” where he developed a treasured friendship with Frank Slycord, often visiting with each other over french fries and a beer at the local pub.  He cherished and valued his friendship with Mike Catanzarita with frequent calls and visits always joking and laughing with each other. He enjoyed spending time playing and napping with his pet, “Dozer Fat Cat Lobdell” whom he adored.  He was a dedicated volunteer at the local SPCA as well as for the Ronald McDonald House in Burlington, VT, where he donated can tabs that he collected “for the little kids.”

He was predeceased by his grandparents, Ralph and Agnes (Grimes) Lobdell; parents, George and Alice (Downey) Lobdell, as well as his cherished cat, “Soul.”

A tribute to honor his life will be held on Wednesday, February 20, 2019.  Calling hours will be from 1:00-3:00 pm with a memorial service following at Harland’s Funeral Home.  A celebration will take place at Frank’s Knotty Pine after the service.  Burial will occur in the Spring at the Riverside Cemetery, Wadhams, NY.