He has opened for Shawn Colvin, T Bone . Bob was born on December 1st, 1961 in Spring Valley, Illinois. Ronnie was born on November 6, 1942. Bob Kendrick is an American anchor who is currently working at WSYX. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Bob will be . Not to be confused with Robert Ralston (1761-1836), Philadelphia merchant and philanthropist. My Gleason score was 6. The Orchestra performs "Let's Fall in Love". He was born on July 26, 1940 in Philadelphia, Pa to Pearl (Lycan) and Benjamin Ralston. The Lawrence Welk Musical Family* - Bob Ralston :: the official. Billie, 90, of Natchitoches died peacefully in her home Monday, Feb. 1, 2022. Larry Welk married Tanya Marie Falappino, divorced, both remarried : Guy Hovis and Ralna English married . Robert Richard Besix, age 60, of Clermont, Fl., passed away on March 8th, 2022. Visitation will be Monday, Feb. 7 from 5-7 p.m. with a recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7 p.m. at Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home. Mr. Ralston was born on April 13th, 1945, in Tucson and was the son of . Jessica Trusty, wife of Aron Ralston, the man who cut off his arm to save his life while mountain climbing, must be wondering how Aron came to be arrested on Saturday. Bob leaves behind his wife, Diann Johnston . Born in Dodge City, Kansas on February 3, 1949, he was a son to the late Robert Ralston, Sr. and Merrell (Drinkwater) Ralston. Bob and his wife, Bina, enjoyed spending time in the country with my grandparents. NEIL LEVANG guitarist was born on January 3, 1932 in Adams, North Dakota. August 17, 1944 - January 22, 2022. He married Mary A. Bill was born on Nov. 5, 1936, to the late Glen and Stella (Papiernik) Ralston in Ladysmith. To God be the Glory . When they got married in August of 2009, they had known each other for about three years. . . Well, I guess you never really know what goes on behind the scenes until you pull the curtain. Family (1) Spouse Josephina "Fietje" Tangel (3 March 1963 - present) (2 children) Trivia (7) His mother, Marjorie Norton, was the original voice of Minnie Mouse. A native of California, Bob Ralston attended Wheaton College on a full music scholarship but later returned home to attend the University of Southern California, where he . LAWRENCE WELK AND THE CHAMPAGNE MUSIC MAKERS TELEVISION YEARS 1955 - 1982. He had retired as an electrician for General Dynamics. Legendary closeted Hollywood star spent his final years out and proud! He graduated from Ralston High School in the Class of 1960. My PSA had risen from 4.1 to 6.5 in six months - to 7.4 by the time I began proton treatment in December. Bob was born in Hartford, CT, on October 28, 1941, elder son of the late Helen Sowinski Ralston and Robert H Ralston, Sr. After graduating Ellington High School in1960, he attended Manchester Community College and Porter and Chester Institute, graduating with a degree in Manufacturing Engineering. Charles Dwayne Silsby, Senior is being held in the Pawnee County Jail without bond on one count of first-degree murder and one . Mr. Ralston was born on April 13, 1945, in Tucson and was a son of Opal and Jack Ralston and a fourth-generation Arizona native. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday at the Chapel of. As an only child, he attended elementary and high school in . Since moving to Arvada in 2002, Bob has been actively involved with the community through youth activities and sports, Ralston House, the Community Table (formerly Arvada Community Food Bank), AVA Foundation, Historic Olde Town Arvada, Arvada Jefferson Kiwanis, Arvada Historical Society, and a graduate of the Transit Alliance Citizen's Academy. R.I.P.! Pin. Bob was a loving husband, father and grandfather who loved being with his family at sporting events or while showing cattle at the county, state . Their union was blessed with three children: Brian Ralston (Amy), Vickie Jo Bernard (Sam . Robert E. "Bob" Ralston Sr., 80, of Galesburg, died unexpectedly on Friday, August 13, 2021, in La Crosse, Wisconsin. "It would break my heart because she really longed for love." A 1978 profile in the Washington Post had more details about her life with the family. Robert M. Ralston, Sr., 80, of Duryea, passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2021, in Allied Services Hospice Center, South Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre. Damn, I used to watch "The Lawrence Welk Show" with my family as a child. : Wayman Adams January/1916. Little Rock, AR, 1949 - 2020. He is running for State Legislature in District 12. Bob Kendrick is an American journalist currently working in Columbus as a news anchor at ABC 6. Pvt Robert Franklin "Bob" James BIRTH 6 Feb 1877 Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, USA DEATH 18 Nov 1959 (aged 82) Liberty, Clay County, Missouri, USA BURIAL Fairview Cemetery Kearney, Clay County, Missouri . After . Ron is survived by his wife of 56 years: Aggie Ralston. Born in Pittston on May 15, 1941, he was the son of the late Anna Pechalonis Ralston. . Ralston still holds regular concerts in . June 8, 2009. Samuel Moffett Ralston. Ralston and his Dutch-born wife, Fietje (ne Josephine C. Tangel; born 1946) have been married fifty-four years since March 3, 1963. Bowles, who turns 57 tomorrow, often is referred to as the godfather of West Michigan's acoustic music scene. Robert "Bob" Joseph Ralston, Kimberling City, MO, son of Homer and Ann (Rosel) Ralston, was born July 10, 1941 in St. Louis, MO and departed this life on April 25, 2018 at the age of 76. He was born October 15, 1927 in Fort Dodge, Kansas son of the late Charles L. and Grace Fellows Ralston. Survived by wife, Kim; children: Stacey, Todd (Jennifer), and Taylor; four grandchildren: Hannah, Jack, Sophee, and Sam; sister, Bobbie Jean Wesley. He then worked as an engineer for the . This concert, from the Welk Resort in Branson, Missouri, pays tribute to musician, bandleader, and television impresario Lawrence Welk via songs and hymns and features such guests as Jo Ann Castle, Dick Dale, Ken Delo, Ralna English, Gail Farrell, Joe Feeney, Guy Hovis, Jack Imel, The Lennon Sisters, Mary Lou Metzger, Tom Netherton, Bob Ralston . Fayetteville, AR, 1930 - 2021. That included Welk's two biggest stars Bob Ralston and Jo Ann Castle, each caught up in charges of child molestation. As House speaker, Ralston, who practices law in the rural, mountainous counties of North Georgia, can claim conflicts year-round. . Governor of Indiana. Posted Jul 9, 2018 @ 13:50PM. Bob was born in Waterloo, N.Y., to Mary . 'The Lawrence Welk Show' was mocked as television's most wholesome program but bandleader Lawrence Welk stayed busy covering up scandals behind the scenes! The once-popular show ran between 1955 to 1982, including 27 seasons on the ABC network, and still remains popular . Bob was director of the band from 1980-2002, and was a friend and mentor to many, many musicians in the Midland community. The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Monday, April 11, 2022 at Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory. Gay Hustler's Hollywood Sex Secrets. In 21 cases examined in four counties over a two-year period, he . Bob first worked for Fox Construction as a concrete finisher. A Ralston man has been charged in the shooting death of his wife. Bob graduated high school in 1979 at La Moille high school in La Moille, Illinois. Bob grew up in Havertown, Pa and he graduated from Haverford Senior High in 1958. Robert Ralston "Bob" Hunter. Robert Howard Ralston (born July 2, 1938, in Upland, California) is an American pianist and organist who performed on television's The Lawrence Welk Show from 1963 until 1982, when the series ended. Possible alternate birthdate: 1/21/1898. WOODLEAF - Robert "Bob" Ralston Hunter, Sr., 82, of Woodleaf, died Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008, at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte due to complications from a fall. An industry veteran, Besix had an extensive career in the produce industry, starting at . During his free time, Bob and his wife Mary love traveling, working out, hiking, listening to podcasts, cooking, and cuddling. Bob grew up in Havertown, Pa and he graduated from Haverford Senior High in 1958. Future Goals. . He is preceded in death by his wife of 30 years: Merrell Drinkwater Ralston and by his brother: Roy Lee Ralston. Photo by Rheo Blair: . Douglas Ralston and his wife, Joan; as well . Please keep his wife Alice in your thoughts during the weeks and months ahead. Robert's Obituary. The Lennon Sisters sing "Sugartown". Robert John Ralston, 81, passed away on February 18, 2022 in Havertown, Pa. Besix was 60 years old. Ron is survived by his wife of 56 years: Aggie Ralston. But, I would have never guessed that Bob Ralston was a child molester. Robert "Bob" Harley McKee, 90 years, passed away on February 23, 2022 in the Phoenix home he shared with his devoted wife of 44 years, Mary Ellen. George Robert "Bob" Ralston, 76, of Casa Grande, a longtime farmer, died on Dec. 4th, 2021. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Suzanne K. "Suzy"; three adult children, Brandee M. Ralston, Tracy JOANNCASTLE.COM. October 15, 1927 - January 17, 2005. Their union was blessed with three children: Brian Ralston (Amy), Vickie Jo Bernard (Sam . Bob Kendrick Biography. He was born in Kuloa, Kauai. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Suzanne K. "Suzy"; three adult children, Brandee M. Ralston, Tracy . Posted Jul 18, 2018 @ 13:00PM. He graduated from Ralston High School in the Class of 1960. Comments. He was born on July 26, 1940 in Philadelphia, Pa to Pearl (Lycan) and Benjamin Ralston. A memorial service will . Bob Ralston, Rick's brother, played with the Lawrence Welk band and enjoyed success as a musician. Robert "Bob" Marion Ralston, Sr. age 77, of Conway, Arkansas died Monday January 17, 2005. Content provided by Bob Fifer. Bob Jarrell, a banker at the Bank of Commerce in Ralston in the 1920s, developed a close relationship with my mother's parents. And, that Jo Ann Castle covered up for her husband's child molestation. Bob Ralston, Director Emeritus of the Chemical City Band passed away on Friday June 5th following a brief illness. Bob was born on October 26, 1931 in Hamilton, MO in the home behind the service station owned by his grandfather and run by his father. After leaving the TV show, Castle had a series of drug and alcohol abuse problems and, in 2013, admitted to suborning the perjury of a minor with intent to conceal child molestation, according to court records. Midland Daily News. The pair had apparently been arguing about Ralston's son Leo, who he had with ex-wife Jessica Trusty. Sadly, Bob passed away from stroke complications on August 9, 2000..but still remains larger than life on Welk reruns. March 23, 2022 - General News. Bob Ralston Wiki: Salary, Married, Wedding, Spouse, Family Robert Ralston (born July 2, 1938 in Montebello, California) is an American pianist and organist who performed on television's The Lawrence Welk Show from 1963 to 1982.A native of California, Bob Ralston attended Wheaton College on a full music scholarship but later returned home to attend the University of Southern California, where . Performer's names (that you can click on) link to information that Wikipedia has for them HOFFMAN Ronnie Ralston, 78, of Hoffman, passed away June 10, 2021, in St. Louis, MO. Our friendship grew, and we did a lot of traveling together -- including a business trip to . CASA GRANDE George Robert "Bob" Ralston, 76, of Casa Grande, a longtime farmer, died on Dec. 4, 2021. Barbara, Bobby, Dianne, Jack, Peggy, Bob Ralston, Norma, Dick and 3 musicians join in for "Music! His songwriting has been lauded and awarded. Mother: Ann Ralston Wife: Mae A. James US Armed Forces: Yes, SP-American Social Security #: none Informant: Mae A. James . Bob was born in Omaha, NE and raised on a small farm in La Platte, NE. Meet Bob Borgeson, a graduate of the University of Nebraska at Omaha with a long career in the rail industry. Robert Taylor Ralston, 82, of Midland, died Friday, June 5, 2009, in Midland, after a short battle with cancer. Jo Ann Castle was a Lawrence Welk Show pianist from 1959 to 1969. Music!". Frank Scott at the piano and Bob Ralston at the organ perform "Chanson D'Amour". The Welk TV shows feature Bob Ralston's piano and organ solos, but they frequently include his performances as a singer, dancer, and comedian. SUBSCRIBE NOW! (Kelly) Ralston on Saturday, February 27, 1954 in Bryant, IN; she preceded him in death on August 30, 2009. In time, Guy & Ralna became a regular member of the. His zodiac sign is Cancer Contribute. In 2001, Bob, wife Fietje, and son Randy hosted a rerun of Welk's "Time" show. Wholesome hits covered up child molesters and secret gay loves! Ron was the youngest of eight children of Albert and Mary (Eyre) Ralston. He was a graduate of Jenkins Township High School and proudly served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper. Bob Ralston. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact me at info@bobfifer.com or by cell at (303) 929-4278. Robert Daniel Taylor II, "Bob", loving Husband, Dad, Grandfather "Poopa", Brother, Uncle, and Friend of many, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on the morning of February 1, 2021. Donna was united in marriage to Robert "Bob" Ralston on August 13, 1952, at the Luctor Christian Reformed Church. HOFFMAN Ronnie Ralston, 78, of Hoffman, passed away June 10, 2021, in St. Louis, MO. On Sunday, February 6th, 2022, at 12:49 pm, the angels rejoiced as Heaven's gates opened for Robert James Johnston, Sr. Bob, known by his family, was born on October 24th, 1940, to Luther Fleming Sr. and Ruby Lee Clardy Johnston. She was born May 30, 1931, to Ollie Overton Grayson and Angela Gillen Grayson. She was leading lady to Harold Lloyd in the 1920s. John's father, Jeremiah Ralston and his second wife Jemima Ashpaugh Ralston, and six children joined a train of about 45 wagons to cross the plains from . Robert F. Ralston. January 13, 1913-January 8, 1917. Granddaughter of Lee Ralston is Sharone Neuhoff ( sharone@essex.ac.uk ).who lives in England. Mr. Ralston was born on April 13th, 1945, in Tucson and was the son of . Bob first worked for Fox Construction as a concrete finisher. They live in Southern California and have two adult children, Dianne and Randy. Robert F. Ralston, 70, passed away on September 6, 2020, at his home in Little Rock surrounded by family. He is survived by wife Laura; sons Miguel Jr., Mark and Derek; daughters Constance, Victoria, Gaylin and Ginger; father Domingo; brother Geraldo . "Bob was Anita's manager," she writes. Biography. He was born on Nov. 19, 1926, in . Robert John Ralston, 81, passed away on February 18, 2022 in Havertown, Pa. He leaves behind his loving wife, Lisa, and his children Chase and Laura. Ralston's second wife died in 1955 in California and is buried there. He began Crazy Shirts in 1964, and his mother came to Hawaii in 1968. Robert E. "Bob" Ralston Sr., 80, of Galesburg, died unexpectedly on Friday, August 13, 2021, in La Crosse, Wisconsin. SAMUEL RALSTON was born in Ohio and moved to near Spencer, Indiana, in 1865, where his family farmed. Artist: Wayman Adams, American, 1883-1959, painted 1916. oil on canvas, 43 1/4 x 36 1/8 (109.9 x 91.8) Signed and dated u.r. Marker dedicated to her at South PIttsburg, Tennessee on November 21, 2004. He married Jeanette Alice Gorla in 1956 . They have two children. LAWRENCE WELK: PRECIOUS MEMORIES (TV) Summary. . Herb Benham can be reached at hbenham . He then worked as an engineer for the . Aron Lee Ralston (born October 27, 1975) is an American mountaineer, mechanical engineer, and motivational speaker, known for surviving a canyoneering accident by cutting off part of his right arm.. On April 26, 2003, during a solo descent of Bluejohn Canyon in southeastern Utah, he dislodged a boulder, pinning his right wrist to the side of the canyon wall. About Lee Washington Ralston. Robert "Bob" Charles Ralston, Jr., 59 of Enola, passed away June 24, 2008. Email. He was born on Tuesday, July 29, 1930, in Adams County, IN. Bob preceded her in death on July 2, 2015. . Bob Ralston's mother, Marjorie Norton, was the original voice of Minnie Mouse; when she began work with Walt Disney in 1927 . Clermont, FL - Bob Besix, Senior Vice President of Sales for Giorgio Fresh, passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. Liz's research indicates that the history of the large Ralston family in the mid-valley begins on April 1, 1847. Robert Daniel Taylor II, "Bob", loving Husband, Dad, Grandfather "Poopa", Brother, Uncle, and Friend of many, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on the morning of February 1 st, 2021. Obituary. . George Robert "Bob" Ralston, 76, of Casa Grande, a longtime farmer, died on Dec. 4th, 2021. Known as "Bachelor Bob" for years until he married his wife Nellie in the mid-1960s. Bob is a father, grandfather, cancer survivor, and fiscal conservative who understands the need to address the critical issues Nebraska families are facing. Jobyna Lancaster Ralston was born in South Pittsburg, Tennessee in 1899. He attended Tony High School, where he enjoyed playing football and baseball. Robert "Bob" Harley McKee, 90 years, passed away on February 23, 2022 in the Phoenix home he shared with his devoted wife of 44 years, Mary Ellen. Music! In 1986, Ralston pleaded guilty to a felony count of committing a lewd act with a child under age 14 . Ralston was arrested in 1984 on charges of molesting a 13-year-old boy who was also one of his piano students. Bobbie Gene "Bob" Ralston, longtime Cushing resident, passed from this life on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at his home surrounded by family at the age of 87. VISITATION: Saturday, January 29th, from 2pm to 4pm at UNO Thompson . He has been married to Josephina "Fietje" Tangel since March 3, 1963. Although to tell the truth, we're not sure if they're still together. Later that year, Ralna joined the Lawrence Welk Show as a solo singer. Thanks for sharing! Ralston, lead keyboardist for Welk's orchestra on television and tours for more than 20 years before the group disbanded in 1982, was sentenced by Superior Court Judge Dion Morrow. He anchors the 11 p.m and 10 p.m news and co-anchors the 5 p.m and 6 p.m newscast. He's preceded in death by his parents, his siblings and an infant child. Robert C. Ralston, 91, of Geneva, IN, passed away at 9:13 AM on Monday, November 15, 2021 at Adams Woodcrest Nursing Center in Decatur, IN. Bob is the former conductor of the Hayward Symphony Orchestra and has guest conducted several other symphonies. They have a son and daughter, Randy Ralston (age 53) and Dianne Cate (age 50). He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and special friend, Bob Ralston. He was born to A. C. Hightower and Beulah Christina Fisher Hightower in Quay, Okla., on May 25, 1929. . He has had almost experience in anchoring for over three decades. Hovis and English divorced in 1984 after fifteen. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Ruth Ann (Way) Ralston; and a daughter, Robin Sue Ralston. Ralston and his Dutch-born wife Fiejte have been married since March 3, 1963. Bob started working in the food service industry at the age of 18. Possible alternate burial location: Macedonia Church of Christ Cemetery, Blue Ridge, Fannin Co., GA. Find A Grave Memorial # 71619984. This resulted in over 5,000 "hits" to Ralston's website, www.bobralston.com, and over 1,000 orders for his CDs and cassettes. Zendaya debuts new blunt bob on her first day of filming Challengers after skipping the . Scotty Bowers exposes the biggest names in Tinseltown! Age 77. Bob F. Hightower, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 7, 2018, at his home with his loving wife and family by his side. Bob Ralston and his Dutch-born wife created and (for six years) directed the "Stars of the Lawrence Welk Show" programs at the Tulip Time festival in Holland, Michigan. Robert E. "Bob" Ralston Sr., 80, of Galesburg, died unexpectedly on Friday, August 13, 2021, in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Robert M. Ralston Sr., 80, of Duryea, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021, at Allied Services Hospice Center, South Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre.Born in Pittston on May 15, 1941, he was the son of the la Mr. Hunter was born June 9, 1926, in Rochester, Pa., to the late Ella Ralston Hunter and Joseph Adam Hunter. Bob was born on October 26, 1931 in Hamilton, MO . Aron Ralston's girlfriend, Vita Shannon, was arrested in December and charged with assault, but she was cleared Wednesday when the 38-year-old hiker had failed to show up in court to testify . Now, I know that no one's perfect. He was 88 years old. We struck up a conversation, and a week later my wife and I invited Rheo to our home in Los Angeles, where he fixed us his tasty Protein Shake and his Instant Protein Ice Cream. He was a member of Ralston Bible Church for several years, where he served on the church . She became a Broadway star and a silent film actress. 4. Bob was born in Omaha, NE and raised on a small farm in La Platte, NE. Obituary. Bob Ralston was born on July 2, 1938 in Upland, California, USA. Burial will follow in Memory Lawn Cemetery in Natchitoches. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Ruth Ann (Way) Ralston; and a daughter, Robin Sue Ralston. My passion will be working hard for strong local leadership and making thorough and sound financial decisions, while focusing on what is important to you, our families, neighbors and community. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Ruth Ann (Way) Ralston; and a daughter, Robin Sue Ralston. Ronnie was born on November 6, 1942. . Ron was the youngest of eight children of Albert and Mary (Eyre) Ralston. . . Bob Ralston is a 83 year old American Pianist born on 2nd July, 1938 in Upland, California. He serves as a co-anchor at ABC 6 News at 5 and 6 as well as Fox 28 News at 10 and ABC 6 News at 11. He then worked as an engineer for the . Robert Ralston (born July 2, 1938 in Montebello, California) is an American pianist and organist perhaps best known from television's The Lawrence Welk Show.