Ralph C. Clark 77 of Ashland passed from this life on Saturday morning, October 10, 2025 with his loving family at his side.
He was born on July 13, 1948 in Norfolk, Virigina the son of the late Virgil and Annie Rebecca (nee Lewis) Clark.
Following his high school graduation in 1966, Ralph went to work as a truck driver all of his life. He retired after many years of service from Midwest Trucking.
He married the love of his life to the former Judy A. Kelly on June 23, 1978.
Ralph was a previous member of the Ashland Elks Lodge #1360, Eagles Aerie #2178 and the Ashland Moose Lodge #1383. Throughout his life, he enjoyed boating and fishing, and bowling at Luray Lanes on a league.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Mrs. Judy Clark of Ashland; three daughters, Michelle Hower of Ashland, Dina Miller of Ashland, and Amanda (Rich) Green of Hilliard; five grandchildren, Courtney (Matthew) Kruel, Tyler Hower, Drew Hyder, Aaron and Ethan Green; three sisters, Audrey Ousley of Mansfield, Linda Kline of Ashland, and Debra Clark of Florida; and several nieces and nephews also survive.
In addition to his parents, Ralph is preceded in death by one brother, Jerry Clark.
In keeping with his wishes, Ralph had chosen to donate his body to the Ohio State University College of Medicine. No services will be observed.
Online condolences may be shared on the funeral home’s website at denbowfh.com.
Denbow-Gasche Funeral Home & Crematory is handling the arrangements.
Funeral Home: Denbow-Gasche Funeral Home
Website: denbowfh.com