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Ralph Hotel

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GEORGE RALPH HOTEL

July 31, 1924 – November 13, 2021

With heavy hearts, we announce that Ralph’s well-lived life came to a peaceful close at home on Nov. 13, 2022 at the age of 97 years.

 

He is predeceased by wife Muriel; as well as sisters, Jean (Bill), and Myrtle. He is survived by brother Ron (Linda); children, Victor (Debbie), Dan (Katrina), and Tracy Stahl; grandchildren, Daniel (Darcie), Cody (Hannah), Troi (Dave), Tyler, and Jolynn (Ryan); as well as his five great grandchildren.

 

Ralph was born and raised in Austin, Manitoba. He joined his comrades in WWII at 19 years old. This is where he learned to ride a motorcycle.  When he returned, he began a 36-year career with MTS as a groundman in McGregor. During one of his postings, he met Muriel Austin, from Strathclair, and after letters back and forth, they married August 1, 1953, and settled in Dauphin. Ralph continued with MTS in Dauphin as an Area Manager. He moved his family to Winnipeg in 1961, and continued with MTS where at retirement he was an Engineering Supervisor. Ralph filled his 37 years of retirement with motorcycle riding (until his 90th birthday), racquetball, x-country skiing, curling at Pembina Curling Club and golfing at Canoe Club, Transcona Golf Club, and numerous winter trips to Texas to work on his golf game. Ralph had five hole-in-one awards, as well as other trophies attesting to the effectiveness of the ‘down south’ golf practise he and Muriel enjoyed.

 

The Hotel family kindly requests that all of his friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour his memory by watching the photo-biography above. Please, also consider sharing your own photos, memories, and stories by making use of the comment section on this page.

 

In Accordance with Ralph’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held.

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Reed Winstone

December 4, 2021 at 8:22 AM

Ralph and Muriel were longtime friends of my parents.  I remember attending many Grey Cup parties as a child  at the Hotels.  Our parents would watch the game, and the play a few hands of bridge.  The Hotels were always great hosts.  I am sorry to read of Ralph's passing. Reed Winstone (son of Bob and Ruth Winstone)

Ted Scoles

November 30, 2021 at 12:59 PM

I met Ralph  in 1959  in Dauphin . He was a journeyman technician and offered much help to me as a newly arrived apprentice from city plant .Ralph was a caring ,considerate individual. My condolences to his family .

Joan Reid

November 28, 2021 at 7:29 PM

Deepest condolences to all the family.  George and I kept each other company when we were suffering at that hospital, and our spirits up during meal times.  He was a swell guy and you were lucky to have him so long. Enjoyed meeting Danny too. Take care.  Sincerely, Joan Reid

Glen Philipp

November 27, 2021 at 12:41 PM

My condolences to the Hotel Family.

Lance Anderson

November 27, 2021 at 11:39 AM

Ralph was an exceptionally kind and friendly guy. I first met him in 1966 when he was the Toll Central Office Foreman at Fort Rouge Exchange. I was a very raw rookie engineer and Ralph went out of his way to help me learn. I owe Ralph a debt of gratitude. Thanks, Ralph!

Margaret

November 27, 2021 at 11:06 AM

My condolences to the Hotel family.   Beautiful memories shared. My memories of Ralph, a gentleman. May he Rest In Peace.

SYL PARRY

November 27, 2021 at 10:40 AM

My late wife Betty and I spent many happy hours golfing with Ralph and Muriel at the Canoe Club and in Texas. Condolences to the Family. Syl Parry

Katherine MacIver

November 26, 2021 at 8:36 PM

Beautiful family memories!  I loved my visits with Uncle Ralph and Auntie Moe.  A trip back to Kenora by motorcycle was definitely a highlight!  Hugs to all the Hotels!  
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