Val has asked me to inform everyone that Ralph passed away this morning (Monday 28th April).
Ralph was a highly regarded and respected member of the club, who was well known for his exceptional darkroom skills. Although, unable to be as active as he would like, Ralph took up the digital challenge a few years ago and was still producing high quality work until recently.
Ralph was presented with his Life Membership badge last year as recognition for the work and support to the Bendigo Camera Club.
I believe Ralph had been a member of the club since the early sixties. The club has lost a very valued and talented member.
He will be missed.
Update: Graveside service 10am at Runnymede Elmore, then a service(11:30am) at Holy Trinity Church, Keck St, Flora Hill, Bendigo.
Mark….
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Ralph, camera and coffee in hand. Taken on a club outing to Healsville in May 2003.
Vale Ralphie!
One of the Best. Now at rest.
Love and deepest sympathy to Val.
Liz and Sid
Ralph, a true gentleman and a gifted photographer – he will be greatly missed.
Val, you are in our thoughts today,
may your sadness turn to happy memories with the passing of time.
Vicki & Greg Harrington
We have admired Ralph’s photography over many years.
A real gentleman and a great helper to other photographers
Please accept our condolences Val
Graeme and Junette Phillips
You were a true gem ralph and will be be missed by all, the suffering is now over and you can R.I.P
“The Man In The Hat”
Although I only knew Ralph briefly, it was obvious that he posessed much tallent and was a good friend to many. Val we are thinking of you in this sad time.
Andrew & Rhonda
Deepest sympathy to you and your family Val. My earliest recollections of the Bendigo Camera Club Easter Exhibitions centre around the works submitted by Ralph. Because of him I would look forward to the exhibition and the monthly entries displayed at “Keogh’s” just for a chance to admire the local photographic talent. He will be sadly missed….but well remembered.
Mal Whitehead.
To Val and the members of the Bendigo Camera Club, please accept my deepest sympathy at Ralph’s passing. Ralph was a true gentleman and every good photographer. He will be sadly missed by his many photography friends throughout Victoria.
Jim Weatherill
To Val,sorry to hear the news about Ralph’s passing. I didn’t know him well, but admired his work espcially the infrared pics that he developed. It was great to see him accept his life membership award. He will be sadly missed.
Boyd