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Left to cherish his memory includes sister: Dorcas Ralston of Forest; and several cousins. He is preceded in death by brother Richard Dudley (Kathy, living) Ralston.
Paul was a custodian at Riverdale School for over 35 years. He was a past member of Shriner's, a member of the Masonic Temple in Forest, he was also a Little League Umpire. He was very passionate about sports and was on the board of Hardin County Sports Hall of Fame.
A memorial service will be held at 12 pm on Friday, July 18, 2025, at SCHINDEWOLF-STOUT-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Kenton with Pastor Steve Hess officiating. Funeral visitation will be held from 10-12pm prior to the service. Memorial donations may be made to Cancer Research, or a book may be donated to the Forest Library in Paul's honor. Condolences may be expressed online at stoutcrates.com.
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