of West Memphis, AR
September 18, 1944 - January 20, 2022
Ralph Wayne Brady, 77, of West Memphis, Arkansas was called home to be with his Savior at 6:00 AM on January 20, 2022. He was born on September 18, 1944, in Norfolk, Virginia, to Maurice Willard and Dorothy Jane Dawson Brady.
Ralph joined the Marine Corps directly out of high school. He served honorably in Hawaii before being transferred to Pleiku, Vietnam, as a forward observer for navel gunfire and a radio operator. He was a proud and honorable Marine.
Ralph was later blessed with two daughters, Jamie Mackenzie and Whitney Lauren. He devoted his life raising and mentoring, not only them, but, so many more that came into his life. He dedicated countless hours coaching, umpiring and refereeing at the J.W. Rich Girls Club in West Memphis.
Ralph met the love of his life, Sandra, in 1994. In their 27 years together, they enjoyed many adventures, watching their five grandchildren grow and embracing their faith in the Lord.
Ralph was proceeded in death by his parents and his sister, Judith Ann Reader.
He is survived by his lifelong partner and greatest love, Sandra Ross; daughters, Jamie Brady Osborne and Whitney Brady Austein (Dustin); 5 grandchildren, Tripp Osborne, Rhegan Osborne, Brady Justice, Carter Austein and Chandler Austein; sister, Maureen Jane Fortuna (Brad); brother, Scott Alan Brady (Sarah) and his most faithful dog, Sydney.
In his seventy-seven years on this earth, Ralph touched countless people and will be missed by all who were privileged to have known him.
Memorials may be made to: First Presbyterian Church of West Memphis, 315 N. Missouri St., West Memphis, AR 72301.
Visitation will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 315 N. Missouri Street, West Memphis, Arkansas on Monday, January 24, 2022, from 10:00 until 11:30 am, with the funeral service starting at 12 Noon. Interment will follow at Legrange Cemetery in Legrange, Arkansas.
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7 Condolence(s)
Betty Reece
Monday, January 24, 2022
Sandra, I’m sending love and prayers to you and the family in the loss of your soulmate.
Andrew Luttrell
Monday, January 24, 2022
Ralph was a good man and excellent ladies sports coach at J.W. Rich Girls Club. He mentored may youg ladies athletes over many years. Going to miss him and prayers for his family members.
Sincerely,
Sherri and Andy Luttrell
Elaine Ellington
Sunday, January 23, 2022
It was only when Whitney became my beautiful daughter-in-law that I met Ralph and how blessed I was from that moment on. Ralph was such a joy to be around, he was always upbeat and made you laugh, he enjoyed life and lived it to its fullest. But more than this he loved God and he loved his family. You could see how proud he was when he spoke of Jamie, Whitney, all his grandchildren and his soul mate Sandra. This world will miss Ralph but it’s a better place because of this wonderful man. Rest In Peace sweet friend!!
Teresa McCain
Saturday, January 22, 2022
My sincere condolences to Ralph’s family and friends. He coached my daughter in basketball at the Girls’ Club in West Memphis and was a true mentor and example to all the young people with whom he related. He will be remembered for his kindness and generosity with his time and talent.
JD and Lynda Hall
Saturday, January 22, 2022
Ralph was a kind wonderful person . He will be missed in this world and by all the many friends he made throughout his life! RIP Ralph… you’ve earned your rewards!
David Scherm
Saturday, January 22, 2022
Ralph and i go back further than we could remember. i am Godfather to his first born, Jamie, and Ralph and i shared many wonderful days during our youth. Happy trails old friend, David Scherm from stuttgart, arkansas
Tony and Tammy Fincher
Saturday, January 22, 2022
Love you Putz !!