Obituary of Ralph Ames

Ralph Warren Ames, of Wappingers Falls, NY, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. He was 92 years old. Ralph was born on October 14, 1932, at home in the City of Poughkeepsie, to Bryon Fielding Ames and Jean Gilchrist Irvine Ames .Ralph graduated from Poughkeepsie High School. He married Dorothea Ames on July 29, 1967. He enjoyed a life long career as a car salesman working for many dealerships including SJ Reynolds, JB Parsons, Avis and Ruge’s. Ralph proudly served as District Fire Commissioner for the New Hackensack Fire Company for back to back terms. An avid NASCAR fan, Ralph also enjoyed drawing, photography, rooting for the Mets and hot air ballooning.   Ralph was predeceased by his wife Dorothea, parents Byron F. and Jean Ames, brothers Byron and Russell Ames and sister Jean Smith.   He is survived by his loving family Daughters Lori (Rich) Hamilton, Marci (Tim) Cobb, Diane (Kevin) Cook, Grandchildren Sarah (Clarence) Devens, Brittany (Adam) Stiles, Jason (Stephanie) Cobb, Alex (Laura) Cook, Shannon (Mark) Silano, Michael (Randi) Cook, Kaci (Kevin) Tatunczak, and 18 Great Grandchildren   A celebration of life will be held on Sunday 24, 2024 at Doyle’s Funeral Home, Poughkeepsie from 1:00pm - 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to New Hackensack Fire Company 217 Myers Corners Rd Wappingers Falls, NY 12590