Ralph Wesley Seltzer, Jr. 88, of New Ringgold, passed away Sunday, June 18th, at home, in the presence of his family.
Ralph was born in Orwigsburg on August 18, 1934, a son of the late Minnie (Rarick) and Ralph W. Seltzer. He was the husband of Dolores (Vernicky) Seltzer, they were married 68 years in April.
He served in the United States Marines and prior to retiring he was a truck driver at Yellow Freight in Lancaster.
He was a member of New Ringgold Fire Company, Perry Township Game Association and was an avid sportsman, enjoying many hunting trips with his family.
Ralph is survived by his daughter, Linda Miller and his son, Wess, husband of Christine Seltzer as well as grandsons Brandon Seltzer, husband of Victoria and Chris Miller, husband of Erica.
He was predeceased by his grandson Alex Seltzer, as well as a brother Gerald Seltzer and sisters Marie Fulmer and Phyllis Tobach.
Services are private at the convenience of the family and entrusted to Hamilton Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., Orwigsburg.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Red Creek Wildlife Center, 300 Moonhill Drive, Schuylkill Haven , PA 17972.
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