of Ozone, AR
August 10, 1953 - February 29, 2024
Jimmy Wayne Ralph, Sr., 70, a resident of Ozone passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024 in Fort Smith. He was born August 10, 1953 in Clarksville to the late Earl Nathan and Bonnie Mae (Bishop) Ralph.
Jimmy served in the United State Army in an artillery unit. After his military service, Jimmy spent his career as a police officer. In his more than 28 year career, Jimmy served as a deputy for the Johnson County Sheriff's Office, the Arkansas Highway Police, the Clarksville Police Department where he served as police chief and most recently with the University of the Ozarks Office of Public Safety. In his spare time, Jimmy enjoyed trout fishing on the Norfork and White Rivers, deer hunting and riding his Harley Davidson Motorcycle. Jimmy was also known for his excellent ability to weld, which he did as a part time job with Kline Machine Shop in Clarksville and his advanced skill level of martial arts, especially Taekwondo.
In addition to his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by three brothers; three sisters and a granddaughter, Marina Ralph.
Survivors include his four children, Aleisha Hays and husband, Ronnie of Knoxville, Jimmy Wayne Ralph, Jr. of Clarksville, Daniel Lloyd Ralph of Scranton and Jacob Ralph and wife, Lisa of Cabot; seven grandchildren; two brothers, William Earl Ralph of Spadra and Michael Don Ralph of Hartman and a sister, Sue Hart of Altus.
Cremation arrangements are private under the direction of Roller-Cox Funeral Home in Clarksville.
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59 Condolence(s)
Terry E Cameron
Saturday, March 9, 2024
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of my dear friend, Jimmy. He and I joined the Army together back in November of 1972. We went through basic training together and then AIT in Ft. Hood, Texas. I have many great memories of the time we shared together and will always remember him as a very dear friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Derek Pannell
Thursday, March 7, 2024
I will forever be grateful for everything you did for me and my sister's. I could never put into words the love and gratitude I feel for you. You coming into my life literally changed everything for the better. All I have are happy memories of you. I love you. And WE ALL miss you.
Walter Ross
Thursday, March 7, 2024
You will definitely be missed old friend. Me and my wife was just talking about you the other day. We had some good times. But the place you are now is so much better. Love you Uncle Jimmy.
Tbone
Denise Ralph
Thursday, March 7, 2024
You will forever be part of my heart. Rest in peace and give our precious marina bug lovins
Sharon Ralph
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
I will always remember him. Him being a caring person, a loving man, and someone that will be missed greatly by many people. I will love you forever!
Rickey and Lisa Casey
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Prayers for the family.
Jamie Roper
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Prayers for all the family God bless you all..I was close to Jim and loved him and family
Deborah (Debbie) Hogue Dalton
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
So sorry to hear about the Loss of our friend Jimmy .He was part of our Spadra family. All the kids in neighborhood were like one big family . He loved his family & friends especially his kids & grandkids . Our thoughts &prayers are with u all .May you be comforted with precious memories love &laughter.
Lee and jennifer tollison
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Sorry for your loss your family is in our prayers
Lisa Thomas
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Jimmy was such a nice person. Thoughts and prayers for his family.
Rocky Pistone
Monday, March 4, 2024
My cousin and my friend. I’ll
miss you.
Jeannett Willis
Monday, March 4, 2024
I worked with Jimmy a the University.
Always respected and appreciated the man.
Kevin Weathers
Monday, March 4, 2024
Prayers to all of the family. Chief Ralph was a great friend and Police Officer.
Ronnie Petersen
Monday, March 4, 2024
Always thought Jimmy was one of the good ones. He will be missed. RIP . Prayers for his family.
Brooke Pannell
Monday, March 4, 2024
Dad, I will forever thank God for you, for stepping up and being me and my siblings Dad for 20+ years. You was the best step Father who had the best heart and you took care of us and loved us like we were your very own. Gosh I miss you, but you're not suffering anymore. I love you so much Dad,
your babygirl
David Byrum
Sunday, March 3, 2024
Our prayers
Tom and Paula Spitler
Saturday, March 2, 2024
So sorry for your loss.
Brian D. Nichols
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Rest In Peace Jimmy
Tom and Paula Spitler
Saturday, March 2, 2024
So sorry for your loss.
John Towler
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Sorry for your loss R.I.P. MY FRIEND
Gregg & Cassie Rainey
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Love you Jimmy!
Donna Harris
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Rest in peace Uncle Jim. You will always be in my heart
Donna Harris
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Rest in peace Uncle Jim. You will always be in my heart
baba johnson
Saturday, March 2, 2024
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WITH ALL THE FAMILY. many fond memories with the RALPH KIDS. love you baba
Kathy Pitts
Saturday, March 2, 2024
So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. He was a longtime friend and co-worker. His family and mine were all raised at Spadra and grew up together. Jimmy was devoted to his work and thoughtful to his friends. Rest in peace Jimmy, you were loved by many.
Eddie Williams
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Prayers for the family and rest in peace
Jeff and Heather Ross
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Praying for the family.
Becky Wyles
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Prayers for Jimmy’s family and friends.
Karen Anderson
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Glad I knew you Jim. May you rest in peace.
Eric n Misty walters
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Rip he was great man prayers for the family
Marlene Dougan
Friday, March 1, 2024
Prayers for the family
Deborah Shores
Friday, March 1, 2024
Rest in peace my friend, thanks for the chats. Prayers for your family.
Sterling Penix
Friday, March 1, 2024
Chief Ralph was a great friend who well served our community. He was a great officer and a wonderful person. We worked many shifts together. Prayers and good wishes for the family.
Norma Smith
Friday, March 1, 2024
Prayers for the family- lots of memories when I was a Youngster—RIP
Mike estes
Friday, March 1, 2024
Prayers for the family RIP brother
Billy Duncan
Friday, March 1, 2024
RIP Brother Jimmy. Prayers for the family our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Charity Pearrow
Friday, March 1, 2024
Fly High Papaw JIm.. give Marina hugs and kisses for me.
Jeff and Heather Ross
Friday, March 1, 2024
Praying for the family.
Julie Millard
Friday, March 1, 2024
Jimmy was a wonderful person who truly cared for others. Prayers for his family.
Scott Barto
Friday, March 1, 2024
Go rest high on that mountain my friend...
James Dahlem
Friday, March 1, 2024
Good Man now rest Jimmy
Janice ( Holt ) Deason
Friday, March 1, 2024
Going to miss you so very much! You were one of the best!
James Hogue
Friday, March 1, 2024
He was a good friend and he will be missed but he won't suffer any more prayers for the family
Lonnie Ralph
Friday, March 1, 2024
Prayers and condolences.
Cindy Mills Crowder
Friday, March 1, 2024
Prayers for his family.
Kyn wilson
Friday, March 1, 2024
Praying for family miss you my friend
Norman and Janice Yates
Friday, March 1, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brittney Pelts
Friday, March 1, 2024
Prayers to all the family. He was an amazing man and will be missed terribly.
Danny Nichols
Friday, March 1, 2024
Prayers for the famiky
Matthew Jacobs
Friday, March 1, 2024
I’m sorry for your loss prayers for you and the family! Please let me know when the funeral or memorial is
Tonia Ralp
Friday, March 1, 2024
We love you all. So sorry to hear of Uncle Jim's passing. Hugs and prayers
Judith Yates Thomas
Friday, March 1, 2024
So sorry to hear of Jims passing. I remember JIm as being a wonderful man an a great human being. He was always 100% for his family an friends an would do anything for them. He will truly be missed. Many prayers of comfort to the family.
Don White
Friday, March 1, 2024
Jimmy was a great guy . I was proud to call him my friend .
Jerry Dorney
Friday, March 1, 2024
Rest in Peace
Paula Humphrey
Friday, March 1, 2024
Prayers for family . RIP Jim.
Ricky and Karla Holt
Friday, March 1, 2024
You will be missed
Amanda Jones
Friday, March 1, 2024
Such a kind man who served his country and community his entire life! The fact there aren’t more people in law enforcement with that Doc Holiday style when it comes to children in harms way is some of why this place is in the mess it’s in. People were actually afraid to get caught by law enforcement back then because you had to answer to people like him, and many just like him. Deepest condolences to his family for the loss. RIP Mr. Ralph.
As 2 Timothy 4:7 promises: You have fought the good fight, You have finished the race and kept the faith. Now there is in store for you the crown of righteousness.
Lindsay Fultz
Friday, March 1, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about this, Jimmy was always so nice and a great guy.
Steve Holt and Karen Holt
Friday, March 1, 2024
You will be missed.