of Enola, AR
February 3, 1949 - June 24, 2008
Robert ''Bob'' Charles Ralston, Jr., 59 of Enola, passed away June 24, 2008. Born in Dodge City, Kansas on February 3, 1949, he was a son to the late Robert Ralston, Sr. and Merrell (Drinkwater) Ralston. Bob was a loving husband, father and grandfather who loved being with his family at sporting events or while showing cattle at the county, state, and district levels. Bob was the General Manager for Bale-Honda and previously had been a Service Manager for Honda World. He attended the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and was a member and elder of Cedar Hill Church of Christ.
Survivors include his wife of 39 years, Linda (Rickett) Ralston; son Robert Shane Ralston (Melissa) of Enola; daughters: Angela Casey (Kendall) of Enola, and Kimberly Kelley (Coby) of Vilonia; six grandchildren: Landon Casey, Layton Casey, Trey Kelley, Paige Kelley, Lawson Casey and Abby Kay Ralston; a brother Tim Ralston of Atkins; a sister: Ruth Spiller of Conway and numerous friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 27, 2008, at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Interment will follow at Brown Cemetery in Enola. Family visitation will be held on Thursday, June 26, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Never has there been such a beautiful smile. The world has lost so much with Bob's passing. No words could properly express how much we loved him. We are blessed to have been able to know such a kind and gentle soul.
We wanted to let the you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
My sympathy and prayers go to all the family of Bob.
I dealt with Bob while he was at Honda World, several years ago. He always made sure I did not get the run around, that I was treated fairly. He was a very caring and generous man. I know he treated all of his customers this way. I appreciated him then and I know he will be missed by anyone and all that had the opportunity to cross paths with him. I was honored to be one of those people.
Linda and family: As long-time customers and “virtual-friends” of you and Bob both in Conway and Little Rock, we offer our very sincere condolences upon Bob’s passing. There couldn’t be a more friendly, fair or accommodating business person than he was and I know all of you are proud of that. He was a model of what we all should be.
Isaiah 57
1 The righteous perish,
and no one ponders it in his heart;
devout men are taken away,
and no one understands
that the righteous are taken away
to be spared from evil.
2 Those who walk uprightly
enter into peace;
they find rest as they lie in death.
Linda,
We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you.
Kim, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Bob was a classmate of mine and member of the graduating class of 1967 at Greenbrier High School. Bob was a person of high integrity and morals. My deepest sympathy to his family.
I'm sorry for your loss. May God be with you and comfort you during this time of sorrow.
Kim, Coby, Trey and Paige, I am praying for your strength. L Willhite
We are sorry we were unable to be there. Derek always spoke so highly of Bob. I know he will be missed greatly. Your family is in our prayers.
I am very sorry my current circumstances wouldn't allow me to be there. My wife and I send our deepest sympathies. There are few people that impact so many lives in such a positive way as Bob did. I learned so much from him and feel very fortunate to have known him. He was not only the best boss I have had, but also a friend. No matter how busy he was, he always made time for anyone who needed to talk. He always set a good example to all, and will be missed.
Linda,Angie,Kim,Shane, Bob was a awesome man and as always had a lasting impression on me since I left Honda World in 1996. I still have the letter of reccomendation he wrote for me when I hired on at the railroad. Those were some of the best working times in my life when I worked for him. He treated all of us like we were his own sons, even getting on to us when we acted a fool. Lol....He will be forever remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need. God Bless Chuck
Was a classmate of Bob's at Greenbrier High School,when I first moved there he one of the first ones to make me feel welcome.
Kim, Please know that we have you in our prayers...and that your family is bathed in prayer from your friends at Acxiom, too. May God bless you and your family during this time and in the coming months.
Kim, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. With love, Lora Boone
I want to express my deepest sympathies to you Linda and your entire family. Bob was a wonderful man. I can’t remember seeing him when he wasn’t smiling! It was a pleasure to haven known him. I enjoyed working with you both. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
We are praying for you and your family through this difficult time.
Kim and Family: I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. I know he meant a great deal to you, Coby, Trey and Paige. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I work with Kim, who is a very amazing person. I am so very sorry for your families loss, just by knowing Kim, I know what an amazing person her father was.....you all are in my prayers.
Kim, I was so sorry to hear that your father passed away. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. In Sympathy, Merinda Kordsmeier
Dear Linda, Angela, Kim, & Shane (Ruth & Tim), I cannot find the words to express my sadness at the loss of Bob. Please accept my sincerest and most heartfelt condolence. I have many fond memories of the times we spent at Grandma Ralston’s house. As a child, I always looked forward to the family get-togethers and all the good food. Bob will be missed by many. I pray that God comforts and guides your family in the days ahead. With sincere sympathy, Sandra (Ralston) Goodnight
Kim, Coby and family you have my deepest sympathy and prayers.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Continue to stay strong for one another (as I know you will). You all have a special place in our hearts! Don't hesitate to call us if you need ANYTHING !
Many years of wonderful memories go through my mind of Bob and his great family. You guys have all been such a strong, caring and loving family. Please know that our hearts are with you at this time! Take care and God Bless you ALL !!!
Angela, Just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I was very sorry to hear about your dad.
I am sorry for your loss. I have not seen Bob much since high school. Bob was older. When I was in FFA I always looked up to him.
Linda just wanted to let you and your family know how special I thought BOB was. My prayer and thoughts are with you all at this time. Love Sandra Bryant
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know this is a difficult time for you all right now. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort surround your family with His Love and provision during these difficult days ahead.
Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers. Janice (Smiley) Brown, former Enola teacher
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH Y'ALL .
Although I only knew Bob briefly, the words Gentleman, Family Man, and Man's Man all come to mind. I'll always remember Bob with a smile on his face and a firm handshake. May the family know that Bob truly made "His Mark" on this earth in the brief time that he was with you. God Bless!
Our sympathys from the family of the late Loyd Moffitt.
As a single Mom going to school, I appreciated Bobs honesty when bringing in my car. He was honest and helpful & always with a smile. I remember him talking about his family and could tell that he was proud of you. I am sorry for your loss and the auto service industries loss, a man of integrity in a field of work that many times takes advantage of others. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kim, Angela and family, Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Many memories of ball tournaments and what good character your family represents. Love, Karen Bailey Buddy & Elizabeth Richardson
We are praying for your family.
Linda, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Bob was a true testimony of God's love to so many. You and your dear family are in my thoughts and prayers.
To all the family- you're in my prayers..I'm very sorry for your loss.
Ricky and I would like to offer our prayers for everyone. All of you are wonderful family people and we have the most respect for you all.
Dear Linda, Kim, Angela, and Shane, Bob was a good man and friend. What he has done for Manny Ebong is remarkable and will bear fruit for good for years. I am praying for all of you daily. I'm confident Bob is now in a far better place. With Brotherly Love, Keith Sharp
We are very sorry about your loss. Please extend our deepest sympathy to your wonderful family.
Deepest Regards to your family...
Linda, Angie, Kim, Shane and family: We sincerely are sorry for your loss and are continuing to pray for each one of you during this time of sorrow- May God comfort and give you strength during this difficult time. With Christian Love , Pat and Eddie Hawkins
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. It was one my most enjoyable times to have worked with Bob. thought alot of him
I'm so sorry for your loss. He will be missed. Your family will be in my prayers.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Jody and Shelley Sheets
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .
Angela, Kendall, Landon, Layton, and Lawson, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort you and all of your family at this difficult time. Cheryl and Bobby Shock
Kim & family, I'm so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. I know you all will miss him terribly, but i hope you find comfort in knowing you will see him again in your eteranl home. your in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim and Coby...my heart aches for you during this time of great loss in your lives. I have thought and prayed often for your Dad, and his family, since our last visit May the presence and comfort of the Holy Spirit be very near to both you and your children during these days.....In Christ, Linda Baker
Linda and Family, John and I would like to express our deepest sympathies. Bob was a man of the highest integrety and a heart as big as all the heaven's and earth. We know our loss could never compare to the loss you feel. Our prayer's our with all of you. John and Kim Meeks
Kim and family, we are very sorry for your loss. Your family will continue to be in our prayers.
Linda, Angela, Kim and Shane, My heart goes out to your family. Bob was a wonderful man. I enjoyed talking with him at games and at the fair. Your family will be in my prayers.
Linda, Kim, Angie & Shane, Words cannot express the pain you are feeling right now. Only God's love and comfort can fill that void. I have so many memories of your dad...from the van ride across country to play basketball to the long hours at the fair. He was a great man and will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Shane, John, and family: We are sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do please don't hesitate to let us know.
We pray that God will grant you strength and comfort during your time of loss!
We are so sorry for your loss and are keeping you in our thoughts.
Kim You can your family have been in my prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of loss. God Bless.
Kim and family. My prayers will continue to be lifted up for all of you during this time of grief and saddness. No words that I can say will take away the pain of your loss but I will pray that God's comfort and peace surround you.
Linda and family, please accept my deepest condolences at this time. Becky Shrum Bale Chevrolet
You have my deepest sympathy and prayers.
Sorry to hear about Bob. My prayers are with you and your family. God bless all of you. Dianne Harper
To the family of Bob Ralston, we extend our condolences during your time of sorrow. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. You and your family will be in our prayers, God Bless.
Kim, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let me know if there's anything I can do for any of you.
My prayers are with your family.
Kim and family, know that you in our thoughts and prayers. Your whole family was and is an inspiration to me. It is obvious the positive impact that your father had not only on you but countless others that he never even knew.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. Bob was such a wonderful man. Sincerely Sharon (Keeling), Christopher and Joshua West
We will continue to keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. May you find great comfort in the Lord and your fellow Christians to see you through.
May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Randy & Anita, Richie, Annette, Stephen & Zach, Tracy & Lauren Allen, Michael, Marrey, Bryce & Bailey Carter
Our prays are with you. If you need anything please let us know.
Kim, I am so very sorry to hear the news of your dad. Remember, God has a plan for us all even though we may not always understand it at the moment. He will take care of His own. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim and Coby, your whole family is our my prayers.
Linda and family, I'm so sorry. Bob will be greatly missed. He was a special man and a good friend. The depth of your sorrow is a reflection of your love for him. May God comfort you.
Kim and family, I am so very sorry for the loss of your father. You will continue to be in our prayers during this time of sorrow.
Kim and family-- Our heart felt sympathies are pouring out to you and your family. Our Dad's (the Bob's) have met in heaven, I bet they are swapping some good stories about their kids & grandkids. May God grant you always...A sunbeam to warm you, a moonbeam to charm you, a sheltering Angel so nothing can harm you. Laughter to cheer you. Faithful friends near you. And whenever you pray, Heaven to hear you. You now the # if you need anything at all!!! Chris, Stacy (Starr), Cacy, & Cody Simpson
You are in all our prayers.
Linda, Kim Angela and Shane, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob was a GREAT person and loved to see him sitting in the stands watching us play ball in high school and then also to see him watching his grandkids play as well. I will never forget him.
God Bless you and your family in this time of loss. My Prayers are with you and your family.
Angie and Kendall- We are thinking of you and your family. We will pray for peace and comfort for you and yours. Let me know if I can do anything at all. Joe and Geneva York Lisa and Jonathan Turpin and Josh Fugatt
Linda and family, we are so sorry for loss. We will continue to pray for you as you go through this difficult time. Cathy Brown and family
Kim, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! Amy White
Sorry to hear of your loss we are praying God will give you comfort and peace in this time of sorrow. I wish we could be with you all but it is not possible. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you all. The Glen and Wanda Hodge family
Kim & family, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I pray that God will be with you all during this difficult time. Praying for you, Betsy Moss
Bob has always been very kind to our family. My dad really enjoyed talking with him. We will keep him and your family in our prayers.
Kim, So sorry for your loss, God's Peace and my prayers are with you and your family. Terri Hazelwood
Kim and family...we are very sorry for your loss! Although we did not have the pleasure of knowing your father, we feel confident that he was a great man...he raised a great family...and now he rests in peace with the Lord. "Then when he had come and witnessed the grace of God, he rejoiced and began to encourage them all with resolute heart to remain true to the Lord; for he was a good man." Acts 11:23,24 May you be comforted by God's peace during this difficult time.....the Duggers
Hi Kim, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Kim and family, I will continue to pray for all of you in your time of sorrow. I am so sorry for your loss, but I know your faith in God and your close family will get you through this.
Kim, My family and I are praying for you and yours that God will give you strength and peace. I am very sorry for your loss. Lynn
My family and I will pray that God will give you peace and comfort.
Kim: I'm so sorry for your loss. I know my Dad means a great deal to me and I can't imagine how hard it will be when I lose him. Cherish those wonderful memories of him and know he's in the best place of all now without pain and suffering! God bless, Susan Whittenberg
I am so sorry. He was an amazing man, and I'm lucky to have had the opportunity to have known him. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim, May you find peace in the midst of turmoil. Let me know if I can be of any assistance. Be Pham Acxiom Associate
Kim, I am very sorry for your loss. May God bless and keep you and your family. We love you here at Acxiom!
Kim, We are praying that the Holy Spirit will wrap you in peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Kim, I'm sorry for your loss and I'm praying for you and your family. Adam Fite
Our prayers are with you.
I will be praying for your family during this difficult time.
Kim & Coby, We're so sorry for your loss, and our prayers are with your entire family.
Kim, Angela and family... I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that God will give you comfort and peace thru this difficult time. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kim, We are all very sorry to hear about your dad. Please know that we are thinking about you and your family. The Corder's
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow. My God bless and comfort you in His arms.... Cole and Rachel Brewer, Bale Service Customers
Kim, I am so sorry to hear about the lose of your father. If there is anything that I can do to help out please let me know. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Mike
My thoughts and prayers to the Ralston family during this time of sadness. I am sorry for your loss.
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
We will be praying for you and your family. With our deepest sympathy and love.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. If there is anything we can do for you or your family please don't hesitate to ask.
Linda, God speed Bob, and my thoughts and prayers are with you
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
To the Family, I went ot school at Greenbrier with him. He was a geat person. You are all in my prayrs. D. D.
I am so sorry for your loss.He was a very good Boss and Friend. He will be missed.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers have been with you and will continue to be with you during this time. Please let us know if we can be of any help. God's grace will be sufficient.
My thoughts and prayers to the Ralston family during this time of sadness. Having been through this I know what you are going through. I am sorry for your loss.