Our friend and Agent went home to be with the Lord on July 3,2025 after an extended illness. To Know Ralph was to love him and his charismatic ways. He was well known for his dapper way of dressing even matching eyeglasses. He loved his ties and always looked like a gentleman. He greatly loved his family, especially his beloved wife Joy, their children Sally and Camilee and he especially loved being a HeyDay to his grandchildren. He loved JSU Gamecock Football and the Alabama Crimson Tide and enjoyed spending time at games with family and friends. But most importantly Ralph loved the Lord Jesus Christ with all his heart and worshipping him.
Ralph was deeply connected to our community and community involvement. He was known most of all as a trusted friend to countless people, a servant leader and mentor to many, a dedicated family man and he was extraordinary. He was a great friend to our office and always brought the laughter. Our office deeply misses him but rejoice with knowing he is with our Lord and Savior.
He was lovingly referred to as our “Ralphie” and he will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
Ralph brings a wealth of knowledge about the Northeast Alabama area to RIVER TOWNE REAL ESTATE GROUP. He is a community builder and wants to see the area grow in a positive direction. Now that you know he is a part of our team, send him your business and he will help fulfill your dreams. He hails from Rainsville, AL, in neighboring DeKalb County, just a short drive up I-59. His background includes 4 terms in the Alabama House of Representatives from Dekalb, and a career in Education that spanned over 30 years with the immediate past 19 years at Jacksonville State University. Ralph has resided in Etowah County for over 15 years. He is quick to say, “This is home now”. He enjoys church activities – particularly service projects, an occasional round of golf, and all sports in JSU Gamecocks Athletics. “With so many friends and extended family here, it never seemed like a move coming to Etowah County. It was more like a shift down the road. I love it here. I felt the best way to influence the growth of Etowah County was through Real Estate. It was the second career that would allow me to continue my interaction with people and help them reach their goals. We have a great team at RIVER TOWNE REAL ESTATE GROUP, and we work together that way.”
EDUCATION
Jacksonville State University ‘83/’89/’98
INTERESTS
Church
Activities
JSU Gamecock Athletics
Golf
My iTunes Playlist
Politics
Cooking
COMMUNITY
The Chamber, Gadsden & Etowah County Various Community Service Projects and Fundraising Etowah
C.A.R.E.S.
Economic Development Association of Alabama