Ralph A. Showalter, 82, of Richmond, formerly of Fountain City, passed away on Thursday, January 28.
He was born in Lynn, Indiana on September 3, 1933 to Donald R. and Catherine M. Corder Showalter.
Mr. Showalter was a longtime resident of Fountain City and was a 1950 graduate of Fountain City High School. He served many years as commissioner of Fountain City Little League, willingly helping out wherever there was a need. He enjoyed watching his sons play basketball as they grew up and continued to focus on his family throughout his life. He served as a Reserve Deputy with the Wayne County Sheriffâs Dept. for over 20 years and was a member of Whitewater Masonic Lodge.
Mr. Showalter will be missed by his wife of 65 years, the former Barbara Campbell; sons & daughters-in-law, Dave & Cathy Showalter and Mike & Karen Showalter; grandchildren, David Robert Showalter and his wife, Nikki; Krista Barnett and her husband, Brandon; and Aimee Pasquier and her husband, Pete; seven great-grandchildren; sister & brother-in-law, Phyllis & Jim Saylor.
Private visitation will be held for Mr. Showalter.
Memorial contributions may be sent to the Fountain City Recreation Association, c/o PO Box 14, Fountain City, IN 47341.