Ralph McPherson Obituary

We bid farewell to Ralph McPherson of Gallipolis, Ohio, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 21, 2026 at the age of 72. Ralph touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Ralph leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Hershal Lee and Doris Jean Leforce McPherson; his brothers, Donald McPherson and Jeffrey McPherson; and his brother-in-law James T. Denney.

He is survived by: his wife Patty Ann Arriaga McPherson; his son J. R. McPherson; his siblings, Chuck McPherson of Michigan, Jimmy Dale McPherson (Brenda) of Detroit, Brenda Derosa (Richard) of Tennessee, Linda Ramonat of Shelby, TWP and Charlene Ball (John) of Vinton; and his sister-in-law Angela Arriaga of Bidwell.