Ralph Rudolph
Ralph Rudolph, age 62, of LaGrange, passed away on April 28th, 2025. Loving father of Ella, Louise, and their sweet dog, Petey; beloved best friend of Amy; cherished brother of Cindy Herkelrath, Dennis Rudolph, and Bonny Labash; devoted son of the late Albert and Phyllis Rudolph; fond uncle and friend of many.
To know Ralph was to love him. He was a kind, giving man who always put others before himself. He had a great sense of humor and always made us laugh.
Ralph spent his early years serving for the Marine Corps. He was a very driven, motivated, and hard worker throughout his career.
He enjoyed spending time with his dog, Petey, golfing with friends, spending time in Michigan with his family, and watching the Chicago Bears.
He was a foodie who loved to cook and was always trying new restaurants with his daughters. Ralph always enjoyed a cold beer at Buckledown Brewery.
There are not enough words to describe the loss that we feel and how much he meant to us. He will be deeply missed.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Stay; For Life are greatly appreciated.
Visitation 11am until time of words of remembrance, 4pm, on Monday, May 5th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Interment Private. Additional Information: 708-352-6500
Ralph will be missed; he was a really good man.
Lots of prayers for Amy, Ella, and a Louise during this difficult time.
Dear Ella , I’m so sorry about your loss
I send you my condolences and a big hug
So sorry for your immeasurable loss. We are thinking about you, Dennis and your entire family.
Love you guys and I’m so sorry. My girls adored Ralph and would scream ‘neighbor Ralph’ every time they saw him. I saw him and Petey most mornings. He was a great guy…seriously great. The perfect neighbor. He will be missed a ton.
Rest easy Ralph,
Neighbor Luke, Brit, Mia, Olivia, and Miles
Amy sending you a big hug and praying for you and your family to find some peace and comfort through these heartbreaking times.
Very sorry for your loss, I did not know Ralph that well but did get to a bears game with him and had a blast.
My condolences and thoughts are with you all!
RIP
Amy, sending my deepest condolences to you and your family! Praying for peace and comfort as you navigate this tragic loss. I’m so very sorry, my heart goes out to you and your family!
Very sorry for your loss. Ralph was a wonderful man, always enjoyed his smile.
I knew Ralph thru his older brother Dennis who was a close pal of mine. He was a good kid, two years younger than I. The last time we saw each other was at a memorial golf outing for another childhood friend of ours. Ralph was a full grown man then, and he looked and sounded great. My condolences to Ralph’s family and all who knew and liked him.
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts.
Cindy, Dennis, Bonnie and families
Your family is in my prayers as you navigate this unimaginable loss. My heart is with all of you. I wish I had answers for why this happened but all I have is my unwavering support and deepest sympathy. There is no timeline, no right way to do this.
Love
Am Stigall.
I am so sorry for your loss. Ralph was one of the all time greats. He will be missed tremendously. Sending my deepest condolences.
Jeff Olsen
To all who knew him-I am so bummed out hearing of our loss. I worked with Ralph for several years and I can truly say he was the kindest man I ever met. He was the most honest, straight forward, level-headed guy I’ve known, as well.
I’m in complete shock and DEEPLY saddened by this news.
I love ya Ralphie Boy! We’ll see ya on the other side, my brother! Peace
My sincere condolences on your loss. Sending prayers to all your family. May your good memories bring you some comfort at this difficult time.
I knew Ralph for many years while in the financial industry. We did a lot of business together but I appreciated him most for being the lighthearted, warm and friendly guy that he always was. Words cannot express my sadness by the loss of such a wonderful thoughtful friend. Prayers to you for strength, peace and hope in this difficult time. We will all miss Ralph but he will live on in our great memories of him.
My memories of Ralph, though sporadic in recent years, were always about the good natured soul he was. I grieve for his family. I know he cherished his daughters and beamed with pride when he discussed them. Please rest in peace Ralph – you will be missed dearly.
Steve Basso
I was so sad to hear of Ralph’s passing. Although I hadn’t seen him in several years, I will always remember his kindness and his smile. Sending love to the Rudolph family and thinking of you all.
My condolences to the family and friends of Ralph, he will be missed. First time I met him was in 1978 or so and he had a mohawk haircut and I thought he was one of the coolest cats around. He was a great friend to the whole Hill family and we always enjoyed the time we spent with him and we will cherish the memories. Lov Ya Ralph!
Like everyone who knew Ralph I Love the guy. He was there for me during my darkest time as a great friend to support me. He will be missed dearly, but never forgotten. I will always carry him in my heart.
Dear Dennis and the entire Rudolph Family. So sorry to hear about the passing of Ralph. I didn’t get to spend much time with Ralph growing up as he was a bit younger than me but I do clearly remember him having that great Rudolph personality of kindness and love of family. I know the days ahead will very sad as you will miss seeing and being with him so much. Remember to trust your faith as Ralph will always be with you in spirit until we all meet again in a new heaven and new earth. My favorite passage in the bible is John 1-14 and is where I believe the main gospel of the bible refers to God’s grace and salvation offered through Jesus Christ. “In the beginnings the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”
The word (that was spirit) became flesh (became Jesus, the physical) and he walked here with us on this earth. and Jesus is now (spirit in heaven.) The same will be blessed for Ralph. One day long ago Ralph was just a twinkle in your parents eyes (spirit) Then Albert and Phyllis were blessed with a beautiful baby boy (the physical) and now Ralph is back home with your wonderful parents n heaven (spirit)
Trust God’s promise to bring us all back together in a new heaven and new earth. Although I’m not in a hurry as we all have things to still do here, on this earth, but I look forward to that day where we all will be together again, in that new heaven and new earth.
Trust Grace ! Love ya all.
Your Friend, Andy Spicer
I had the opportunity to work with Ralph for several years and we became good friends ever since. Ralph was a true gentleman, who always acted with honesty and integrity, and was always there for his friends. He had a big heart and positive energy. I will miss him tremendously. Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
My deepest condolences to family and friends. Ralph was a genuinely sincere person with a big heart. One of my fav’s! He will be sorely missed, of this I have no doubt!
Dear Ella and family. John and I did not know Ralph but would see him around the neighborhood. My daughter Helena met you and found we were neighbors. Truly saddened by the loss of your dad. Helena said through your shares that he seemed to be a wonderful dad. Sending much love to you, your family and Petey. HUGS Beth and John 512