Suderman, Ralph (1927-2002)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2002 Jun 21 p. 29

Birth date: 1927 Apr 28

text of obituary:

RALPH SUDERMAN

Ralph Suderman of Port Rowan, Ont. passed away Mar. 15 of a heart attack in Boynton Beach, Fla. He was born Apr. 28, 1927 to Alexander and Mary Suderman in Stouffville, Ont. In 1928 the family moved to a farm in Port Royal, Ont., where they grew vegetables. Ralph learned to work hard at an early age; he tried to instill that same drive in his children and grandchildren. He accepted Christ at 15 during an evangelistic crusade and was baptized Aug. 12, 1945. In 1949 he bought a farm and married Hilda Teigrob. They retired in 2000. He was a people person, made friends easily and entertained them with stories and jokes. He loved travelling with Hilda, camping in summer and wintering in Florida . He loved cars, especially Cadillacs, and music, especially bluegrass and southern gospel. He played harmonica and button accordion. On Sunday nights in Florida, he and Hilda gathered with friends to play and sing their favourite hymns and choruses. He enjoyed singing in the male choir. Predeceased by a sister and a grandson, he is mourned by Hilda; children Cheryll Clark and Dave, both of Port Rowan, and Catherine Dring of Caledonia, Ont.; 6 grandchildren; 2 brothers and 3 sisters. The funeral was Mar. 21 in Port Rowan MB Church, with Sandy Young ministering.