Ralph Edward DeVore

Ralph Edward DeVore, of Marblehead, Ohio and previously of Chatham, Ohio passed away Saturday January 10, 2026. Born September 21, 1933, on Isle St. George (North Bass Island), Ohio, to Charles and Julia DeVore. Ralph had a very full, beautiful life. Being a crop duster and traveling the world as a turbine blader for Westinghouse. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating and car rides. He lived in many areas but always returned to his roots around the Lake Erie island area. He is survived by his daughters, Diane (Harold) Queen, Tina (Glenn) McLaughlin; 3 grandsons, Joe (Jill), Brian (Kim), and Dan (Julia) Tracey; 5 great-grandchildren; and ex-wife, Audrey Arters. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Julia DeVore; son, Bob DeVore; and siblings, Howard DeVore, Mary Ann Market and Jack Devore. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ralph's memory to: Stein Hospice 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, Ohio 44870. Neidecker, Crosser & Priesman Funeral Home & Cremation Service is handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.neideckercrosserpriesman.com