RALPH M. BOBOLTZ

He was born to the late Fred and Helen (Becker) Boboltz on April 10, 1933. He married Ruth Kautz on June 5, 1954 and they were blessed with 66 years together before she predeceased him on March 5, 2021. Ralph served in the Michigan National Guard. He was a Sergeant and rifle expert, specifically, large caliber. He was also an accomplished piano player, avid sportsman, wood worker and chef.

Ralph is survived by his daughter Patricia (Roger) Hornby, son Scott (Jamie Moore) Boboltz, grandchildren; Jaclyn (Eric) In- graham, Angela (Aleks Kesellman) Mapes, Sara Boboltz, Andrew Boboltz, Matthew Boboltz, sister Kristine (Stanley) Waskiewicz and many nieces and nephews.

Along with his wife Ruth, Ralph is predeceased by his brother, David Boboltz, sister-inlaw Florence Boboltz and nephew, Gregory Boboltz.

A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at Messiah Lutheran with Pastor Dennis Kreil officiating. They enjoyed Messiah and the many friends they had made while attending. To view the live stream of the service, please click here. Friends are welcome to visit with the family prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or by making a donation to Messiah Lutheran Church. Smith-Miner Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Boboltz family; to share a special memory please visit smithminer.com.