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Stephen RalstonPassing: January 3, 2014

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ORLEANS — Stephen Ralston, 67, passed away at 11:37 a.m. Friday, January 3, 2014, at Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital.

Born September 3, 1946, in Denver, Colorado, he was the son of Robert and Della (Metzler) Ralston.  He married Vicki Beckman May 21, 1977.

He was a banker and an investment representative.  Steve graduated from Bedford High School and Indiana State University.

Surviving:           wife, Vicki Ralston, Orleans                                                                   children, Theresa (Brock) Robbins, Orleans 
                                  Curtis (Julie) Ralston, Paoli                               
                                  Katherine Ralston, Orleans
            grandchildren, Nolan and Cordelia Robbins
                                  Harper Ralston
                    brothers, Robert Ralston, Bloomington
                                   Greg (Marsha) Ralston, Bedford

His parents preceded him in death.

Cremation was chosen.  There will be no visitation at Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

Memorial Gifts: Liberty Christian Cemetery or Orange County Fire Department

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22 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Jerry & Shirley Wagner | Mitchell, IN
    Date: January 17, 2014
    We are so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He guided us financially and always made himself available to us for advice.
  2. Guest: Connie Roberts | BloomingtonIN
    Date: January 13, 2014
    I was very saddened to learn of Steve's passing. He was a warm-hearted and witty man and will be missed by many.
  3. Guest: Deb and Lee Beeman | Lebanon, Tn
    Date: January 8, 2014
    So sorry to hear of Steve's passing....a fine man gone much too soon...
  4. Guest: Terry Callahan | Avon, IN46123
    Date: January 7, 2014
    To Vicki and family, Love and prayers to you. Steve was a wonderful friend, and will be forever in our hearts.
  5. Guest: Bob Braman | Greenwood, IN
    Date: January 7, 2014
    Vicki and family, sorry to learn of Steve's passing. Thoughts and prayers during this difficult ti
  6. Guest: Susie Breidenbach | Bedford, IN
    Date: January 7, 2014
    Greg and Marsha, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
  7. Guest: Linda Connors | Bedford, IN
    Date: January 6, 2014
    Vicki, We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts & prayers. Love, Linda & Billy
  8. Guest: Mike Jeskewich
    Date: January 6, 2014
    Vicki and family so sorry to hear about Steve .It brought back memories of our high school days running around and what a good time we had quilling the red barrel,hub,and Lenords restaurants just hanging out and always having a swell time talking about everything and accomplishing nothing at the time but now looking back wonderful memories that will last forever. mike Jeskewich
  9. Guest: Danny & Debby Pearcy | Bloomingtonin
    Date: January 6, 2014
    Vicki and Ralston Family, We can't tell you how much we will miss Steve. He was a gentleman and genuinely nice guy with wit that could be matched by none. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Danny & Debby Pearcy
  10. Guest: D. Johnson
    Date: January 6, 2014
    Please accept my condolences on the loss of your dear loved one. Take comfort in knowing that our heavenly Creator understands your pain. He will soon remove all pain, sorrow, and death forever! Revelation 21:3,4 May this promise be of comfort to you as you gain the strength and inner peace to cope with the days ahead, remembering that Jehovah will be by your side. Philippians 4:13
  11. Guest: John & Evelyn Noblitt | Orleans, Indiana
    Date: January 6, 2014
    Vicky, We were very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He was a very good friend and associate. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you in the coming days. John & Evelyn Noblitt
  12. Guest: bob and liz collins | bedford, in.
    Date: January 6, 2014
    Vicky I'm very sorry to hear about Steve, we had no idea... We're thinking about you and the kids. Tell them that we liked Steve very much all the way back to when he took me to work at Crane in his Corvette. Best to you all. Bob and Liz Collins
  13. Guest: Randy, Robin, Clayton and Chloe Young | Mitchell, IN
    Date: January 6, 2014
    My family was sadden to hear of the loss of a dear friend, Steve. Growing up Steve and Vicki were as a part of my family as family themselves. I have fond memories of being with my Dad (Randy) at The Bank of Mitchell and seeing Steve with his suspenders laughing or giving a look that made you anticipate the words that were about to fill the air. The bank picnics at Spring Mill where everyone would become one and share a day of fun with each other and Steve, Vicki, my mom (Avril) and my dad always seemed to lead the entertainment...at least in my eyes. Though it has been some time since I've spoken to Steve and Vicki, you both were influential in my youth and words do not provide justice to the memories for which I have growing up with you in my life. To Vicki and all of the kids my family wishes you Peace, Love and Light,
  14. Guest: Mary Callahan | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: January 6, 2014
    Sympathy extended to the Ralston Family. I know how much he will be missed. He was a special friend.
  15. Guest: Jim and Dianne Bellush | Bedford, In
    Date: January 6, 2014
    To Vicki and entire family. So sorry for your loss.Steve was such a good man and gentleman. We are old friends for high school and college days.
  16. Guest: Kathy and Paul Stroud | Mitchell, IN.47446
    Date: January 5, 2014
    Such a loss to so many...our thoughts and prayers are with all of the families...God Bless!
  17. Guest: clayton arthur | Greenwoodindiana
    Date: January 5, 2014
    To Mr ralstons family. I am sorry to hear about your loss of your loved one steve. He was a great man and good friends with my grandparents Howard n hazel martin working in liberty cemetery. Anyways I respected steve and he will be deeply missed but never forgotten. I do again sincerely apologize for your loss. God bless n rest his soul in heaven a better place. I just wanted to express my deep regrets. Clayton Arthur. Cta inc. Associated with Liberty cemetery. He was an extrodinary gentlemen and had a lot of good conversations with him. Lots of good board meetings. Be safe n best wishes. God bless your family.
  18. Guest: John Stowell | SanMarino, CA
    Date: January 5, 2014
    My thoughts and sympathy to Vicki and the Ralston family. Steve will be missed for all the wonderful things he did and the way he went about life. His love of life and his sense of humor will be missed. Our memories of him will always stay with us.
  19. Guest: Jim & Tana King | Mitchell, IN
    Date: January 5, 2014
    We will miss you dear friend. We will miss our drives in the country after dinner out. Our mail box will no longer have the welcome messages on post cards. Thank you for our most recent trip to Jiffy Treat. Thanks for all the wonderful memories of all our good trips and good times together over the many years of friendship. We will miss you so much. Our love and prayers to Vicki and all the family.
  20. Guest: Wally & Eileen Gilbert and family | Orleans, IN
    Date: January 5, 2014
    Sympathy to the Ralston family, Steve was a wonderful man and will be missed by several. Wally and I are blessed to have known Steve.
  21. Guest: Jerry & Judy Stevens | Mitchell
    Date: January 5, 2014
    Very sorry to learn of the loss of your brother, Steve. He was a great guy.
  22. Guest: Karon Chastain Wingard | Bloomington, IN
    Date: January 5, 2014
    Bob and I send our sympathy to thr Ralston family. Steve was a friend from the 1960's and a friend of my parents. Karon Chastain Wingard

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