Ralph W. Gearhart

Ralph W. Gearhart, 76, of Salem, passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2011. He was the son of the late Frank and Ethel Gearhart. His surviving family includes two brothers and their wives, Bill and Pearl Gearhart and George and Becky Gearhart; and several nieces and nephews. Ralph was retired from Magic City Ford Motors. The family will receive friends on Monday, February 14, 2011 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the John M. Oakey & Son Chapel in Salem. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, February 15, 2011 at 2 p.m. at Sherwood Memorial Park with Chaplain Dave Vanderpool officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ralphs name may be sent to the Salem Rescue Squad at 201 South Broad Street in Salem, Virginia 24153. Online condolences to the family may be made at www.johnmoakey.com. The Gearhart family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 540-389-5441.