In Remembrance Of
Ralph Haskins
Ralph Haskins, 84, of Leavenworth, KS passed away, April 30, 2023.
He was born on June 11, 1938 to Rubert and Lillian (Palmer) Haskins in Leavenworth, KS. Ralph grew up and attended school in Leavenworth. He then served his country in the U.S. Navy.
He was united in marriage to Mary Dorsey. They had two children, Michael and Robin, who they raised in Leavenworth. Ralph joined the Boilmakers Union Local 83 in Kansas City in 1977, retiring in 1999. He later married Ruth Murray in 2001. They moved around the United States, and returned to Leavenworth in 2005, and moved to Smithville in 2021.Ralph was a 45-year member of AA. He owned and operated All Star Sports Cards from 1990-2003 in three different cities. He loved reading, animals and most of all his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lela; and his former wife, Mary.
Ralph is survived by his wife, Ruth; children, Michael (Sue) Haskins and Robin Haskins; step-children, Kelli (Gordon) Harpe and Matt Murray; seven grandchildren, Christopher Haskins, Samantha Ott, Max Haskins, Matt Harpe, Rachael Wolfner, Stephen Harpe, and Christine Harpe; eight great-grandchildren; and cousin, Shirley Biastock; and many friends.
The family will host a Celebration of Life at a later date.
Donations may be made to the Leavenworth Public Library or Gladstone AA.
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Jeff Campbell
Ralph was a great guy and was always willing to trade cards with us when we were getting into the sport card hobby. He was always kind. Condolences to the family.
Joshua Hyatt
I met Ralph at our hall. We was such an inspiration to many of us. I will do as he says and make a meeting for my “booster shot.”
Anne Payne
I’m praying for peace and comfort for Ruth and all the rest of Ralph’s family during this time of loss. Sending love, Anne Payne
Cora and Joseph Thoos
Our deepest condolences to Ralph’s family. He will be missed. RIp dear friend.