Ralph E. DesRoche went home to be with his heavenly father on October 10, 2023. Ralph was born July 27, 1953 to Ralph and JoAnn DesRoche.
Devoted father of Austin DesRoche (Peyton) and Andrew DesRoche. Loving brother of Debbie (Mike) Fischer and the late Randy DesRoche. He was a dear special friend to JoAnn and Jim Gugliano. Dear uncle, great uncle, and friend to many.
Ralph loved to entertain and touched the hearts of many through his love for music and was always the life of the party. He was a great musician.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Thursday, October 19, 2023 at Michel Funeral Home 5930 Southwest Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63139 from 6-8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, prayers and donations to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.
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Ralph will truly be missed. His wonderful friendliness and caring of other people. He always cared about the people and the pets that waited for him with paitence. Your are missed by Lyn Brunell and Diane Moulton and Bailey.
Was so sorry to hear Ralph, he was the nicest man I believe I ever met and I am just letting you know, my dog Nala will miss him very much she always got so excited when his car pulled up, she just wanted to see him and he also always had a treat for her. He will be missed!
Ralph was a great neighbor and friend. We will miss him. May you rest in the loving arms of God the Father.
Our sincere condolences to the DesRoche Family.
Ralph will be greatly missed. We had the good fortune to call Ralph our friend.
We had a front row seat to see his kindness, caring, and love for others.
Ralph had a wonderful sense of humor and was great entertainer. He could bring life to any party.
Ralph treasured his friends, family, and faith. Telling us “I love you guys” after every meal shared and we loved him.
Ralph was another brother and best friend to Bill. He was the brother I never had.
Remembering all the good times is the best way to honor a loved one.
Thank you, Ralph, for giving us so many good memories and know that you were loved.
May you rest in peace.
Bill and Gina Hammerschmidt