Ralph Edward Gump, Sr., 72, of Metz, WV, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at his residence. He was born December 11, 1940 in Metz, WV, son of the late James Victor Gump and Olive Price Gump.
Ralph is survived by 3 daughters, Debbie Snider and husband Mark, Kimberly Gump and Kenny Anderson, and Tammy Gump and Scott Booth; a son, Ralph “Buck” Gump Jr. and wife Kathy; his loving companion, Sandy Thomas; grandchildren, Elisha Sine, Brittany Hickman, Taylor and Madison Mercer, Rachel Smith, Ryan Manley and Kayla Manley; great-grandchildren, Cody and Landon Sine and Darin and Derek Smith. Also surviving are 3 sisters, Joretta Snyder, Midge Horner and Mary Stout, and 5 brothers, Floyd, Rob, Raymond, Paul and Bill Gump.
In addition to his parents, Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Deloris Jean Jenkins Gump; 2 brothers, Jackie Gump, who died in infancy, and James Victor Gump II; 2 sisters, Opal Welch and Nina Gump.
Ralph was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather who always had a smile on his face and he always made you laugh. He loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and riding his side-by-side and enjoyed watching NASCAR and dirt-track racing. Ralph had worked at Industrial Resources, Chisler Brothers Drilling and Wilson and Wilson. He was a member of the Mannington Moose Lodge # 388.
Per the request of the family, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home.
Family and Friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main St., Mannington, WV on Friday, November 15, 2013 from 2 - 9:00 p.m. and also on Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with funeral services beginning at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Bill Coon officiating. Burial will follow at the Arnett Cemetery on Campbell’s Run. On-line condolences may be left at www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com
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Gone but will never be forgotten.. rest in peace my friend
We are all so sorry for your loss. Ralph was a good man , kind man , who had a great laugh and loved life with his family. May you be comforted by many at this difficult time. We love you very much ! We will try hard to get there . Have to pick Cheyann up at college and Jamie may work saturday . Mom is really not feeling well. Can't seem to shake this pnemonia. She goes back to doc tomorrow . But she sends her love and hugs to each of you . She wanted me to place a mesaage on here for now for you all. We are just in shock as you are. Love you ! Veronica , Jamie, Cheyann, kendra McQuain and Barbara franks
To deb tammy kim and buck
Your dad was a great man he will be missed very much he loved all you kids and his grand babys love
Love you miss you
Ps give aunt deloris a kiss for me
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.
Kim and Family:
We send our sympathy to you and your family during this sad time. I heard you speak so proudly many times about your dad and his woodworking skills. I never met him but I know he must have been a great guy that enjoyed life. When my mother would take me to the Arnett Cemetery to visit the grave of my baby sister she would always show me where the Gump family lived. I know that my brother Earl Wayne went to the one room school house across the road with some of the kids. I know this is a terrible shock that he passed so unexpected. Please cherish your memories and take care of yourself.
John and Beth
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.