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Ralph R.W. Irwin

November 9, 1924 - January 27, 2013
Maryville, Tennessee

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“janie and linda i am so sorry for your loss. my heart and sorrow go with you in your time of grief. if there is anything i can do please fill...Read More » ”
1 of 6 | Posted by: gary myers - maryville, TN

“Mr. Irwin was our mailman for many years. I often met him at the mailbox to pass the time of day. When I was in high school I became good friends...Read More » ”
2 of 6 | Posted by: Francie Harbin Castleberry - SC

“He was a great friend to me and my family. He was a great fishing buddy and golf pal. He was a true man of God. RonnieL ”
3 of 6 | Posted by: Ronnie Gamble - Knoxville, TN

“Dear Linda and Family, I am thinking about you and praying for you in your loss. Your parents were true, dear friends to my mom and dad. The...Read More » ”
4 of 6 | Posted by: Janie Miller Kennedy - Maryville , TN

“LInda and family, So sorry to hear about your father's passing. Words cannot ease your heartache but just know there are many who care and share...Read More » ”
5 of 6 | Posted by: Stephanie and Jerry Thompson - TN

“Linda and Family, Richard and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Your sweet...Read More » ”
6 of 6 | Posted by: Beth Hitch Ryburn - Maryville, TN

Ralph Wallace "R.W." Irwin Jr., age 88, of Maryville, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 27, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Dee; daughters, Linda and Janie, son-in-law, Dr. Wayne Witt; sister, Ruth Burch; many nieces and nephews, and his church family at Everett Hills Baptist Church. He will join in heaven with parents, Bess and Ralph Sr.; brothers, Sam, Clyde, Bob, Kenneth, and sister, Betty Williams. He was a proud Marine and WWII Veteran, then a mail carrier for 30 plus years. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. in the Smith Trinity Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 in the Smith Trinity Chapel with Rev. Alan Raines, Rev. R.M. Everett, Rev. John Franklin, Lt. Commander Nathan Soloman, and Rev. Don Hayes officiating. Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery. Arrangements by Smith Mortuary, 983-1000, www.Smithmortuary.com

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January 30, 2013
11:00 AM

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Maryville, TN 37803
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January 29, 2013
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

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janie and linda
i am so sorry for your loss. my heart and sorrow go with you in your time of grief. if there is anything i can do please fill free to contact me. i know it is a loss that will never be replaced
gary

Posted by: gary myers - maryville, TN - friend Jan 31, 2013

Mr. Irwin was our mailman for many years. I often met him at the mailbox to pass the time of day. When I was in high school I became good friends with his daughter Linda and spent time at their home. He and Mrs.Irwin were wonderful supportive parents wonderful people that added warm and happy memories to my childhood. I know his family will miss him and cherish his memory.

Posted by: Francie Harbin Castleberry - Sumter, SC - Family friend Jan 30, 2013

He was a great friend to me and my family. He was a great fishing buddy and golf pal. He was a true man of God. RonnieL

Posted by: Ronnie Gamble - Knoxville, TN - Friend Jan 29, 2013

Dear Linda and Family,
I am thinking about you and praying for you in your loss. Your parents were true, dear friends to my mom and dad. The best memory of your dad is when he was so faithful to visit prospects for the church. He really gave his time and was devoted to the Lord.
With My Deepest Sympathy,
Janie Miller Kennedy

Posted by: Janie Miller Kennedy - Maryville , TN - friend Jan 29, 2013

LInda and family,
So sorry to hear about your father's passing. Words cannot ease your heartache but just know there are many who care and share your loss, wish you comfort and peace of mind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Stephanie and Jerry

Posted by: Stephanie and Jerry Thompson - Maryville, TN Jan 28, 2013

Linda and Family,
Richard and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Your sweet father was blessed with a rich and full life. I'm sure his "girls" made him very proud!
vPAmBWith Deepest Sympathy,
Beth and Richard Ryburn

Posted by: Beth Hitch Ryburn - Maryville, TN - Friend Jan 28, 2013