Mr. Ralph Frederick Russenberger

Born on July 24, 1956 in Bergenfield, NJ, Ralph was the son of the late Ralph and Mildred Russenberger. He is the best friend and beloved husband of 39 years to wife Kathy and cherished father of Becky (Ryan), Doug, and Jen. With a brilliant mind and a penchant for fixing things, he received a degree in electrical engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology after graduating from Bergenfield High. Following college, Ralph spent his entire 38-year career with Northrup Grumman (formerly Westinghouse Electric Corp) working on defense and electronics systems, which brought him to places like Belgium, Oklahoma, Saudi Arabia, Puerto Rico, and finally to Eldersburg, Maryland, where he resided with his family for the past 35 years. While Ralph had many accomplishments, he always believed his greatest to be his three children, who he was so proud of. He was actively involved in each of their lives growing up and throughout adulthood and the bond he shared with them was unmatched. He was a volunteer with the Boy Scouts, coach of many sporting teams, science project extraordinaire, their biggest cheerleader, and so much more. The legacy he has left behind is one of love, unwavering support and the belief that they can do anything. After retiring in 2016, Ralph loved fishing, boating, woodworking, home projects (both his own and his children’s), long walks with his Grandpup, Breacher, and his part-time job at Fairhaven Retirement Community. Ralph was a remarkable man who was extraordinarily intelligent, possessed a witty sense of humor, and had an unparalleled work ethic. Thoughtful, generous, and able to fix anything, Ralph was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need - no matter how big or small the task. He is survived by an extensive and loving family. In addition to his wife and children, Ralph is survived by his sisters, Diane (Frank) Barletta and Carol (Phil) Pearson; mother-in-law, Joan Moessner; brothers-in-law, Greg (Lynn) Moessner, Kevin Moessner, Dennis Moessner; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. If grief is the price we pay for love, how lucky we are to have had someone that makes saying goodbye so hard. It is his family’s hope that he will be remembered through love and laughter. They take comfort in knowing that he will remain in their hearts and memories and that his impact on their lives will last forever. The family will receive family and friends on Tuesday, November 1st from 2pm to 4pm and 6pm to 8pm at Haight Funeral Home & Chapel, 6416 Sykesville Road, Sykesville, MD where a service will be held at 7:30pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Ralph’s name to Always and Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary, a place for aging and abandoned animals at alwaysandfurever.org. Online condolences may be made at www.haightfuneralhome.com

Mr. Ralph Frederick Russenberger

July 24, 1956 - October 21, 2022