RALPH E. THOMAS, JR., age 59, beloved best friend and partner of Mary M. Hough; loving father of Ryan, Ralph, Julia, Amanda and Matthew (deceased); proud grandfather of Madison, Radyn, Rylan, Jaxtson, Jordan and Ryan; beloved son of the late Margaret Pennington (Tom) and the late Ralph Thomas, Sr.; dear brother of Wanda, Elaine, Raymond (deceased), Becky and Donnie; uncle and friend of many.  Passed away March 28, 2024.  Relatives and friends are invited to meet for Ralph's Funeral Mass Friday, April 5, St. Patrick Church (West Park) at 11 A.M. Friends may call at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of CLEVELAND, 4420 ROCKY RIVER DRIVE AT PURITAS THURSDAY 4-7 P.M.