Ralph W. Deatherage…June 28, 1931 – March 17, 2016

A Memorial Service for Ralph Deatherage will be held on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Fort Lyon National Cemetery in Las Animas, Colorado. Pastor Diane Hutson will officiate. Military Rites will be provided by VFW Post #2411 and American Legion District #1 Post 6.

Ralph Wellman Deatherage was born on June 28, 1931 to James H. and Maude Mildred (Hunt) Deatherage in Des Moines, New Mexico and passed away on March 17, 2016 in Las Animas, Colorado at the age of 84.

Ralph is survived by many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents and six siblings.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name, in care of Horber Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 431, Las Animas, CO 81054.

For more information, or to leave online condolences, please visit http://www.horberfuneralchapel.com