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Ralph's obituary

Ralph, 91 passed away peacefully surrounded by friends and family at his Washington D.C., DC home on Wednesday, September 7th, 2022. Ralph was a decorated veteran who served in the U.S. Marine Corps   


Ralph was born on April 28th, 1931 in Queens, New York to his parents Miguel Cerame and Charlotte Sterling. When he was just 18, Ralph decided he wanted to join the Marine Corps. Ralph would go on to serve for 26 years. During his time in the marines, Ralph met Kathryn. They married October, 1953. Ralph and Kathryn chose to settle in the town of Middletown, NJ. When he wasn’t working, Ralph had a passion for tennis and golf. Ralph was predeceased by his parents, Miguel and Charolette Cerame. He is survived by his wife, Kathryn, his children, Michael Cerame, Maria Wilhame, and Thomas Cerame and his grandchildren, Deana, Jessica, Chelsea, Taylor and Michael-Preston Cerame. The family will be hosting a celebration of life to immediate family at their residence at this time. 

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