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BISCOE, Ralph James

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BRISCOE Ralph James

(Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Br.#34, Orillia; Active Member of the Knights of Columbus, Past Grand Knight)

died peacefully, at the Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Orillia on Tuesday, October 16th, 2018 at the age of 91 years.  Ralph is survived by his wife Ann, children Jim and Shelley, grandchildren Andreja, Sarah, Luke and Mylissa, nieces Irene, Iris and nephews Jim and Tom.    Ralph was born on February 10th, 1927 in London, England.  He joined the Royal Engineers and served for four years.  He moved to Canada in 1958 and married Ann in 1960.  After moving to Orillia, Ralph began to specialize in repairing English cars and soon became the local expert.  Ralph was a dedicated family man who encouraged his children to pursue their goals and to live according to the values and beliefs of the Catholic Faith.  The family would like to thank all the staff at Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital for their efforts and dedication.  Special thank you to Dr. Bailey and the ICU staff who went above and beyond.   All are welcome to attend and celebrate Ralph's Life.  The late Mr. Ralph Biscoe will rest at the Mundell Funeral Home, 79 West St., N., Orillia on Friday from 7 - 9 pm.  Then to the Church of the Guardian Angels, 115 West St., N., Orillia for Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, October 20th, 2018 at 10:30 am.  Reception to follow, downstairs in the Parish Hall.  Cremation to take place.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital would be appreciated.  Parish prayers to be said in the Parlour on Friday evening at 6:45 pm. 




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