Ralph R. Rhoads, 85, formerly of Hamburg, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023 in Orwigsburg Center, where he resided.

Born in Oley Twp., he was the son of the late Luther R. and Kathryn M. (Klopp) Rhoads. He worked for Diamond Brothers Furniture, Reading; Quaker Maid; and last worked for RTC, Perry Twp. Ralph was a member of Loyal Order of Moose #523, Hamburg; Behler-Hein Post #637 American Legion, Hamburg; Hamburg Lions Club; Hamburg Game Association; and the Shoemakersville, Hamburg and Shartlesville Fire Companies. He enjoyed traveling and going on bus trips.

Ralph is survived by his siblings: Merle L. Rhoads, Wernersville; Arlan K. Rhoads, husband of Michele, Exeter; Stanley R. Rhoads, Centerport; Verna J. Miller, wife of Francis, Hamburg; Phyllis L. Miller, wife of Jerry, Canada; Evelyn M. Ulrich, Temple; and Linda E. Stewart, wife of Charles, Tilden Twp. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ralph was predeceased by a sister, Thelma L. Daub.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 10:00 am from Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., 223 Peach Street, Leesport. Burial will follow in Huff's Church Cemetery, Alburtis. A visitation with the family will be held on Saturday 9:00 to 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to ALS Association, 321 Norristown Road, Suite 260, Ambler, PA 19002. For online condolences, please visit, www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.