Ralph H. Zerbe, Jr., 82, of Centerport, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 13, 2026. He was the husband of Betty J. (Wagner) Zerbe. They were married on December 5, 1964 and celebrated sixty-one years of marriage.
Born in Jefferson Twp., he was the son of the late Ralph H., Sr. and Cora (Balthaser) Zerbe. Ralph was a 1962 graduate of Penn-Bernville High School. He worked for Coca-Cola for forty-four years. Ralph enjoyed hunting and farming.
Surviving in addition to his wife are three daughters: Ruth Zerbe, Centerport; Beth Grady, Lenhartsville; and Leigh Zerbe, Shartlesville; two grandsons: Joshua Dragon and Tony Delinko; and one great-grandson: Elijah Delinko. Ralph is also survived by three brothers: Paul Zerbe, Bernville; Calvin Zerbe, Bernville; and David Zerbe, Upper Bern Twp. He will be missed by his faithful companion Jenny.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday at 10:30 am at Christ Little Tulpehocken Cemetery, 40 Church Road, Bernville, PA 19506. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Steph's Cat Sanctuary, 2832 Irish Creek Road, Mohrsville, PA 19541. Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., Leesport is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit, www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.