Ralph Wesley Kearney
Apr 24, 1946 - May 21st, 2022- Birth Date: Apr 24, 1946
- Death Date: May 21, 2022
- Funeral Date: Jun 3, 2022, 1:00 pm
- Location: Christ The King Catholic Church, Little Rock, Arkansas
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Biography: Ralph Wesley Kearney 76, of Maumelle passed away on May 21, 2022. He was born in New Brighton, PA to James Woeful Kearney and Pearl Eiler Kearney. He moved his family to Maumelle Newtown in 1981 and has called Arkansas his home ever since.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Leslie, his children Ben Kearney and Megan Kearney Ludvinsky (Kevin), his two beloved grandchildren, Luella and Oliver, brother James Kearney (Betty), sisters-in-law Kathi Anderson and Sheila Anderson, six nieces and nephews and their precious families.
Ralph was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. He graduated from Beaver HS where he excelled in academics and football. He received a BS in Biology from Indiana University of PA and used his science degree to pursue a career in Water and Waste Management. In 1995 he founded his company Klar Water Inc. to provide clean water and personal service to cities and municipalities in Arkansas.
Service was important to Ralph. He loved and served his country and his community. He served his country in the US Army as a medic during the Vietnam War era. He served his community as an active member of Maumelle Water Management for twelve years, three of which he served as Water Commissioner.
We will remember Ralph for his kindness, his honesty, and his infectious humor. His last wish was that Jesus would watch over our country and his family for generations to come.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church in Little Rock on Friday June 3, 2022, at 1:00 pm. As per Ralph’s request, family and friends are invited and encouraged to celebrate his life at the home he loved in Maumelle, 35 Club Manor Drive, Maumelle, AR 72113. Please join us there, anytime between 2pm - 6pm following the service.
"Village" that helped raise my son, Dylan. Ralph was a positive guiding light for anyone who needed him. I know he was a positive influence on Dylan. My thoughts are with you all and your family in this time of sadness.
Will be in my prayers . Your husband must of been a wonderful man he will be miss by many .