Robert (Bob) Melvin Ralls, age 52 of Eureka, passed away suddenly on January 1, 2017 in a tragic car accident. My dad died a hero — as he knew he was passing, he told his good friend Darren Pettit to go find help.

Dad was born on August 7, 1964, in Eureka, to Joanne D. Ralls and Robert Logan Ralls.

We will remember my dad as a warrior with an independent spirit who fiercely loved his family!

Dad is survived by his father, Robert Logan Ralls; daughter and son-in-law, Melissa Ralls and Alberto Ortiz; grandchildren Daniel (age 12), Christopher (age 9) and Izabella (age 4) Ortiz; his brother, Kevin House; sister, Jana Byrd; nephews, Adam Byrd and Spencer Byrd; aunt, Sharon Corippo; uncle, Gary Corippo; uncles, Jim Ralls and Dervis Ralls. He was preceded in death by his mother, Joanne D. Ralls. He also leaves behind his best friends, Jim and Linda Carter, who played very important roles in his life.

Robert lived his life to the fullest for his daughter, grandchildren and father as they were his happiness in every way.

The Ralls family would like to thank everyone for their support in this tough matter.

No formal services will be held.

Close friends and family are invited to a celebration of life at Bob’s/ Ralls family place of residence on Saturday, January 7, 2017. For directions please contact family. Please join us in sharing stories about this wonderful man who blessed lives for 52 years!

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