Ralph Earl Olney

Milton – Ralph Earl Olney, 93, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on March 12^th, 2023.

Ralph worked as a boat mechanic, school bus driver and was a Korean War Veteran. Ralph had a full and rewarding life. He loved airplanes, boats and especially ‘criss craft’. He loved wood working and working with his hands, crafting chairs and birdhouses.

He is survived by his wife Greta of 71 years, son; Ralph (Carol) Olney of North Carolina, daughters; Wanda Marvin and Robin Simpson, brother; Clifford (Beverly) Olney of Watertown, New York; many beloved grandchildren; Greta Jane (Matt), Melanie (Adam), Vikki (Tom), Sierra (Sam), Erica (Gary), Randall (Ulianna), Amber (Raynard), Chantel (Andy), many nieces and nephews and had many great and great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters; Doris Palmer, Dorothy Lawrence and Isabelle, brother; Donald Olney and infant son Dexter James Olney.

Thank you to the special nurses at the Franklin County Home Health Agency.

A private burial will take place later this Spring.