Ralph Loux

Ralph K. Loux, 82, of Ephrata, formerly of Quakertown, died Thurs. Oct. 27th at Fairmount Homes Retirement Community, Ephrata. He was the husband of Mildred (Herstine) Loux for 58 years. Born in Quakertown, he was the son of the late Ralph H. and Marie (Maugle) Loux. As a young man, he enjoyed hunting and fishing with his father, grandfather, and uncles, and learned to play the accordion and guitar. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War Era and was stationed in Schweinfurt, Germany. He took classes at Philadelphia College of Bible and served as a lay preacher on numerous occasions at local churches and nursing homes. He worked as a dedicated and meticulous bookkeeper for several companies over many years. He was a faithful member of United Mennonite Church, Quakertown, serving in various capacities. After moving to Ephrata, he was a member of Grace and Truth Fellowship, Morgantown. Ralph's life was marked by faith, optimism, perseverance, a gracious spirit, tender heart, and quiet sense of humor. He loved his wife and family. He enjoyed reading, walking, jigsaw puzzles, bluegrass music, teaching Sunday School and Bible studies, singing in the Fairmount chorus, and spending time with family. Surviving with his wife is his daughter, Brenda Loux of Phoenixville. Service will be held 11:00 AM Sat. Nov. 5th at United Christian Fellowship (formerly United Mennonite Church), 180 W. Thatcher Rd., Quakertown. A calling will precede the service from 10:00-11:00 AM. Interment in Flatland Mennonite Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the church and/or Fairmount Homes, 333 Wheat Ridge Drive, Ephrata, PA 17522 (Sharing Fund).