ESPOSITO, Ralph, age 73 of Helena passed away on December 8, 2024. Services are pending at this time and will be announced when they’re complete.
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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Butch Biskupiak says
I worked with Ralph for many years at Carroll College and he was an amazing artist.
Bonni Sprague says
My thoughts and prayers are with the girls and the rest of the family. We will miss you. I know you are no longer in pain and are with dad. Until we meet again.
Gino Dunfee says
Played pickleball with Ralph at the Y. He was always kind and fun. My condolences to his family.
Carol Culham says
My prayers to the family. Ralph was a good man to all.
Cathy says
Such a hard loss to us all. We met Ralph when he started playing pickleball a few years ago and he also joined in some AARP functions, classes at the Y and also some get-togethers after pickleball. We really enjoyed his company and only knew him a few years – but they were quality time and we have a special place in our hearts for our friend, Ralph. We’ll see you again one day, Ralph, and maybe then I can win the square dance argument instead of YOU! Our most sincere condolences to Ralph’s family – he was a special guy!
V&C
John Joyce says
Ralph was my art professor at Carroll College years ago. At the time I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do with my life so I was taking the general course of study and trying out fun electives. I took a drawing class from Ralph and enjoyed it so much that that I later took his painting class and finally his pottery class. Art was all I wanted to do at that point but didn’t see it as a career path. Ralph, however, recognized my talent and really encouraged me to pursue it. He even reached out to Montana State to inquire about transfer logistics and wrote me a letter of recommendation. I needed a nudge in the right direction and Ralph was one of few people who provided that support and encouragement. I now have my own ceramic practice and work in a gallery. And I don’t believe I would be where I am today if it wasn’t for him. Aside from being a good friend, he was very skilled technically. I was always blown away how good he was, no matter the medium. He was a great artist who will be missed, and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Janet Zimmerman says
Condolences to his family… they meant everything to him. Gone too soon. Eight years was not enough, you leave a big hole in my heart. You were the best.
Matt & Mary Kunnary says
My prayers and thoughts are with the Esposito family. I worked with Ralph at Carroll College. He will be greatly missed.
Beth Carrell says
Ralph taught me how to paint and I still practice all of the technical skills that he taught me. He is an incredibly special man. I’m sorry for your loss.
Marilyn Wolff says
My sincere condolences to Ralph’s family. He was so proud of his daughters and two young grandsons. His talent as an artist and teacher were incredible. Ralph’s loss is felt by all who knew him, including me.
Gina says
Ralph was a wonderful, funny friend to all of us who play pickleball and work out at the Y. His “pickle” dance will always bring a smile to me. I feel privileged to have known him. He will be missed by so many.
Gene and Pat Franks says
We fondly remember Ralph’s wonderful sense of humor! He was an extremely talented person. His rare talent and teaching ability was extraordinary! He always told us what his daughter’s were accomplishing. He was so proud of them and loved them dearly. Our deepest sympathy to all Ralph’s loved ones!
Dennis says
Having had the privilege of knowing Ralph for 40 years, his sudden departure is a huge shock. Most recently I helped him with his knee replacement, not aware of how little time he had to spend. Condolences to his family over their tragic loss.
Ted Polette says
Dear Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to you at his most difficult time. I always enjoyed visiting with Ralph at parent/teacher conferences because I had nothing but good things to say about his amazing daughters! 🙂 We were neighbors and I would stop and talk with him often times when he was out for his daily walks. He was so proud of his daughters and loved them so much. He always gave me the updates as to what they were up to! He will be dearly missed.
Where there is sorrow, love plants a garden of memories and may Ralph’s garden bloom vibrantly forever.
Love and prayers to all of you,
Ted Polette
Allison Pettir says
I took care of the three girls at Petes Place as well as at their home. My favorite memory of Ralph is when Leah forgot her pink blanket at “school” and Ralph, knowing she wouldn’t survive the night without it, rode his Harley from Clacy to Helena to get it. The vision of him riding his motorcycle on the highway with a pink blanket flying behind has made me giggle for years!
He really would do anything for his girls! I’m so sorry for your loss.
Allis9n Pettit
Brittany Hogan says
To Ralph’s loved ones,
I met Ralph during my freshman year at Carroll College and I spent countless hours watercolor and acrylic painting in his studio on campus. He told our class once that Art was never complete or finished, and artists can always change or improve their pieces. It sounds so simple, but I’ve held onto what he said since 2003. For me, my human experience in life is the same way. Rest in peace, you will be missed.
Jim Bartruff says
I have been struggling for almost a month to find the right words to say about my “other brother” Ralph. We both started our college teaching careers in 1978 at Carroll College. We started out as colleagues, became friends and shared many happy times together. We also shared a middle name, “Louis.” Outside of classes and rehearsals and studios, we spent time together on the racquetball court, at our homes, in our travels. After Lindy and I left Montana, we stayed in touch with Ralph and although we didn’t see one another as often, whenever we were in the same place, we spent precious time together. We both retired from teaching about the same time and somehow I always thought, we’d have many more great times together. Sadly his illness and passing took that away. As much as I grieve his loss, I know his family feels it even more strongly. He was a great father and always bragged about his kids whenever we were together. His students knew him as the generous, hard-working and talented artist-teacher that he was. The world is a better place for his being in it. His legacy lives in his countless students. friends and especially his girls. Miss you buddy, thanks for being my friend.