Birth Date: 12/11/1940
Passed Away: 11/13/2013
Ralph Edward Gump, Sr., 72, of Metz, WV, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at his residence. He was born December 11, 1940 in Metz, WV, son of the late James Victor Gump and Olive Price Gump.
Ralph is survived by 3 daughters, Debbie Snider and husband Mark, Kimberly Gump and Kenny Anderson, and Tammy Gump and Scott Booth; a son, Ralph "Buck" Gump Jr. and wife Kathy; his loving companion, Sandy Thomas; grandchildren, Elisha Sine, Brittany Hickman, Taylor and Madison Mercer, Rachel Smith, Ryan Manley and Kayla Manley; great-grandchildren, Cody and Landon Sine and Darin and Derek Smith. Also surviving are 3 sisters, Joretta Snyder, Midge Horner and Mary Stout, and 5 brothers, Floyd, Rob, Raymond, Paul and Bill Gump.
In addition to his parents, Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Deloris Jean Jenkins Gump; 2 brothers, Jackie Gump, who died in infancy, and James Victor Gump II; 2 sisters, Opal Welch and Nina Gump.
Ralph was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather who always had a smile on his face and he always made you laugh. He loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and riding his side-by-side and enjoyed watching NASCAR and dirt-track racing. Ralph had worked at Industrial Resources, Chisler Brothers Drilling and Wilson and Wilson. He was a member of the Mannington Moose Lodge # 388.
Per the request of the family, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home.
Family and Friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main St., Mannington, WV on Friday, November 15, 2013 from 2 - 9:00 p.m. and also on Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with funeral services beginning at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Bill Coon officiating. Burial will follow at the Arnett Cemetery on Campbell's Run.
-Memorial Notes from Master's Funeral Home, Mannington, WV
Debbie Gump Snider-
Today has been the hardest day of my life..losing my dad is like a nightmare that I can't wake up from.i will always cherish out times together and that big smile he always had.I love you so much dad and please tell momma I love her and we will all be together someday!
Marsha Hinerman Delaney-
Word's can not Express how Sad and Heavy my Heart is tonight at the Loss of a Great man Ralph Gump, I have known him since I was a little tot and grown up with his children, A Nicer man does not exist!!!! Thinking and praying for Debbie Gump Snider, Buck Gump, Tammy L Gump, Kim Gump and your families!!!!!!!!!!May you Cherish the Great Memories and know you all we're his greatest Achievement!!!!! I Love You All!!!!!
Taylor Kaitlyn Mercer-
Wow this has been the longest day of my life I just keep thinking that as we are all gathered in uncle buckys living room he is going to walk in the room with that warming ear to war smile and sing me "going up the holler to catch a groind hog" like he always did. This is not goodbye forever pappy justt see you for now and we will meet up again someday I'm just happy you get to be woth your true love again give grandma gump a kiss and hug for me amd tell her I will meet her someday Rest Easy pappy ralph — with Debbie Gump Snider and 6 others.
Sheryl Klages-
Debbie Kimberly Tammy and bucky . What can I say other than my heart is breaking for you guys. I have so many memories of your Family growing up in such a great community we was all family. Your dad was a great guy and a wonderful father to not only You guys but all the other kids that came and went in your house. Even when he was laying in the floor. You lost a great dad a wonderful friend provider and an awesome grandpa today. But he's now loving mom can you imagine that reunion. So when you miss your dad think of your moms smile while she was waiting on him. I love you guys always. ♥♥♥
Leslie M Batson-
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Joyce Seliga Bissett-
So sorry about ur loss.
Leann Hostuttler-tustin-
Debbie & family,
Im so very sorry for the loss! My deepest sympathy goes out to each and everyone. He was a great man always made people laugh. I will never forget his sense od humor. He will b gone but not forgotten. As u said debbie hes with ur mom. And now u have more guardian angel s watching over u. My heart is achkin ing, my thoughts and prayers to u all. Im so very!!
I love you
Debbie Gump Snider-
I never thought when I talked to my dad last night that it would be the last time I will ever talk to him or tell him I love him. My dad passed away in his sleep lastnigt.he was a great man and was always smiling.he is with my momma now and god gained another great man.i love you dad and give momma a kiss RIP dad until we meet again!
Josie Clark Dixon-
Debbie and Kim, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. When my dad past away, the grief was almost unbearable. My heart goes out to both of you and your family.
Dee Wycoff-
Buddy and I are so sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Debbie Gump Snider-
Day13- Im so thankful to God for giving me all the years with my dad.God truly blessed me with a wonderful Father and Mother.I miss them both more than words can say but,knowing they are together again makes it a little easier.Until we are together again!
Sharon Ross shared a link.-
Saw this this morning and it made me think of you Love you-
Carrie Underwood - See You Again
Elisha Sine-
November 13
Today is a bitter sweet day! We got news that my pap Gump passed away this morning. I say bitter sweet because it's sweet that he was reunited with his true love again my grandma Gump , but bitter cause we lost a great man. He referred to me as his pookie and I am grateful for everyday that I enjoyed with him. If you ever met him you know how great of a man he was and could make anyone laugh. Please pray for us as our heart aches and for our young ones that are having trouble understanding it. God give us strength . RIP Pappy Gump you will be missed everyday! This a picture I took last year of him and he always wore that smile that made you smile.
Taylor Kaitlyn Mercer-
November 13
3 am my family got horrible news. R.I.P ole pappy we love you and we will meet again someday. You were a wonderful man and you will be truly missed love you pappy
Jessica Gump-
November 13
So sorry to hear about Uncle Ralph he will be greatly missed sending prayers —
Buck Gump-
November 13
The hardest thing I've ever done today made my Dads funeral arrangements today very sad day for my family and I —
Buck Gump-
November 14
Next two days are going to be the hardest of my life I'm so glad I will have my sisters by my side I love you guys —
Robin Wega-
November 15
It was a very sad day today went to the funeral home to see my uncle but it was good to see the family-
Buck Gump-
November 16
My dad is right where he belongs now beside mom I love you both till we meet again rest easy now —
Buck Gump-
November 16
I want thank everyone for support thoughts and prayers over the last three days especially my family —
Buck Gump
November 17
Such a funny man I love you dad
Debbie Gump Snider
November 16
My dad is with my mom after 20yrs apart......I'm sure it was a wonderful reunion and a very joyful day......Bill Coon gave a beautiful service and the out pouring of Love,caring words and being with friends and family.Always remember we are never promised tomorrow so Hug those near and dear and never forget to say I LOVE YOU!
Debbie Gump Snider-
I am sitting hear thinking about my dad and remembering last Saturday night at this time we were all together at my sister Tams house laughing,eating,watch TV and just having the best time together with my dad and now 1 week later my dad is gone and I am just wanting my phone to ring and it be my dad.....we talked everyday and I cant imagine never hearing my dads voice again or giving him hugs.I just wish I could have one more day.......But that would never be enough
Debbie Gump Snider-
As most of you know my dad died Wednesday in his sleep.He had not been feeling good for about a few weeks but nothing that was keeping him down......My dad was a fun,loving and caring man who enjoyed everyday to the fullest.
He was a simple man who didn't need money or fancy things to make him happy and always had a smile.....He made an imprecision on everyone he met.
I am so thankful that I told him I loved him the night he died and so blessed that we didn't have to see our dad suffer.
Just always remember to always say I love you and never stay mad because tomorrow may never come and you will never get the chance. I'm so blessed to have a wonderful family and friends and I Love You All!
Passed Away: 11/13/2013
Ralph Edward Gump, Sr., 72, of Metz, WV, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at his residence. He was born December 11, 1940 in Metz, WV, son of the late James Victor Gump and Olive Price Gump.
Ralph is survived by 3 daughters, Debbie Snider and husband Mark, Kimberly Gump and Kenny Anderson, and Tammy Gump and Scott Booth; a son, Ralph "Buck" Gump Jr. and wife Kathy; his loving companion, Sandy Thomas; grandchildren, Elisha Sine, Brittany Hickman, Taylor and Madison Mercer, Rachel Smith, Ryan Manley and Kayla Manley; great-grandchildren, Cody and Landon Sine and Darin and Derek Smith. Also surviving are 3 sisters, Joretta Snyder, Midge Horner and Mary Stout, and 5 brothers, Floyd, Rob, Raymond, Paul and Bill Gump.
In addition to his parents, Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Deloris Jean Jenkins Gump; 2 brothers, Jackie Gump, who died in infancy, and James Victor Gump II; 2 sisters, Opal Welch and Nina Gump.
Ralph was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather who always had a smile on his face and he always made you laugh. He loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and riding his side-by-side and enjoyed watching NASCAR and dirt-track racing. Ralph had worked at Industrial Resources, Chisler Brothers Drilling and Wilson and Wilson. He was a member of the Mannington Moose Lodge # 388.
Per the request of the family, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home.
Family and Friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main St., Mannington, WV on Friday, November 15, 2013 from 2 - 9:00 p.m. and also on Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with funeral services beginning at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Bill Coon officiating. Burial will follow at the Arnett Cemetery on Campbell's Run.
-Memorial Notes from Master's Funeral Home, Mannington, WV
Debbie Gump Snider-
Today has been the hardest day of my life..losing my dad is like a nightmare that I can't wake up from.i will always cherish out times together and that big smile he always had.I love you so much dad and please tell momma I love her and we will all be together someday!
Marsha Hinerman Delaney-
Word's can not Express how Sad and Heavy my Heart is tonight at the Loss of a Great man Ralph Gump, I have known him since I was a little tot and grown up with his children, A Nicer man does not exist!!!! Thinking and praying for Debbie Gump Snider, Buck Gump, Tammy L Gump, Kim Gump and your families!!!!!!!!!!May you Cherish the Great Memories and know you all we're his greatest Achievement!!!!! I Love You All!!!!!
Taylor Kaitlyn Mercer-
Wow this has been the longest day of my life I just keep thinking that as we are all gathered in uncle buckys living room he is going to walk in the room with that warming ear to war smile and sing me "going up the holler to catch a groind hog" like he always did. This is not goodbye forever pappy justt see you for now and we will meet up again someday I'm just happy you get to be woth your true love again give grandma gump a kiss and hug for me amd tell her I will meet her someday Rest Easy pappy ralph — with Debbie Gump Snider and 6 others.
Sheryl Klages-
Debbie Kimberly Tammy and bucky . What can I say other than my heart is breaking for you guys. I have so many memories of your Family growing up in such a great community we was all family. Your dad was a great guy and a wonderful father to not only You guys but all the other kids that came and went in your house. Even when he was laying in the floor. You lost a great dad a wonderful friend provider and an awesome grandpa today. But he's now loving mom can you imagine that reunion. So when you miss your dad think of your moms smile while she was waiting on him. I love you guys always. ♥♥♥
Leslie M Batson-
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Joyce Seliga Bissett-
So sorry about ur loss.
Leann Hostuttler-tustin-
Debbie & family,
Im so very sorry for the loss! My deepest sympathy goes out to each and everyone. He was a great man always made people laugh. I will never forget his sense od humor. He will b gone but not forgotten. As u said debbie hes with ur mom. And now u have more guardian angel s watching over u. My heart is achkin ing, my thoughts and prayers to u all. Im so very!!
I love you
Debbie Gump Snider-
I never thought when I talked to my dad last night that it would be the last time I will ever talk to him or tell him I love him. My dad passed away in his sleep lastnigt.he was a great man and was always smiling.he is with my momma now and god gained another great man.i love you dad and give momma a kiss RIP dad until we meet again!
Josie Clark Dixon-
Debbie and Kim, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. When my dad past away, the grief was almost unbearable. My heart goes out to both of you and your family.
Dee Wycoff-
Buddy and I are so sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Debbie Gump Snider-
Day13- Im so thankful to God for giving me all the years with my dad.God truly blessed me with a wonderful Father and Mother.I miss them both more than words can say but,knowing they are together again makes it a little easier.Until we are together again!
Sharon Ross shared a link.-
Saw this this morning and it made me think of you Love you-
Carrie Underwood - See You Again
Elisha Sine-
November 13
Today is a bitter sweet day! We got news that my pap Gump passed away this morning. I say bitter sweet because it's sweet that he was reunited with his true love again my grandma Gump , but bitter cause we lost a great man. He referred to me as his pookie and I am grateful for everyday that I enjoyed with him. If you ever met him you know how great of a man he was and could make anyone laugh. Please pray for us as our heart aches and for our young ones that are having trouble understanding it. God give us strength . RIP Pappy Gump you will be missed everyday! This a picture I took last year of him and he always wore that smile that made you smile.
Taylor Kaitlyn Mercer-
November 13
3 am my family got horrible news. R.I.P ole pappy we love you and we will meet again someday. You were a wonderful man and you will be truly missed love you pappy
Jessica Gump-
November 13
So sorry to hear about Uncle Ralph he will be greatly missed sending prayers —
Buck Gump-
November 13
The hardest thing I've ever done today made my Dads funeral arrangements today very sad day for my family and I —
Buck Gump-
November 14
Next two days are going to be the hardest of my life I'm so glad I will have my sisters by my side I love you guys —
Robin Wega-
November 15
It was a very sad day today went to the funeral home to see my uncle but it was good to see the family-
Buck Gump-
November 16
My dad is right where he belongs now beside mom I love you both till we meet again rest easy now —
Buck Gump-
November 16
I want thank everyone for support thoughts and prayers over the last three days especially my family —
Buck Gump
November 17
Such a funny man I love you dad
Debbie Gump Snider
November 16
My dad is with my mom after 20yrs apart......I'm sure it was a wonderful reunion and a very joyful day......Bill Coon gave a beautiful service and the out pouring of Love,caring words and being with friends and family.Always remember we are never promised tomorrow so Hug those near and dear and never forget to say I LOVE YOU!
Debbie Gump Snider-
I am sitting hear thinking about my dad and remembering last Saturday night at this time we were all together at my sister Tams house laughing,eating,watch TV and just having the best time together with my dad and now 1 week later my dad is gone and I am just wanting my phone to ring and it be my dad.....we talked everyday and I cant imagine never hearing my dads voice again or giving him hugs.I just wish I could have one more day.......But that would never be enough
Debbie Gump Snider-
As most of you know my dad died Wednesday in his sleep.He had not been feeling good for about a few weeks but nothing that was keeping him down......My dad was a fun,loving and caring man who enjoyed everyday to the fullest.
He was a simple man who didn't need money or fancy things to make him happy and always had a smile.....He made an imprecision on everyone he met.
I am so thankful that I told him I loved him the night he died and so blessed that we didn't have to see our dad suffer.
Just always remember to always say I love you and never stay mad because tomorrow may never come and you will never get the chance. I'm so blessed to have a wonderful family and friends and I Love You All!
Birth Date: 12/11/1940
Passed Away: 11/13/2013
Ralph Edward Gump, Sr., 72, of Metz, WV, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at his residence. He was born December 11, 1940 in Metz, WV, son of the late James Victor Gump and Olive Price Gump.
Ralph is survived by 3 daughters, Debbie Snider and husband Mark, Kimberly Gump and Kenny Anderson, and Tammy Gump and Scott Booth; a son, Ralph "Buck" Gump Jr. and wife Kathy; his loving companion, Sandy Thomas; grandchildren, Elisha Sine, Brittany Hickman, Taylor and Madison Mercer, Rachel Smith, Ryan Manley and Kayla Manley; great-grandchildren, Cody and Landon Sine and Darin and Derek Smith. Also surviving are 3 sisters, Joretta Snyder, Midge Horner and Mary Stout, and 5 brothers, Floyd, Rob, Raymond, Paul and Bill Gump.
In addition to his parents, Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Deloris Jean Jenkins Gump; 2 brothers, Jackie Gump, who died in infancy, and James Victor Gump II; 2 sisters, Opal Welch and Nina Gump.
Ralph was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather who always had a smile on his face and he always made you laugh. He loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and riding his side-by-side and enjoyed watching NASCAR and dirt-track racing. Ralph had worked at Industrial Resources, Chisler Brothers Drilling and Wilson and Wilson. He was a member of the Mannington Moose Lodge # 388.
Per the request of the family, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home.
Family and Friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main St., Mannington, WV on Friday, November 15, 2013 from 2 - 9:00 p.m. and also on Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with funeral services beginning at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Bill Coon officiating. Burial will follow at the Arnett Cemetery on Campbell's Run.
-Memorial Notes from Master's Funeral Home, Mannington, WV
Debbie Gump Snider-
Today has been the hardest day of my life..losing my dad is like a nightmare that I can't wake up from.i will always cherish out times together and that big smile he always had.I love you so much dad and please tell momma I love her and we will all be together someday!
Marsha Hinerman Delaney-
Word's can not Express how Sad and Heavy my Heart is tonight at the Loss of a Great man Ralph Gump, I have known him since I was a little tot and grown up with his children, A Nicer man does not exist!!!! Thinking and praying for Debbie Gump Snider, Buck Gump, Tammy L Gump, Kim Gump and your families!!!!!!!!!!May you Cherish the Great Memories and know you all we're his greatest Achievement!!!!! I Love You All!!!!!
Taylor Kaitlyn Mercer-
Wow this has been the longest day of my life I just keep thinking that as we are all gathered in uncle buckys living room he is going to walk in the room with that warming ear to war smile and sing me "going up the holler to catch a groind hog" like he always did. This is not goodbye forever pappy justt see you for now and we will meet up again someday I'm just happy you get to be woth your true love again give grandma gump a kiss and hug for me amd tell her I will meet her someday Rest Easy pappy ralph — with Debbie Gump Snider and 6 others.
Sheryl Klages-
Debbie Kimberly Tammy and bucky . What can I say other than my heart is breaking for you guys. I have so many memories of your Family growing up in such a great community we was all family. Your dad was a great guy and a wonderful father to not only You guys but all the other kids that came and went in your house. Even when he was laying in the floor. You lost a great dad a wonderful friend provider and an awesome grandpa today. But he's now loving mom can you imagine that reunion. So when you miss your dad think of your moms smile while she was waiting on him. I love you guys always. ♥♥♥
Leslie M Batson-
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Joyce Seliga Bissett-
So sorry about ur loss.
Leann Hostuttler-tustin-
Debbie & family,
Im so very sorry for the loss! My deepest sympathy goes out to each and everyone. He was a great man always made people laugh. I will never forget his sense od humor. He will b gone but not forgotten. As u said debbie hes with ur mom. And now u have more guardian angel s watching over u. My heart is achkin ing, my thoughts and prayers to u all. Im so very!!
I love you
Debbie Gump Snider-
I never thought when I talked to my dad last night that it would be the last time I will ever talk to him or tell him I love him. My dad passed away in his sleep lastnigt.he was a great man and was always smiling.he is with my momma now and god gained another great man.i love you dad and give momma a kiss RIP dad until we meet again!
Josie Clark Dixon-
Debbie and Kim, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. When my dad past away, the grief was almost unbearable. My heart goes out to both of you and your family.
Dee Wycoff-
Buddy and I are so sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Debbie Gump Snider-
Day13- Im so thankful to God for giving me all the years with my dad.God truly blessed me with a wonderful Father and Mother.I miss them both more than words can say but,knowing they are together again makes it a little easier.Until we are together again!
Sharon Ross shared a link.-
Saw this this morning and it made me think of you Love you-
Carrie Underwood - See You Again
Elisha Sine-
November 13
Today is a bitter sweet day! We got news that my pap Gump passed away this morning. I say bitter sweet because it's sweet that he was reunited with his true love again my grandma Gump , but bitter cause we lost a great man. He referred to me as his pookie and I am grateful for everyday that I enjoyed with him. If you ever met him you know how great of a man he was and could make anyone laugh. Please pray for us as our heart aches and for our young ones that are having trouble understanding it. God give us strength . RIP Pappy Gump you will be missed everyday! This a picture I took last year of him and he always wore that smile that made you smile.
Taylor Kaitlyn Mercer-
November 13
3 am my family got horrible news. R.I.P ole pappy we love you and we will meet again someday. You were a wonderful man and you will be truly missed love you pappy
Jessica Gump-
November 13
So sorry to hear about Uncle Ralph he will be greatly missed sending prayers —
Buck Gump-
November 13
The hardest thing I've ever done today made my Dads funeral arrangements today very sad day for my family and I —
Buck Gump-
November 14
Next two days are going to be the hardest of my life I'm so glad I will have my sisters by my side I love you guys —
Robin Wega-
November 15
It was a very sad day today went to the funeral home to see my uncle but it was good to see the family-
Buck Gump-
November 16
My dad is right where he belongs now beside mom I love you both till we meet again rest easy now —
Buck Gump-
November 16
I want thank everyone for support thoughts and prayers over the last three days especially my family —
Buck Gump
November 17
Such a funny man I love you dad
Debbie Gump Snider
November 16
My dad is with my mom after 20yrs apart......I'm sure it was a wonderful reunion and a very joyful day......Bill Coon gave a beautiful service and the out pouring of Love,caring words and being with friends and family.Always remember we are never promised tomorrow so Hug those near and dear and never forget to say I LOVE YOU!
Debbie Gump Snider-
I am sitting hear thinking about my dad and remembering last Saturday night at this time we were all together at my sister Tams house laughing,eating,watch TV and just having the best time together with my dad and now 1 week later my dad is gone and I am just wanting my phone to ring and it be my dad.....we talked everyday and I cant imagine never hearing my dads voice again or giving him hugs.I just wish I could have one more day.......But that would never be enough
Debbie Gump Snider-
As most of you know my dad died Wednesday in his sleep.He had not been feeling good for about a few weeks but nothing that was keeping him down......My dad was a fun,loving and caring man who enjoyed everyday to the fullest.
He was a simple man who didn't need money or fancy things to make him happy and always had a smile.....He made an imprecision on everyone he met.
I am so thankful that I told him I loved him the night he died and so blessed that we didn't have to see our dad suffer.
Just always remember to always say I love you and never stay mad because tomorrow may never come and you will never get the chance. I'm so blessed to have a wonderful family and friends and I Love You All!
Passed Away: 11/13/2013
Ralph Edward Gump, Sr., 72, of Metz, WV, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at his residence. He was born December 11, 1940 in Metz, WV, son of the late James Victor Gump and Olive Price Gump.
Ralph is survived by 3 daughters, Debbie Snider and husband Mark, Kimberly Gump and Kenny Anderson, and Tammy Gump and Scott Booth; a son, Ralph "Buck" Gump Jr. and wife Kathy; his loving companion, Sandy Thomas; grandchildren, Elisha Sine, Brittany Hickman, Taylor and Madison Mercer, Rachel Smith, Ryan Manley and Kayla Manley; great-grandchildren, Cody and Landon Sine and Darin and Derek Smith. Also surviving are 3 sisters, Joretta Snyder, Midge Horner and Mary Stout, and 5 brothers, Floyd, Rob, Raymond, Paul and Bill Gump.
In addition to his parents, Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Deloris Jean Jenkins Gump; 2 brothers, Jackie Gump, who died in infancy, and James Victor Gump II; 2 sisters, Opal Welch and Nina Gump.
Ralph was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather who always had a smile on his face and he always made you laugh. He loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and riding his side-by-side and enjoyed watching NASCAR and dirt-track racing. Ralph had worked at Industrial Resources, Chisler Brothers Drilling and Wilson and Wilson. He was a member of the Mannington Moose Lodge # 388.
Per the request of the family, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home.
Family and Friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main St., Mannington, WV on Friday, November 15, 2013 from 2 - 9:00 p.m. and also on Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with funeral services beginning at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Bill Coon officiating. Burial will follow at the Arnett Cemetery on Campbell's Run.
-Memorial Notes from Master's Funeral Home, Mannington, WV
Debbie Gump Snider-
Today has been the hardest day of my life..losing my dad is like a nightmare that I can't wake up from.i will always cherish out times together and that big smile he always had.I love you so much dad and please tell momma I love her and we will all be together someday!
Marsha Hinerman Delaney-
Word's can not Express how Sad and Heavy my Heart is tonight at the Loss of a Great man Ralph Gump, I have known him since I was a little tot and grown up with his children, A Nicer man does not exist!!!! Thinking and praying for Debbie Gump Snider, Buck Gump, Tammy L Gump, Kim Gump and your families!!!!!!!!!!May you Cherish the Great Memories and know you all we're his greatest Achievement!!!!! I Love You All!!!!!
Taylor Kaitlyn Mercer-
Wow this has been the longest day of my life I just keep thinking that as we are all gathered in uncle buckys living room he is going to walk in the room with that warming ear to war smile and sing me "going up the holler to catch a groind hog" like he always did. This is not goodbye forever pappy justt see you for now and we will meet up again someday I'm just happy you get to be woth your true love again give grandma gump a kiss and hug for me amd tell her I will meet her someday Rest Easy pappy ralph — with Debbie Gump Snider and 6 others.
Sheryl Klages-
Debbie Kimberly Tammy and bucky . What can I say other than my heart is breaking for you guys. I have so many memories of your Family growing up in such a great community we was all family. Your dad was a great guy and a wonderful father to not only You guys but all the other kids that came and went in your house. Even when he was laying in the floor. You lost a great dad a wonderful friend provider and an awesome grandpa today. But he's now loving mom can you imagine that reunion. So when you miss your dad think of your moms smile while she was waiting on him. I love you guys always. ♥♥♥
Leslie M Batson-
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Joyce Seliga Bissett-
So sorry about ur loss.
Leann Hostuttler-tustin-
Debbie & family,
Im so very sorry for the loss! My deepest sympathy goes out to each and everyone. He was a great man always made people laugh. I will never forget his sense od humor. He will b gone but not forgotten. As u said debbie hes with ur mom. And now u have more guardian angel s watching over u. My heart is achkin ing, my thoughts and prayers to u all. Im so very!!
I love you
Debbie Gump Snider-
I never thought when I talked to my dad last night that it would be the last time I will ever talk to him or tell him I love him. My dad passed away in his sleep lastnigt.he was a great man and was always smiling.he is with my momma now and god gained another great man.i love you dad and give momma a kiss RIP dad until we meet again!
Josie Clark Dixon-
Debbie and Kim, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. When my dad past away, the grief was almost unbearable. My heart goes out to both of you and your family.
Dee Wycoff-
Buddy and I are so sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Debbie Gump Snider-
Day13- Im so thankful to God for giving me all the years with my dad.God truly blessed me with a wonderful Father and Mother.I miss them both more than words can say but,knowing they are together again makes it a little easier.Until we are together again!
Sharon Ross shared a link.-
Saw this this morning and it made me think of you Love you-
Carrie Underwood - See You Again
Elisha Sine-
November 13
Today is a bitter sweet day! We got news that my pap Gump passed away this morning. I say bitter sweet because it's sweet that he was reunited with his true love again my grandma Gump , but bitter cause we lost a great man. He referred to me as his pookie and I am grateful for everyday that I enjoyed with him. If you ever met him you know how great of a man he was and could make anyone laugh. Please pray for us as our heart aches and for our young ones that are having trouble understanding it. God give us strength . RIP Pappy Gump you will be missed everyday! This a picture I took last year of him and he always wore that smile that made you smile.
Taylor Kaitlyn Mercer-
November 13
3 am my family got horrible news. R.I.P ole pappy we love you and we will meet again someday. You were a wonderful man and you will be truly missed love you pappy
Jessica Gump-
November 13
So sorry to hear about Uncle Ralph he will be greatly missed sending prayers —
Buck Gump-
November 13
The hardest thing I've ever done today made my Dads funeral arrangements today very sad day for my family and I —
Buck Gump-
November 14
Next two days are going to be the hardest of my life I'm so glad I will have my sisters by my side I love you guys —
Robin Wega-
November 15
It was a very sad day today went to the funeral home to see my uncle but it was good to see the family-
Buck Gump-
November 16
My dad is right where he belongs now beside mom I love you both till we meet again rest easy now —
Buck Gump-
November 16
I want thank everyone for support thoughts and prayers over the last three days especially my family —
Buck Gump
November 17
Such a funny man I love you dad
Debbie Gump Snider
November 16
My dad is with my mom after 20yrs apart......I'm sure it was a wonderful reunion and a very joyful day......Bill Coon gave a beautiful service and the out pouring of Love,caring words and being with friends and family.Always remember we are never promised tomorrow so Hug those near and dear and never forget to say I LOVE YOU!
Debbie Gump Snider-
I am sitting hear thinking about my dad and remembering last Saturday night at this time we were all together at my sister Tams house laughing,eating,watch TV and just having the best time together with my dad and now 1 week later my dad is gone and I am just wanting my phone to ring and it be my dad.....we talked everyday and I cant imagine never hearing my dads voice again or giving him hugs.I just wish I could have one more day.......But that would never be enough
Debbie Gump Snider-
As most of you know my dad died Wednesday in his sleep.He had not been feeling good for about a few weeks but nothing that was keeping him down......My dad was a fun,loving and caring man who enjoyed everyday to the fullest.
He was a simple man who didn't need money or fancy things to make him happy and always had a smile.....He made an imprecision on everyone he met.
I am so thankful that I told him I loved him the night he died and so blessed that we didn't have to see our dad suffer.
Just always remember to always say I love you and never stay mad because tomorrow may never come and you will never get the chance. I'm so blessed to have a wonderful family and friends and I Love You All!
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