Ralph Manuel Kranz

Ralph Manuel Kranz - 86 of Redlands, CA, wonderful father and grandfather went to be with our Lord and Savior on October 14, 2013 in Redlands, CA. Ralph was born April 4, 1927 in Mayetta, Kansas. Ralph retired from Lockheed Martin as a Base Manager after 36 years of service. Ralph served in the US Navy from 1944 to 1946 with an Honorable Discharge. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and working in his wood shop. He was loved by many family and friends and will truly be missed. He is survived by his daughter Shirley Ann Kranz-Clifford and son-in-law, Robert Keali'i Clifford of Ewa Beach, HI; his son Mikeal Jon Kranz of Redlands, CA, nine grandchildren, brothers Frances Edward (Johnny) Kranz, James Warkentin and other various family members. A memorial service will be held on Friday at 1:00 pm on October 18, 2013 at Emmerson-Bartlett Memorial Chapels. 703 Brookside Ave, Redlands, CA 92374. In lieu of flowers you may donate to Boys Town in his honor.