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Ralph Carl Brotzki, 87, residing in Sandusky, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, March 17, 2019 at Stein Hospice Care Center after a very brief illness.
Ralph was born on December 11, 1931 in Sandusky, OH to the late Frank Anthony and Lucy (Lucius) Brotzki.
Ralph was a 1949 graduate from St. Mary's High School. He was a Veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Pfanner's Dry Cleaning in 1995 after 40 years of service. Ralph was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and a lifetime member of the Sandusky VFW. He was an avid gardener and handyman, always helping his family with building projects and such. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Ralph is survived by his daughters, Gina Brotzki and Kathleen Brotzki both of Sandusky; son, Ben (Jennifer) Brotzki of Saint Joseph, MI; grandchildren, Matt, Megan, Marcus and Abigail; great-grandchildren, Landon, Lilly, Spencer, Sophia, Aubrey, Mia and Autumn; sister, Lucy Braun of Sandusky and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
In addition to his parents, Ralph is preceded in death by his wife of over 60 years, Rita (Maguire) Brotzki in 2015; sons, Ralph Joseph, David and Frank C. Brotzki and brothers, Franklin J., Bernard and L. John Brotzki.
Friends may call on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1607 E Perkins Ave, Sandusky. A Memorial Mass will be on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at 10:00 am at Holy Angels Catholic Church, 428 Tiffin Ave., Sandusky. Father Matt Frisbee will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Sandusky.
The family suggests, in lieu of flowers, those wishing to contribute to Ralph's memory may do so to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870 or to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 429 Central Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870.
Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.
