November 6, 2012
November 6, 2012
Just checking in with you ..... I hope you are enjoying your view of Mt. Everest. I put some photos up in the gallery so everyone can see the amazing views too.
This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Ralph James Fuhrman, 81, born on February 10, 1931 and passed away on October 6, 2012. We will remember him forever.
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October 21, 2012
October 21, 2012
I met Ralph and Mary in 2003 when my son was dating ther wonderful grandaughter, Angie. We are blessed to have her now in our family. We are forever grateful to the loving part he played in raising Angie. She is an exquisite woman, wonderful wife, loving mother, and beloved daughter-in-law! Thank you Ralph for loving Angie! We will miss you.
October 14, 2012
October 14, 2012
Ralph was a true friend. He took me under his wing and shared his knowledge of many things, including trolling Mineral Lake with his killer flies. He had so many stories to tell, they always kept me entertained even if I'd heard them before. Ralph we will miss you so much including your singing talents. (Cool Cool Water) Life won't be the same without you. Goodbye Old Friend
October 12, 2012
October 12, 2012
I knew you for such a short time, but you really touched my heart. I will miss you and will remember how you always made me laugh. I so wish we could have gone fishing together like we planned.
October 10, 2012
October 10, 2012
I don't want to say goodbye
But we'll meet again someday
We'll pick up where we left off
Before you went away
But we'll meet again someday
We'll pick up where we left off
Before you went away
October 10, 2012
October 10, 2012
I truly dont think youre gone completely, you're still alive in my heart and you will always have a place there. Thank you for all the amazing memories, you were such an amazing grandpa and i miss and love you so much.
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February 10
February 10
Happy 93!! - For your birthday this year, I am sending some of your ashes to Australia with Aine. Pretty sure you've never been there before. :-)
We all still miss you very much, especially me.
We all still miss you very much, especially me.
October 6, 2023
October 6, 2023
Hi Dad. It's been 11yrs and there are still tears. They say time heals all wounds, we shall see. I Hope the fishing with Mary in heaven is producing some trophy fish that would make the the folks at Mineral Lake jealous.
February 10, 2023
February 10, 2023
Happy 92nd Birthday! Wish we could celebrating like we used to do. I miss your voice, your talks, and your smile.
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Good fishing up here!
Happy 83rd
Seahawk Captain
GO SEAHAWKS!!
Father's Day 2013, our first one without you. :-(
Steve stopped by and dropped off the flowers and balloons. Notice the WORLD"S BEST DAD one. Steve got that especially for you. Hope the fishing is great where you're at. Happy Father's Day, we love and miss you very much!
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Recent stories
Poems I wrote for my Dad and to him
October 20, 2012
I Did Not Leave
Do not stand at my grave and grieve.
I am not there. I did not leave.
I am the sunrise that wakes you with a soft warm glow.
I am the refreshing rainfall that you have come to know.
I am the sunlight that dances on the trees.
I am the sweet and gentle breeze.
I am the eagle and the osprey that soar high above.
I am with you always because of friendship and love.
I am the setting sun at the day’s last light.
I am the twinkling star that catches your eye in the night.
So, do not stand at my grave and grieve.
I am not there. I did not leave.
- Lance Fuhrman 2012
The Last Day
It's only been a few weeks since you had to go and could not stay
But, I will never ever forget that oppressively sad and somber day
We were all gathered and reminiscing about family ties
When you tried to pull a fast one and slip away without our prying eyes
But then, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star played in the hall
Liz sounded the alarm and Steve made sure to gather us all
We came to your bedside to be with you and hold your hand
Silently we waited and watched as you departed for the Promised Land
We were sad to see you go but, took comfort in your long and adventurous life
You will be forever missed by your family and of course Mary your loving wife
Your friends will miss you as a mentor, storyteller, and true comrade
But, the saddest ones, of this I know, will be those that call you Dad
- Lance Fuhrman 2012
Just checking in
Dad, I was just thinking about you again today
Wondering what I could have done to be better along the way
I wish I could let you know how much you really meant to me
Hopefully you already know and that you will forever be in my heart and my memory
Yes, we will re-tell the stories to our children and grandchildren that you have told us
The ones of working on the tug boat, the narrows bridge, the viaduct, and driving a bus
We will reminisce about spending time with you in the car and at the lake hearing you sing
Especially of you belting out Cool Water and leaving our ears with a bit of a ring
We will share stories of how hard you worked throughout your entire life
There will be tales of your travels and adventures and wintering in Arizona with the love of your life
Of course we will talk of how much you liked Thanksgiving and Christmas time each year
How you were happiest when entertaining your friends and family and everyone who was so dear
We will speak of all the fun times and many friends at Mineral Lake, your favorite fishing spot
And how you loved to come back in to shore and say “Look what the Fuhrmantor caught!”
Your children and their children will all chime in and tell stories too
The tales of your strength and wisdom and how much fun it was just spending time with you.
But alas old and young will join in this all too familiar refrain.
Man, I wish he was still here so we could do it all over again.
One final note before I sign off for the night
I will talk to you again tomorrow; I hope that is all right.
- Lance Fuhrman 2012
"I've Been Everywhere"
October 15, 2012
I was totin' my pack along the dusty Winnemucca road, When along came a semi with a high an' canvas-covered load. "If you're goin' to Winnemucca, Mack, with me you can ride." And so I climbed into the cab and then I settled down inside. He asked me if I'd seen a road with so much dust and sand. And I said, "Listen, I've traveled every road in this here land!"
[Chorus:] I've been everywhere, man. I've been everywhere, man. Crossed the desert's bare, man. I've breathed the mountain air, man. Of travel I've had my share, man. I've been everywhere.
I've been to: Reno, Chicago, Fargo, Minnesota, Buffalo, Toronto, Winslow, Sarasota, Wichita, Tulsa, Ottawa, Oklahoma, Tampa, Panama, Mattawa, La Paloma, Bangor, Baltimore, Salvador, Amarillo, Tocapillo, Baranquilla, and Perdilla, I'm a killer.
[Chorus]
I've been to: Boston, Charleston, Dayton, Louisiana, Washington, Houston, Kingston, Texarkana, Monterey, Faraday, Santa Fe, Tallapoosa, Glen Rock, Black Rock, Little Rock, Oskaloosa, Tennessee to Tennesse Chicopee, Spirit Lake, Grand Lake, Devils Lake, Crater Lake, for Pete's sake.
[Chorus]
I've been to: Louisville, Nashville, Knoxville, Ombabika, Schefferville, Jacksonville, Waterville, Costa Rica, Pittsfield, Springfield, Bakersfield, Shreveport, Hackensack, Cadillac, Fond du Lac, Davenport, Idaho, Jellico, Argentina, Diamantina, Pasadena, Catalina, see what I mean-a.
[Chorus]
I've been to: Pittsburgh, Parkersburg, Gravelbourg, Colorado, Ellensburg, Rexburg, Vicksburg, Eldorado, Larimore, Admore, Haverstraw, Chatanika, Chaska, Nebraska, Alaska, Opelika, Baraboo, Waterloo, Kalamazoo, Kansas City, Sioux City, Cedar City, Dodge City, what a pity.
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October 15, 2012
http://youtu.be/3rLK3dfyfUo
This song reminds me of Ralph. When we were young kids and on trips back and forth from Spokane to Tacoma, Ralph would sing "Cool Clear Water". He belted this out with much gusto! We kids were quite embarrassed. Good times remembered! Please click the link above to listen.