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After your loved one passes away, you have so many contractual details to deal with, like home, finances, burial and funeral arrangements, the last thing you want to think about is placing an obituary in your local paper, but doing so is very important. A published obituary can be used in many cases with insurance companies and creditors to help prove the official death of a loved one, as well as letting all of your neighbors, friends and loved ones know of the passing in an efficient manner.

Although this may seem like an insurmountable task, The Mountain-Ear can help. We have a simple form to help you get started. We can put it all together into a story format for you. The cost to place an obituary is $25. That includes a photo and 750 words. Need an extended obituary? No problem. We can do that too. We can help make the process as simple as possible, for you and your family. To get your forms, more information and to see examples of published obituaries, please email publisher@themountainear.com.

Ralph Forbes: 2/23/1972 to 3/22/2022Free Access


 

Ralph Forbes was born in Wichita, Kansas, to Robert and Paulette “Poppy” Forbes. 

 

Ralph had lived in Nederland, Colorado, Telluride, Colorado, Salt Lake City, Utah, Superior, Colorado, and was currently living in Louisville, Colorado. 

 

He had a degree in the culinary arts and was employed at Whole Foods. He had held many chef positions in the past including being the head chef at Smokies at The Canyons.

 

Ralph loved many things, such as skiing, biking, reading, watching movies, going to hot springs, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. 

 

A story that embodies Ralph is when he and his son, Hayden, went on a road trip to Palisade, Colorado, to meet his daughter and Kim. He and Hayden turned what was supposed to be a three hour drive into a two-day-long road trip. They stopped at lots of different restaurants and attractions along the way: such as an arcade in Black Hawk. Ralph was bummed that it did not have any of his favorite games, such as Galaga and Donkey Kong, that he and Hayden loved to play. After arriving in Palisade, everyone walked around town looking at cool stores and eating pastries. Then, they played frisbee golf and Ralph helped teach Lena how to drive. At the end of the trip, driving back with Kim and Lena on a regular six hour road trip, Hayden missed his dad’s road trip.

 

Lena says, “If you knew Ralph, and took the time to read Hayden’s memory about him, you will see that he sought joy in his life. He took the fun route, always, and made everything exciting for those around him. This adventurous, kind, happy spirit will be very missed.”

 

Rob Valentine remembers, “Ralph was a free spirit, never stressed about anything. He had an enthusiastic sense for adventure for as long as I knew him.  There are many reasons that I admired Ralph. Like how he always lived in the present moment, never worried about what people think, never judgmental of others, Showed compassion and generosity to everyone.  He always told you how it is and always gave his true opinion. I think the world can use more people like Ralph. Rest in peace brother you will be missed.”

 

James Angel recalls, “My friendship with Ralph began in high school and the connection grew stronger when we worked at the Boys and Girls  Club. Ralph was one of my friends that set forth adventures with me to Alaska in our mid 20’s. He was a fun loving guy that will be missed.”

 

Barbara Hardt remembers,  “Ralph was a very kind soul. He had a giant heart and focused on living each day, for that day. He loved his kids more than anything. His infectious smile will be greatly missed.”

 

Ralph is survived by his daughter Lena Forbes; his son Hayden Forbes; and his sister Beth Forbes (Chris Ehret). He is preceded in death by his grandmother Rose Orth. 

 

A memorial was held in Superior, Colorado. 

 

If you’d like to make a contribution in remembrance of Ralph, please consider donating to Ignite Adaptive Sports. Ignite is a nonprofit organization that offers adaptive skiing opportunities at Eldora Mountain Resort (Ralph’s home mountain). Check out their info at igniteadaptivesports.org/donate/