Ralph W. Fisel, passed on September 3, 2018. Born in Waukegan, IL, on December 17, 1937 to Roy Fisel and Beth (Preston) Fisel.
Ralph moved to Apache Junction, AZ in 1983. He served in the U.S. Marines, was a Zion, IL police officer for 22 years; woodworker/furniture repairman; karate being a big part of his life. New Century Coatings business endeavor with Tom Rauls, was enjoyed for almost 15 years.
Ralph is survived by his wife of over 26 years, Gail Graham-Fisel; sisters, Sandy Snider and Diane (John) LoCastro; children; Kathleen (Martin) Mendez, Dena Dennen, Charles (Terri) Fisel, Robert (Deb Harvey) Fisel; stepsons, Donald (Sandra) Graham and Timothy (Dawn) Graham; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and service dog Buddy. He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife, Treasa (Saulmon) Fisel.
Private viewings were held and there will be a “Celebration of Life” in November. Any donations and memorials can be given to Banner Neuro Wellness in Gilbert, AZ. A wonderful Parkinson’s organization.
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