Ralph Herbert Enbody

Ralph H. Enbody, age 96, died peacefully in his Ventura, CA home on February 13, 2021.

 Born on July 10, 1924 in Grand Rapids, MI to Henry and Catherine Enbody. Ralph joined the Navy days after graduating High School. He served on the USS Mercury in World War II, where he earned several medals including the Asiatic Pacific, American Area, Victory Medal and Philippine Liberation.

 After the end of the war, Ralph married his wife, Viola, on January 18, 1947.  He was a well driller in Grand Rapids. In 1957 the lure of warm weather and sunshine, brought the family to Southern California. While in Southern California, Ralph created a pool business. And was one of the founding members of Independent Pool Service Association (IPSA). His success in business can be directly attributed to his work ethic, knowledge and his friendly personality. Ralph retired from the pool business in 1987 to pursue his other passion, traveling and RVing.

When not traveling Ralph and his Wife would volunteer at the local Veterans of Foreign War (VFW) and American Legion. He loved to play cards with friends and dancing. Everywhere he went, he would walk and talk to everyone.

Ralph is survived by his wife, Viola, and two sons, Blaine (Wendy) Enbody and Phillip (Virginia) Enbody. He also leaves behind three grandchildren and one great grandchild, Kandace (Joe) Mangold, Chaz (Devin) Fredrickson, Brandon Enbody, and Ronin Mangold.