Ralph Charles Burkhouse, 79 of Waldorf, MD, and formerly of Charlotte Hall, MD, passed away on July 10, 2014 at Hospice House of Charles County in Waldorf, MD. Ralph, known to his family and friends as “Burk,” was born on January 31, 1935 in Sparrows Point, MD to the late Edward W. Burkhouse, Sr., and the late Catherine Burkhouse. Ralph served in the U.S. Army and enjoyed a full and satisfying career as a Maryland State Trooper. He was a kind and gentle soul, loyal to family and friends, and possessed of an engaging charm and wit. He delighted in movies of all kinds and found great pleasure in his canine companions. He is survived by his beloved and loving wife, Karen Marie Burkhouse; his beloved sister, Patricia King; and a number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved brothers, Edward W. Burkhouse and William Burkhouse; and his beloved sister, Ann Obringer. Family and friends will be received in celebration of Ralph’s life on Wednesday, July 16, 2014, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. A funeral service will be held at the funeral […]
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