Ralph Douglas Bockius died on Apr 12 2026 at age 80 at his home in Aurora Co

Ralph was born on August 15 1945 on VJ Day To Buddie Bockius and Celestina Bockius.He had a great beginning!

Ralph graduated from Aurora Central High School in 1963. He went on to attend CSU and then art school. He was a very talented artist and loved working with his hands.

Ralph was in the Army for a stent,and later went on to work for the Denver Water Board for 30 some years as a Senior Electrician in the Instrument Shop. Ralph met his wife Sally and they were married in 1970 and went on to have a daughter Michelle in 1979. Ralph was a very caring husband and father.

In his free time Ralph enjoyed painting, woodworking, cooking and doing things around the house. He also loved to walk his dog Buddy around the neighborhood.

Ralph is survived by his wife Sally, daughter Michelle and son in law Chris Fugazzotto, and many friends and family and furry grand kids!

If you would like to make a contribution in Ralph's name please pick an animal rescue or shelter that is closest to you in honor of Ralph.

A celebration of life is planned, but no date is set as of yet.