93, passed away May 27, 2014. Loving husband of Catherine for 66 years; beloved father of Cheryl (John) Gitzen and Richard M. Gassman; and uncle of numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings Merilda Herman, Walt Gassman, Fritz Gassman and Virginia Martindale. Ralph was an Army Veteran of WWII, and had a successful 35 year career with Gates Rubber Company, retiring in 1976. Family will receive friends Monday, June 2nd 9:00 AM, Recitation of the Rosary 9:30 am and Funeral Mass to follow at 10:00 am, all at St Therese Catholic Church, 1243 Kingston, Aurora, CO 80010. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Denver Hospice, 501 South Cherry Street, #700, Denver, CO 80246. Please share your memories of Ralph by selecting the Guestbook link below.