Ralph D. Campbell of the St. Louis area died on Sunday, July 22, 2007. Funeral arrangements named Kriegshauser West Mortuary on Olive Boulevard in Olivette for services and Resurrection Cemetery for burial, with a Tuesday visitation before a Wednesday service.

Remembrances emphasize his presence in everyday places: regular Friday nights at St. Charles Lanes, singing Johnny Cash songs like Ring of Fire, and memories of living above an old bar where he drifted downstairs into the company of others. One tribute describes him as a steadying, father-figure presence for a frightened, angry young man.

The notices located do not describe violence, name any suspect, or reference an investigation, arrest, or prosecution connected to his death. Does anyone who knew Ralph or his circle have memories or information to add about him or the circumstances of his passing?