Ralph Ettinger

On March 17, 2015 Ralph J. Ettinger, 90, passed away in Hanover, MD. He was born in Dunmore, PA on May 27, 1924. He served in the United States Army from 1943-1946 and graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. He went on to work at NSA, retiring after 34 years of service. Ralph enjoyed camping, gardening and raising his family.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Blanche L. Ettinger; four brothers, one sister and his parents, Charles and Anna Ettinger.
Ralph is survived by his children, Bonnie E. Bender, Charles A. Ettinger, Robert J. Ettinger, Howard J. Ettinger and their spouses; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren with one on the way.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 100 Painters Mill Road; Owings Mills, MD 21117 OR Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy; Pasadena, MD 21122.

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