Ralph Jack Harth Jr., "Minnow," 59, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 16, 2011. He was born in West Bend on April 16, 1952 to Ralph and Dorothy. He graduated from West Bend High School in 1970 and earned a Bachelor of Science from UW-Whitewater in 1974. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a huge sports fan and had a passion for old vehicles. He especially loved spending time with his family. 

He is survived by his siblings, Donna Harth King, Susan Berg, and Kathi Harth; two nieces, Jodee Faber and Amy Lloyd; nephew, Eric King and family; three great-nieces, Tory Schicker, Riley Lloyd, and Shaelyn Mugan. He is further survived by many other relatives and friends. 

He is preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Harth. 

The Funeral Service for Ralph will be on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011 at noon at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel (1420 W. Paradise Drive) of West Bend. The visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday, Oct. 20 from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will take place at Washington County Memorial Park immediately following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. 

The Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend is assisting the family; (262) 338-2050 and www.phillipfuneralhome.com.