Ralph Stephen Leyh 70, of Murrells Inlet, SC passed into eternal rest Sunday, March 10,2024 after sustaining injuries from a fall. He is survived by his loving wife Diane Stover Leyh.

Ralph is also survived by his son Jeffrey Stephen Leyh (Ashley) of Greenville, SC. Preceding Ralph in death is a stepdaughter Nicole Clifton Beale. Surviving family members are grandson Cole Beale of Mt Pleasant (Nicole's son), a step-son Jamie Clifton (Amy) of Summerville, SC and a step-daughter Holly Lewis (Pete) of Lake Wylie, SC.

With heavy hearts Ralph's brother Joseph Conrad Leyh Jr (Belva) and sister Charlotte Leyh Trammell (Steve) say goodbye to their younger brother. He joins their parents Joseph Conrad Leyh Sr and Valda Knight Leyh in their eternal rest. Ralph will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Ralph was born December 15, 1953, in Charleston, SC. He graduated from North Charleston High School (Class of 71) where he was a member of the marching band and the basketball team. Ralph attended Clemson University, earning a BA degree (Class of 75) in Administrative Management. He worked for several paper/packaging companies, including Charleston Packaging, Union Camp, International Paper, and Exopack, residing in Charleston, Greenville and Mt Pleasant, SC. After a long career in sales Ralph retired and set about enjoying the passions in his life.

Music was a huge part of who Ralph was. He was in a band in college and later a member of the popular band the Ninth Row in the 70's - 90's playing saxophone and singing lead. In retirement he enjoyed singing karaoke at Blues in Mt Pleasant and at the Garden City Pier. Another passion was his love for the Clemson Tigers. Orange was his wardrobe color of choice. His love for cooking and grilling served him well for tailgating and preparing his favorite spread, a low-country boil. Golfing was also a favorite pastime.

Ralph was a loving caregiver for many years to his mother-in-law Alda Stover.

Perhaps he was happiest though spending time with his and Diane's sweet Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Bentley and TJ. They loved Ralph, were his constant companions, and were by his side when he passed.

Rest in peace, Ralph.

A visitation will be held to celebrate and remember the life of Ralph Stephen Leyh Saturday, March 23,  2024 at the Brickyard Plantation Clubhouse, 1100 Brickyard Parkway, Mt Pleasant, SC 29466 during the hours 1:00 to 4:00 PM.