Bridge, Ralph Gilder; Passed away peacefully at Groves Memorial Community Hospital in Fergus, on October 22, 2009 in his 93rd year. Predeceased by his wife Gertie (Stewart) in 2000. Lovingly remembered by his children Florence May (Elwin), Fred, Joyce, Dianne Martin (John) and Kathy. Fondly remembered by his grandchildren Joanne, Ron (Heidi), Chris (Lise), Penny, Nathan and Jeff and his great grandchildren Tina, Kyle, Victoria, Jasmine and Anika. Survived by his sister Betty Piniak (Bill) and sister-in-laws Arlene Bridge, Jean Lawrence and Bernice Stewart. Ralph was a special uncle of many nieces and nephews and will be sadly missed by his loyal friend Mike McManus. Predeceased by his brothers and sisters Melville, Frances Dales, Roy and Ila. Friends will be received at the Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home, 280 St. David St. South in Fergus, on Saturday, October 24, 2009 from 2-4 & 7-9pm. Funeral Service will be conducted in the Funeral Home Chapel on Sunday, October 25th at 2:00pm. Cremation to follow. Reception to be held in the Wellington Room at the funeral home following the Service. Memorial donations can be directed to Groves Memorial Community Hospital – CT Scanner Fund or a charity of choice, cards available at the funeral home, (519) 843-3100.