Obituary of Ralph Stanley

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Ralph Stanley

Ralph Edmund Stanley (born February 25th, 1927 in Big Spraddle Creek, Virginia) was a Musician who was best known for musical talent. Ralph died on June 23rd, 2016 and his death was reportedly because of skin cancer. He was 89 years old.

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Ralph Stanley Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Stanley, Ralph Edmund
    • Common Name: Ralph Stanley
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Big Spraddle Creek, Virginia, United States
    • Birth Date: February 25, 1927
    • Age: 89 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Ralph Edmund Stanley
    • Occupation: Musician
    • Political Affiliation: Democrat
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream
    • Favorite Color: Yellow
    • Favorite Scent: Jimmy Choo Man
    • Favorite Actor: Karen Gillan

    Ralph Edmund's Family Tree

    • Father: Lee Stanley
    • Mother: Lucy Stanley
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: June 23 2016 at age 89
  • Place: Coeburn, Virginia, United States
  • Cause of Death: Cancer (skin)
  • Interment: Buried

Category Tags:

MusicianAmerican Born on February 25th Born in 1927 Born in Virginia Died in 2016 Died at age 89 Died from Cancer

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"Stanley's death was a loss to his family and friends. (V)"

"Ralph Edmund Stanley dedicated his life to preserving and sharing the rich tradition of bluegrass music, leaving a lasting impact on countless musicians and audiences around the world. His passion, talent, and legacy will continue to inspire generations to come. (V)"

"Ralph Edmund Stanley was a renowned American bluegrass musician and singer, known for his influential career spanning over six decades. He passed away at the age of 89 due to health complications. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-09-09 08:46:01
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