Nov. 29, 1948 – March 16, 2020

Ralph Niller lived his entire life in the state of California. Born in Trona, California in 1948, he often commented that he grew up in the desert and it fueled his life long love of the outdoors along with a love for deep sea fishing, camping and boating in California and throughout Nevada. Later, his family relocated to the South Bay area where he graduated from Carson High in 1967.

Ralph was hired by the Los Angeles County school district to do gardening and landscape maintenance, which enabled him to enjoy nature and gardening.

Ralph joined the Air Force during the Vietnam War, of which he was always so proud of being able to serve his country. After returning from service he was hired by Pacific Bell (AT&T) where he was able to work outdoors for 38 years in cable maintenance.

Ralph was preceded in death by his father George W. Niller, his mother Julia (McGill) Niller and ex-wife Theresa. He is survived by their son Darren Niller of Templeton, California, and his sisters Kathryn Carter of Creston, California, and Mary Foster of Anna, Texas. Ralph is also survived by his wife of 39 years Vivian (Falcone) and two daughters Jessica (Farr) and Sarah (Wright), and six grandchildren.

He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather and was loved by all. He will be remembered for his calm nature, dry wit and friendly demeanor.

Ralph will surely be missed by all of his family and friends who surrounded him during his life. The family asks that those who wish to honor Ralph do so by making a donation in his name to the American Cancer Society.

Funeral directors: http://www.CrippenMortuary.com