Ralph Charles Leibig

July 1, 1937 - January 28, 2022

Ralph Charles Leibig, 84, of Swoyersville, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 28, 2022, at his home.

Born in Philadelphia, Ralph worked in the telecommunications industry. He began as a lineman for Bell Telephone in his teen years, and he successfully worked his way up to district manager. Known by his coworkers for his diligence, honesty, and intelligence, Ralph was an outstanding employee and a respected boss.

Ralph also served as a member and office-holder in several sports shooting clubs and in the Philadelphia chapter of the Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship International. Ralph was also a proud member of the Masonic Lodge in both Philadelphia and West Wyoming, and the National Rifle Association.

Ralph is remembered by his family for his unswerving faithfulness, intelligence, and quick sense of humor. Ralph was also an avid reader, dog lover, and political advocate.

Ralph was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Paul Leibig; his mother, Elizabeth Deitzel Leibig; and brother-in-law, John Slobodzian.

He is survived by his dedicated and loving wife, Millie Leibig, Swoyersville; his daughters, Sherrill Kauffman, Glen Allen, VA; Cara Beth Foster, Baltimore; Andrea Geyer, Chesapeake, VA; and Keli Rae Wood, Virginia Beach, VA; his son, Ralph “Anthony” Leibig, Severance, CO. He is also survived by his three step children, Janine Dymond, Jennifer Pesta, and Mark Gedeon, all of Pennsylvania; his 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; and his sister, Joanna Slobodzian. His beloved dogs Belle and Izzy are also part of Ralph’s living legacy.

The family will hold a private Celebration of his Life on March 22, 2022.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Wroblewski Funeral Home, Inc., 1442 Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort.

Ralph Charles Leibig, 84, of Swoyersville, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 28, 2022, at his home. Born in Philadelphia, Ralph worked in the telecommunications industry. He began as a lineman for Bell Telephone in his teen years, and he successfully worked his way up to district manager. Known by his coworkers for hisContinue Reading

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Dad you are loved and missed. I wish we were able to see you one more time to hug you in person and tell you how much you are loved. We shared many seasons of life and I'm so grateful that you responded to God's prompting to come and see Deirdra and Siobhan when they were born. God knew I would need your help later in life! I have so many great memories. I thank you for the strength you helped me find in God and myself when i was at my lowest. Your devilish smile and raspy laugh is what i'll miss so much. My favorite memories are working on the cars in the garage with you, you taught me so much, surprising us with a minibike, and the emerald ring you bought me for my 13th birthday. I still remember your laugh and face when you asked me what i wanted and I told you about the ring. But you drove me to Walmart, none the less, and took interest in what it was and bought it for me. I guess i have you to blame for my love of Gemology. Your first visits to Florida with Anthony (Tony) and how you taught the girls the meaning of "american express"!!! They loved it. My heart rejoices to know that I will see you again some day in Heaven! Love you Dad

Mille, so very sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. My sympathies and prayers are with you and your family.

Ralph was certainly a precious, loving man. He was our daughter's father-in-law and distance did not keep him from frequently calling to check on her while Tony was deployed. He was a blessing. Prayers for the family: losing your daddy is never easy. Randy and Marti Brown

He was always ready to help me. A good friend, I will miss our visits.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Thank you for trusting us to care for your loved one. May comfort and peace surround all of you.