Ralph Edward Hustad

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ralph Edward Hustad, a beloved father, who peacefully departed from this world on July 17, 2023 at the age of 84, at his home in Collegedale, TN. He was surrounded by his loving family during his final moments.

Ralph was born on December 16, 1938 in Madison, Wisconsin to Milton and Lillian Hustad. He lived a fulfilling life, overcoming numerous challenges and leaving a lasting impact on those who knew him. Throughout his life, he was devoted to his family and worked diligently to provide for them. During his life he was a United States Marine, a Madison Wisconsin Police Officer and worked in sales for several HVAC companies. He enjoyed gardening and watching the Wisconsin Badgers and Green Bay Packers football.

Ralph will be remembered for his humor, strength, resilience, and the love he had for his family. Even though he had suffered from two strokes he was always trying to uplift others and light up the room with his humor and encouragement.

His legacy lives on through his children, Tammy Hustad, Tina (Kevin) Parks, Timothy (Catherine) Hustad, Theresa Hustad, Tabatha Vaughn, Todd (Aimee) Hustad, and stepson Cliff Cranick. Ralph had 10 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild, who will continue to cherish his memory. Grandchildren include: Lauren (Rob) and Alexandra (Tina and Kevin), Brian (Nicole) and Matthew (Abigail) (Timothy and Catherine), Sarah (Tabatha), Zoe, Olivia and Hannah (Todd and Aimee), Adam and Veronica (Cliff) and one great grandson Noah (Brian and Nicole).

Ralph was blessed to have siblings who checked on him often: Rodney (Linda) Hustad, Ruth Rummler, and Roberta (Don) Rhode.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Lillian Hustad, Barbara Weaver Hustad his second wife of 38 years, and Nancy Jean Olson his first wife of 22 years and the mother of his six children. Ralph was also preceded in death by his brother, Robert Hustad and sister, Reva Schuetz.

In this time of grief, let us remember the moments of happiness shared with Ralph and find solace in the love and support we can provide to one another. May we find comfort in the memories we hold dear.

A celebration of his life will be held at his home in Collegedale, TN, on July 30, 2023 for his family, and a graveside service on September 30, 2023 Cadillac Memorial Gardens West, Westland, Michigan. Instead of flowers, the family requests donations to your local food bank. Ralph believed that nobody in America should ever go hungry.