Ralph D. Bishop

Ralph D. Bishop, 18, of Center Street, Salamanca, New York died early Monday morning, July 4, 2016, at his home, following a long illness.

Born April 22, 1998 in Louisville, Kentucky, he was the son of Doug and Lisa Eve Bishop, who survive.

Ralph touched everyone’s heart who knew him, and he will be sadly missed. His laugh and smile will be in our memories. He enjoyed the water and watching SpongeBob.

Surviving besides his mother and father are: four sisters, April Mason, PA, Marion Mason, Salamanca, NY, Tamara Mason, Louisville, KY, Rachel Bishop, Tonawanda, NY; a brother, Jake Bishop, Salamanca, NY.

There will be no visitation.

Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Funeral services are under the direction of the O’Rourke & O’Rourke Inc Funeral Home, 25 River Street, Salamanca, New York.

E-condolences can be sent to john@orourke-orourke.com or posted to facebook.com/onofh.