Ralph Joseph Eary, 78, of Cochranville, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, May 1, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was the beloved husband of Carol Lee (Phipps) Eary, with whom he shared more than 55 years of marriage.

Born in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, Ralph was the son of the late Joseph Eary and Dorothy Harriett Usher.

From a young age, Ralph discovered his lifelong passion for classic cars while working alongside his Uncle Hallan at Usher Motors in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. His love for automobiles became a defining part of his life and brought him countless friendships and accomplishments over the years.

Ralph worked as an expert technician specializing in cooling towers, a career that eventually led him to establish and operate his own business in Dallas, Texas. After returning to Pennsylvania, he shifted his career to begin working with Dane Decor as well as Althouse Transportation.

Beyond his work, Ralph embraced life with enthusiasm and adventure. He enjoyed sailing, snowmobiling, and, above all, restoring and working on classic cars. He was an integral member of the Cochranville Cruisers Car Club and proudly earned numerous awards for his beautifully restored vehicles.

Among his proudest personal accomplishments was designing and building his family home in Cochranville, a unique and admired residence often recognized locally as “the house with the tree growing out of the roof.”

Ralph is survived by his devoted wife, Carol, of Cochranville, and his daughter, Heather C. Kram and her husband, Robert J. Kram, also of Cochranville.

A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026.  

Time: A brief service will be held at 12:00 p.m., followed by refreshments.  

Location: 584 Center Hall Road, Cochranville, PA 19330