Jeffrey William Ralston age 53 died August 21, 2013 at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte. Born in San Juan Puerto Rico on March 22,1963 he is the son of Judith McKee Ralston and the late Charles Frederick Ralston . He was a member of  the Salvation Army Church in Morgantown WV and attended Elizabeth Baptist Church. He served in the U. S. Army and was trained  in his passion for cooking as a chef. Jeff has worked at Cleveland County Club and North Lake County as their chef, but he loved to cook for his family and always served them first. He was a devoted father and a wonderful loving husband.

In addition to his mother, Jeff is survived by his wife of 29 years, Sherrie Holcomb Ralston; a son, Jacob Ralston of the home; three brothers, Butch Ralston, of Myrtle Beach SC.,   Rick Ralston and wife Karen of Conway SC., Robert Ralston and wife Kim of Columbus Ohio, Many beloved nieces and nephews, and his loyal companion pit bull, “Domino”.

Funeral will be held on Sunday August 24, 2013 at 3:00 pm at Elizabeth Baptist Church with Dr. Rit Varriale officiating. The family will receive friends an hour before the service from 2:00pm until 3:00 pm in the sanctuary.  

Memorials can be made to: Elizabeth Baptist Church Handyman Ministry; 301 N. Post Road, Shelby 28152

Cecil M Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family of Mr. Ralston.