RALPH, Paul Andrew:
Suddenly on Monday, 15 September 2025 surrounded by his family, aged 58.
Treasured husband of Cherie. Devoted father and best friend of George and Jonathan. Loved son of Harold and Gladys (both dec).
Messages to the ‘Ralph Family’ can be sent c/- Grinter’s Funeral Home, 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434 or in Paul’s online tribute book on this page.
A celebration of Paul’s life will be held at the Park Chapel, 395 Morrinsville Road, Newstead, Hamilton on Saturday, 20 September at 11.00 am, followed by private cremation.
17 Messages:
Sorry to hear of your passing Mr Paul Ralph. A humble beautiful soul gone too soon. I remember you so well from our days at Papatoetoe Central School PTA. Rest in Love, Paul. Our condolences to Cherie and the boys. Aroanui, Rose Akava-Moodley and family xx
Dear Cherie, George and Jonathan,
We are very saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Paul. Our aroha, thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies are with you and your whanau.May you find comfort in knowing he is resting peacefully in the Lord’s arms.
Arohanui,
Darleen, Sharolyn and whanau.(PCS)
Moe mai rā Paul. I am so saddened by the news of your passing. Sending all my aroha & condolences to your whanau.
Thank you for being a great coach, mentor & most of all, friend. I will always appreciate your advice, guidance & support and will keep it with me for the rest of my life.
Ngā mihi nui Paul ❤️ We lost a good one.
Paul, sorry to hear bout ur passing. U were a great mentor and friend to all at papatoetoe united. Running the women’s team and reffing games. Doing the adapted football. My sincere condolences to the family Cherie Johnathan and George. Your will surely be missed by all.
RIP
I am truly shocked and devastated to hear of Paul’s passing. I had the privilege of being coached by him last year, and I will never forget the impact he had on me. As a senior in a team full of juniors, I once thought I had it all figured out — but Paul gently brought me down to earth. He showed me that the game was never just about myself, but about the team, about playing for each other. I will deeply miss our chats, his wisdom, and his unique way of teaching. He was not only a great coach but a truly good man. My thoughts and prayers are with Paul’s family during this heartbreaking time.
We are so very shocked and saddened to hear of Paul’s passing. We have many happy memories of fun times, lots of laughter and cheeky banter from years gone by. Our heartfelt thoughts and love to Cherie ,George, Jonathan and the Ralph family at this devastating time.
Michelle (Australia), Neville & Thelma Dowdall
Paul, we were shocked and saddened when we heard the news and we still can’t believe you’re no longer with us. Without you our club would not be where it is today. A lot of our members, past and present, and Football people in general have posted messages on our Facebook page. Its amazing how many people you knew and that you left a lasting positive impression on. A credit to your determination and personal nature and your positive can do attitude. Without this our Adaptive Football Football programme at PUFC would not have started and continued on into its 10th year.
Over the years we not only became soccer buddies but friends. Its a shame we lost contact over the last few years. We will miss you my friend.
Rest in peace.
Cherie, George and Jonathan our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Take care and look after yourselves.
Unfortunately, we are unable to attend Pauls funeral, but we know it will be a blast as that was Pauls way.
Anil & Vasanti Ranchhod
Personally and on behalf of the Papatoetoe United Football Club community
Paul was a wonderful thoughtful neighbour and I feel honoured to have known him. I will miss his caring ways. My sincerest condolences to Cherie, George and Jonathan.
So sad to hear of your passing Paul. You were kind, generous and loving to our kids at Toe toe Eagles which you pioneered. You made a great difference in adaptive football team. Peace to your family. RIP Paul
Paul changed my life for the better, welcoming me back into Football in 2017 and I haven’t stopped since. We share our birth date and even though we don’t speak often, every year he would always send me a Birthday message. I will remember him as someone who gave so much to the Football community while having a laugh the whole time. Much love to Paul’s family.
Paul, I am saddened to hear about your passing. Thank you for being my first football coach at Papatoetoe United Football Club Women’s team 2019, Just last weekend I remembered and spoke about you at our annual prizegiving. I still cherish, remember those training and game days and smile seeing our team photo. You were an incredible person and will be dearly missed. Rest in peace Paul and condolences to your family.
So shocked to hear the news today.
Paul, thank you for your friendship, the laughs and all you did for our community in Papatoetoe. You are truly a great man and will always be remembered fondly and with respect. Rest in Peace my friend.
To Cherie, George and Jonathan. So very sad for your loss. Stay strong and keep the love and memories alive.
Much love to you all. God bless.
Peter, Lynda, Nicholas, Karlie and Sam Robinson.
Whangarei.
Paul, we are so shocked to hear of your passing, just want to say thanks for all the fun times and early Saturdays we had at Papatoetoe United FC
You were a happy go lucky kind person, and I appreciate the time we shared.
To Cherie ,George and Jonathan, our sincere condolences to your family, Paul was a true friend of mine and many others he will be sorely missed.
R I P Mate
Paul we are devastated. We didn’t know you for very long but enjoyed yours and Cherie’s company at the annual Advanced Marketing xmas functions. We had such fun and Cherie really enjoyed sharing Prosecco with me. We never got down to see you in your beloved Cambridge home. Will miss you. Rest in peace .
My best wishes to the family and work colleagues of Paul.
I have known Paul for the 20 years I have been working in biosecurity. He was always friendly and happy to chew the fat while asking for help or a special favour. I have wiped his drinks tab -hot chocolate is fattening.
Hi Paul
I still can’t believe you are gone. We worked side by side for over 20 years, and you were not only a great colleague but also a true friend. You were kind, warm-hearted, and always cared for others. This month has been so hard for me, losing my mother and now losing you too. I will always miss you.
We were deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of our dear neighbour. Their kindness, warmth, and friendly presence will be so greatly missed in our community. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.