Ralph K. Back

Ralph K. "Bud" Back, 81, of Middletown, passed away on February 17, 2026 at his residence. He was born July 13, 1944 in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, son of Kessler and Naomi (Rogers) Back.

Ralph loved to read, bowl, and fish. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose #501. He repaired and painted cars for over 50 years. He started in 1963 at Reedy's Body Shop and worked at multiple shops and then retired from Reedy's Body Shop.

Ralph is survived by his wife of 61 years, Sandra (Larison) Back; daughter, Kimberly Botner; son-in-law, Glen Botner; grandson, Brady Botner; sister, Phyllis Barker and many other loving family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be Friday, February 27, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to12:00 noon at Wilson-Schramm-Spaulding Funeral Home, 3805 Roosevelt Blvd (at Bonita Drive) Middletown. Funeral Service will be 12:00 noon at the funeral home with Frank Back officiating. Interment will be at Butler County Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of Middletown, 4418 Lewis Street, Suite B, Middletown, OH 45044.

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