Ralph Joseph Warfle, Sr, age 77, of Delmar, formerly of Laurel, died Monday, February 16, 2009 at Delmar Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born September 13, 1931 in Bridgeton, NJ, a son of the late Ralph S. Warfle and Bertha Stanley Warfle. Ralph worked hard for many years as a self employed carpenter and he got great joy from providing for his family. He also loved preparing Sunday dinners for his family. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Penns Grove, NJ. He is survived by nine children, Ralph Warfle, Jr. of Laurel, DE, Kenny Warfle of Sebring, FL, Blaine Warfle of Paris, TN, Edward Warfle, Sr. of Laurel, Mary Bryant of Laurel, Merle Warfle of Paris, TN, Barbara Warfle of Laurel, DE, Selena Bay of Seaford, DE and Mike Warfle of Laurel, DE; his former wife and mother to his children, Margaret Colodonato of Laurel; a brother, Roland "Wimpy" Warfle, Sr. of New Jersey; and a sister, Colleen Wilson. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, Jimmy Warfle and Brett Warfle. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, February 22, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, 13 E. Grove Street, Delmar. The Reverend Howard Travers will officiate. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.