KIRKBRIDE, RALPH EDWARD It is with great sadness the family of Ralph Kirkbride of Fredericton announces the sudden death at home on December 14, 2009 at the age of 61. Ralph was the second oldest son of the late Earl and Laura Kirkbride of Rusagonis. Ralph graduated from Fredericton Junction High School and graduated from UNB, Fredericton with a Science and a Business Administration degree. He was a Certified General Accountant and worked most of his life with the Province of New Brunswick retiring as Senior Auditor with the Office of the Comptroller in 2004. Ralph's passion was for the arts. For many years Ralph was a strong supporter of the Arts and Craft Community in Fredericton. He was a member and volunteer for many organizations including being on the Board of NB Craft Council, "Fellow" member and Advisory Council of the NB College of Craft and Design, NB Arts Foundation, Life Time Member of the Beaverbrook Art Gallery and involved with Gallery 78 and Gallery Connexion and numerous charitable organizations. Ralph is survived by his brothers, Robert (Lois) of Rusagonis, Blair (Mary Ann) of Tracyville and Rick (Angie) of Beaver Dam and his sister Susan of Fredericton. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Ralph will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Visitation will be held at Bishop's Funeral Home on Thursday, December 17th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 and a celebration of life will be held on Friday, December 18th at 2:00 pm. For those whose wish, remembrance made to an Arts Organization of your choice. After the service people are invited to Ralph's home, 112 Gorham Dr. for a gathering. Personal condolences may be offered through www.bishopsfuneralhome.com