Service for Ralph O'Hear, Former Sag Harbor Resident, Will Be Held Next Month

The following obituary was prepared by Ralph O'Hear's family.

Ralph O'Hear, 46, a longtime resident of Sag Harbor, passed away at Yale New Haven Hospital on Aug. 21. He'd been sick for years and spent the last five months at the hospital. He lost his battle with POEMS syndrome, an extremely rare blood disorder. 

Ralph was born on Sept. 3,1966 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to Robert and Anne O'Hear. He spent most of his life in Sag Harbor and attended Pierson High School. He was a carpenter. Ralph enjoyed golfing and was regularly seen at the Sag Harbor Golf Course. He won numerous golf trophies. Ralph is described by many as a "gentle soul" and will be greatly missed.

Ralph is survived by his mother, Anne O'Hear of Florida; his brother, Ken Cavanaugh; sister-in-law, Kathi Cavanaugh; and nephew, Shane Cavanaugh, all of Southampton.

Visitation will be held at Yardley & Pino Funeral Home in Sag Harbor on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 3 to 5 p.m. A private burial will take place at Oakland Cemetary.