Ralph Alexander Rodway May 28, 2014 Photo Coming Soon Ralph Alexander Rodway, a former Naval officer and railroad engineer, passed away on May 28 after a lengthy battle with cancer. The Old Orchard Beach resident was 84. Mr. Rodway held a variety of occupations, both on land and sea, but to those who knew him well, he will be long remembered for his limitless kindness to others and his unending sense of humor. Those who needed a favor of him always received it. And when he was thanked, he would reply, ""You're as welcome as the flowers in May."" Mr. Rodway was born in Stonington, Mass., the son of the Rev. Charles B. and Florence A. Rodway. He had five sisters and four brothers. At age 8, the family moved to Munjoy Hill in Portland, Maine, and Mr. Rodway attended Portland schools. Later, the family moved to Michigan and Mr. Rodway graduated from Columbiaville (Mich.) High School. After graduation, Mr. Rodway enlisted in the Navy, serving on the cruiser USS Atlanta during the Korean War. He was a Petty Officer Third Class Quartermaster at the time of his discharge. Following a stint sailing cargo ships on the Great Lakes, Mr. Rodway returned to Maine and began work for Maine Central Railroad, rising through the ranks to become a full engineer on their New England routes. While employed with the railroad, Mr. Rodway joined the Naval Reserve and was associated with the Portland-based reserve training ship Destroyer Escort USS Tills. Mr. Rodway is survived by his daughter, Terri MacDonald; her husband, John; his son, Scott Logan and his grandsons Brody, Charlie and Corey; his brother, Frank Rodway; and his sister, Claudia J. McGrath. A celebration of his life will be held at the Muddy Rudder Restaurant in Freeport, Tuesday June 3rd at 12pm for Mr. Rodway. In lieu of flowers, the family asks you consider a donation to the Hospice of Southern Maine, 180 US Rte One #1, Scarborough, ME 04074