Ralph was born August 18, 1929 in Port Washington Wisconsin, son of Fred "Fritz" and Elva Race Seyfert.
He was a graduate of Port Washington High School and the University of Wisconsin - Madison. Mr. Seyfert proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, from 1953 until 1955. He taught art at Homestead High School in Mequon for many years before retiring.