Bob Ralston was born on July 2, 1938 in Upland, California, USA. He has been married to Josephina "Fietje" Tangel since March 3, 1963. They have two children.
His mother, Marjorie Norton, was the original voice of Minnie Mouse.
Member of MENSA (the high I.Q society).
Was made a lifetime member of the Fifteenth Air Force
Association (December 30, 1990) for his work as its show producer.
Served for 15 years (2003) as the Music Director of the Hollywood Bowl
Easter Sunrise Service.
Had played piano and organ with the bands of Freddy Martin and Ray
Conniff before joining the Welk Show in 1963 at the death of former
organist Jerry Burke.