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Martin Racanelli Obituary
Martin G. Racanelli, a local area resident and co-owner of Lo-Rac Energy Corp. in Newburgh & Beacon, NY, passed away in his home on Friday, September 12, 2008. He was 58.
He was born to Catherine Bertelli Racanelli and the late Louis Racanelli on September 19, 1949 in New York City.
Marty's zest for life and love of people touched so many. But he is best defined as a father, his passion and dedication to his son, James Martin, was his greatest "success". He will be missed by his family and friends always.
He is survived by his beloved son, James Martin Racanelli of Newburgh and Fort Lee, NJ and former wife & life time friend, Rimma Racanelli of Fort Lee, NJ; his beloved mother, Catherine Racanelli of Newburgh; his loving brother & sister, Louis F. Racanelli and fiancé, Carolyn Defiore of Newburgh and Claire Racanelli of Manhattan, NY. He was predeceased by his brother, James L. Racanelli. Also surviving are his cherished niece & nephew, Lauren C. Racanelli and Louis P. Racanelli, both of Newburgh, as well as his extended loving family.
The family will be present to receive friends on Monday, September 15 from 7-9 p.m. and today, Tuesday, September 16 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at Coloni Funeral Home, 3001 Rt. 9W, New Windsor, NY.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 17, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Newburgh. Burial will be private.
Please contact Coloni F.H. for further information and directions at 845-561-0238.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Martin Racanelli
James Racanelli
October 8, 2008
Dad,
First off, lets start with the obvious…
I love you.
I love you for always being there for me. It didn’t matter what time I needed you, the only thing that did matter was the fact that I could count on you to always be by my side.
I love you for every single smile that you have brought to my face. You always made sure that you took me wherever you knew we would have fun. But in the end, it didn’t matter where we went or what we did, the only thing that mattered was that we were together. You have given me more fun filled, and happy times in only 14 years, than most parents have given their children in a lifetime.
I love you because you were more than a dad to me: you were a role model, a teacher, and above all my best friend, not many fourteen year olds can say that about their 58 year old father. We did everything together. Everyone at school always said you were the coolest dad ever and when I brought my friends to Newburgh for the weekend, you always made sure we had the best time.
I love the way you were with people. You had a special talent and I don’t even think you knew it. You didn’t even have to try to make people happy, you just did. It was what made you so special. It didn’t matter whether you were with a lifelong friend, or a complete stranger, you always left them happy and smiling. You were always thinking about everyone else. Whether it was taking somebody who was having a bad day for a ride in your corvette, and making them feel like a superstar, or brightening the house in Montauk, for everyone to enjoy. You brought so much happiness, wherever you went. I know that I was not the only one that had to smile every time I saw you.
I love you, Dad, everyone loves you, and I know you love us. You loved so many things. I can see you with a can of TAB in your hand, or riding to Montauk in your red Corvette with a big cigar in your mouth. I loved spending my birthday with you, Eugene, Joyce, Sam, Lizzie and Alex. So many of our memories are at the beach, I will always love Montauk, LBI, and Florida. Although it will never be the same going there without you, I have so many memories of you to last me a lifetime.
You were always so happy to introduce me as your son and I will always be as happy to call you my dad. You always told me how proud you were of me- no matter how big the accomplishment.
Your personality always left an impression. I can still see your smile and hear your laugh. Whether it be the oil man, the man with the huge Christmas trees, or just Marty. Poppy and Uncle Jamie are with you now. We will all remember you forever and because you meant so much we miss you even more. I can’t even believe you’re not physically here anymore, and not that anyone wants to die, I know you especially were not ready to say goodbye. I know this isn’t goodbye, your memory and soul will always be in our hearts, and no matter how much time goes by that connection will never fade. I am so proud of you, and I am so lucky that you left half of you with me.
Dad, I love you so much and i wish you could still be here with us.
Susan Silvestri Mann
September 22, 2008
Claire and Louie..I am sorry to hear about the passing of Marty...my prayers are with the Racanelli family...God be with you at this time of need.....
Anita Almeida (Castaldo)
September 18, 2008
Claire/Lou - I think about everyone so often. I am very sorry to hear about Marty. I will always remember him as the one and only man to ride a horse to The Rail, and when he wanted to leave, the horse was gone. He was a ton of laughs and good times. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Holly Lincoln-Gigante
September 17, 2008
Wishing your family peace in such time of sadness.
The Lincoln Family
Jill Barron
September 17, 2008
I am so sorry for this loss in your family. My prayers are with you. Marty was a great guy. Sincere sympathy to all.
Debbie (Roe) Brown
September 17, 2008
Racanelli Family
I haven't seen you all for years but I was so sorry to hear about Marty. For sure he made me laugh lots in my younger years. He was the first one to help me plan a big party and offer the huge homemade grill. he was the best dressed klinger for the mash party. He was like a big brother to me in those years. he was a good friend.
Chrissy And Charlie Kavanagh
September 17, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Linda Tremper
September 16, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
The Staff of Coloni Funeral Home
September 16, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Dominick and Mary Ann Lucera
September 16, 2008
Our thought and prayers are with you all now and alyways , Marty was a great guy who alyways made us laugh he will be greatly missed.
eddie cleveland
September 16, 2008
Sorry for your loss, my regards to the family.
Marty was a great person, who'll be missed. I'll always remember the fun times with Marty & Louie.
eddie cleveland
Carol (Resko) Cardenas
September 16, 2008
My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies are with you all. Marty will be missed by all of us that knew and loved him. He will always be in my heart.
Lisa Sommers-Biengardo
September 16, 2008
I was so very sorry to hear about your loss. Marty was a great guy! I remember all of the the great times at your house with Claire...with Louie and Marty there...usually picking on me...:) My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love to all.
Barbara Lucera
September 16, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jane Battista Baxter
September 16, 2008
I am sorry for your loss
I knew Marty many years ago and have good memories.
September 15, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the Racanelli family. All of us at Dana's will miss him very much.
Corey
Paul and Kristen Mayer and family
September 15, 2008
So very sorry to hear about the loss of Marty for all of us. I hope G-d sends all of you the strength to deal with this untimely tragedy.
Jim Raab
September 15, 2008
My deepest sympathies to Marty's family
Michael Roscino
September 15, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Amanda Mignault
September 15, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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