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Ralph Petraglia Obituary

Of Needham formerly of Malden Aug. 14, 2008 after a courageous battle at age 54. Devoted husband of the late Dianne (Lupien) Petraglia. Beloved son of Grace (Marra) Petraglia of Malden & the late Ralph P. Petraglia. Cherished father of Kristen, Jeffrey & Nancy Petraglia all of Needham. Loving brother of Richard Petraglia & his wife Georgette of Malden & Ann Gilbert & her husband Larry of Malden. Uncle of Marisa & Scott Morello & their child Tyler, Jonelle Goncalves & her husband Alessandro & Brian Petraglia. Grandfather of Dylan Petraglia. Funeral from the A.J.Spadafora Funeral Home, 865 Main St., MALDEN on Monday Aug. 18th at 9:00am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Church, 173 Albion St., Wakefield at 10:00am. Relatives & friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday 4-8pm. Interment Needham Cemetery. For directions & guestbook see www.spadaforafuneral.com Spadafora Funeral Home 781-324-8680

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 16 to Aug. 17, 2008.

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Angela Lombardi

September 22, 2008

Dear Gracie, Ritchie, Ann and families,

How saddened I was to hear about Raphie's passing. I was even more saddened to hear that his life was such a hard one to endure.

When Grace referred to him always smiling, I could not help but think of his always smiling Dad. Heaven must be awesome having those two be reunited, happy and healthy.

As for those left behind, I will hold you all extra close in my prayers and thoughts. I have walked your path and share your pain of losing loved ones. I wish I could offer you the phrase that so many use.....time heals all wounds....but I cannot. Although it is somewhat true, however it does leave behind scars. This is the big stuff and this is what we save up our tears for.

With my deepest sympathy
Cousins Angela & Arty from Atlanta

August 20, 2008

I was very sad to hear of Ralph's death. I met Ralph in 1980 while working for USF&G. He was a great friend and he will be missed.

My thoughts and prayers are with his children, Kristen, Jeffrey and Nancy, at this difficult time.

maxine urbaczewski

August 20, 2008

grace ann larry sorry about your son and brother i did not know him but i bet he was a very special person

Sandy, Tony, & Family anzalone

August 17, 2008

Grace,Richie,Ann & Families

Tony & I are so sorry to hear about Ralphies passing. I have so many memories of him growing up and I will cherish them all. Love to all.

Caysie casey

August 16, 2008

Grace, Ann and Larry--Please accept out heartfelt condolences on the loss of your son/brother. Although we never had the pleasure of meeting him, just knowing you we know he must have been a really special person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Mary Lou & Caysie Casey

Nancy (Gylphe) DeSimone

August 16, 2008

Richie, Georgette, Brian and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. It is so sad when someone dies so young. Ronnie's mother died last week, but she was 92 and healthy and spunky right up to the end and sat on my couch and died. (Brian, I told the priest about my mother and he said, "Wow, stay away from the couch!") You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Colleen's Mom

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