Ralph DeFusco Obituary

DeFUSCO, RALPH, 82, of Chestnut Rd., North Kingstown passed away on Saturday August 30, 2008 at Roger Williams Medical Center, Providence. He was the devoted husband of Judith (Ball) O'Brien-DeFusco.

He was born in Providence a son of the late Raffaele and Filomena (Malgieri) DeFusco.

Besides his wife he is survived by his children, Ralph DeFusco of No. Kingstown, Robert DeFusco of Jamestown, Edward DeFusco of Wakefield and Judith Ray of Narragansett. Ralph was the father of the late Evelyn Gardner and David DeFusco and also was the step-father to Michael O'Brien of Bourne, MA, Michele Ahlborg of Warwick, and Shannon Richardson of Riverside. He was the brother of Alvin DeFusco of No. Kingstown and the late Phyllis Brill. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

The family will be receiving friends Friday at 10am at the Peacedale Congregational Church, 261 Columbia St., Peacedale followed by a service at 11am. Entombment with military honors will take place in the R.I. Veterans Cemetery, Exeter. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Andrew Hoban Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 84, East Greenwich, RI 02818. Visit www.nardolillo.com for full obituary and online condolences.

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Published by The Providence Journal from Sep. 3 to Sep. 4, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Ralph DeFusco

14 Entries

Candace Defusco

September 20, 2008

Dear Judy and Family,

My deepest sympothy goes out to you and the entire family. I am so,so sorry for your loss. My heart is broken, and I feel your pain. I just found out. I do not get the paper, and I have not spoke to anyone in the family for quite some time. Shame on me. I miss you and your girls as well as the rest of the family. If you need anything, any help, or someone to talk with, I am and always will be there for you and the family. Having not seen anyone for a while, I would like you and the rest of the family to know that I have always kept you all in my thoughts and heart. Please tell all the family that my heart and love goes out to all. May all your sorrows and pain be comforted by the love of Jesus. I would like to get together and see everyone. I really miss and Love you all!! My cell number is (401)206-3665, and my home number is (401)821-2248. I wish only the best of life for all. May the rest of your days be filled with only love, joy, and peace. I love you.

Susan, Austin & Ross Ahlborg

September 4, 2008

Dear Judith, Mima,

The boy's and I will miss Ralph for ever.
His clever drawings, Teaching and helping me learn the game of golf. Making me my 1st. manhattan (Rob Roy) with Eric @ holiday time. How he loved you and his family.We could go on and on! God bless Ralph... We will miss him dearly. Please know that we are always there for you Mima. All our love always...

Susan, Austin and Ross

Bleama Forman

September 4, 2008

Dear Judy and family,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. Treasure all the good memories.
Ralph is at peace.

Elia Malgieri

September 4, 2008

Dear Judith and Family, I read this sad news just a few minutes ago when I opened up the email from Alex Malgieri, our cousin. I believe I last saw Ralph at my brother Gennaro's wake in January of 2005. Our contacts over the years have been few but we are still connected by family ties. Ralph's mother was my father's older sister of whom I have strong memories. I live in New York City and am sorry that I cannot pay my respects in person. However, I will remember Ralph and all of you in my prayers.

Sincerely yours Elia (Ollie)

Lisa Marie Shevlin

September 4, 2008

Dear Family,

My prayers and love to you.

Love,

Lisa Marie Shevlin

Cheryl Mirra

September 4, 2008

Dear Judy,
I never had the pleasure of meeting Ralph, but I know how much he was loved by you and everyone he touched.
My heart goes out to you and your family at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you find peace, comfort and support.

With heartfelt condolences,
Cheryl Mirra

Joan Amore

September 3, 2008

Ed, Judy and family
Was so sorry to hear of your loss. May God's peace be with you.

Marilyn Heroux

September 3, 2008

Dear Judy and all of Ralphs children
We are so far away, but our precious memories of Ralph and our love of family will always stay close in our hearts. I can still see Ralph in his "Sailor uniform" and being a hero to all of us "younger cousins". You will ALL be in our prayers on Friday. That beautiful smile of Ralph's will hopefully be remembered by everyone on that day and bring smiles to all as they celebrate his life.
Much love and God's blessings to all of you. Marilyn & Richard
(The California Cousins)

Kristen Miranda

September 3, 2008

Dear Mima,

Ralph was one of my favorite people of all times and I will miss him with all my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you now because I know how much you were loved and how much you loved in return. We will always be here for you.

Kris, Max & Jack

Robert Mantia

September 3, 2008

Lucy and I offer our most sincere condolences to Judy and the DeFusco family. over the past 20 years I have played a lot of golf and cards with "Uncle Ralph." He was an avid and very good golfer who played by the rules, and brought out the best in his partners and opponents. He will be sorely missed by the guys at Quidnessett

Nancy McCalligett

September 3, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May only wonderful memories fill you heart.

bob mollicone

September 3, 2008

Dear Judy,
I will always remember Ralph for his love of the game of golf and his great spirit of competetiveness.
Sue and I will keep both of you in our prayers.
Bob & Sue Mollicone

Earl & Gail Tillinghast

September 3, 2008

Dear Judy & Family,

Wishing you comfort and peace. Even in sadness, you must feel pride in the legacy left by someone so special. Ralph's spirit will continue to shine, leaving an example to follow and a remarkable life to remember with grateful hearts.

With our Sympathy and Love,

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