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Gerald Ragosta Obituary
Born in Providence he was the son of the late Paride and Anne (D'Arezzo) Ragosta. Mr. Ragosta was the owner of the former A & J Fruit and Produce Co. of Providence until his retirement. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War.
Besides his wife he is survived by his children Lori Ragosta, Gerald Ragosta and his wife Susan and his grandson Gerald Ragosta, Jr. all of Cranston, he was the brother of the late Rose Ruotolo, Elizabeth Patriarca, Helen Masarone, Mary Longo, Angelo and Joseph Ragosta.
His funeral will be held on Friday at 9am from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am in St. Marys Church, Cranston St., Cranston. Burial with military honors will be in St. Ann's Cemetery, Cranston. VISITING HOURS: Thursday 5-8pm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: VA Medical Center, Attn: General Post Fund, 830 Chalkstone Ave., Providence, RI 02908. Visit www.nardolillo.com for more information and online condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Ragosta
Tom Sacco
October 17, 2008
Dear jerry and family. So sorry to hear of your loss.Your father was a great guy.God has a place for him.He had a wonderful spirit about him.A loss to all. May God bless you all.
Diane Linden
October 11, 2008
Claire, Gerry & Lori..so very sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Diane Linden
Ricky & Stacey's
Aunt
Dennis Bouchard
October 11, 2008
Claire and Lori:
It was so nice visiting with you yesterday. I was so sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. He was truly one of the best men I have ever known.
Lori, If you ever need to talk I am a phone call away.
Much Love and deepest condolences,
Dennis
October 11, 2008
Jerry: Sorry to hear about your Dad. he was a good man and I will always have some great memories of him.
Al Grimaldi
Sharon Davis
October 11, 2008
Lori i was so sorry to hear about your father. please let me know if there is anything i can do to help
Ann Greenwood
October 9, 2008
Dear Auntie Claire, Lori, Jerry and Jerry Jr,
Our hearts go out to you. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
We will miss him dearly.
I can remember all the laughs we had at "The Market" . They are such great memories. He and Dad are probably reminiscing about the good old days.
Be at peace in knowing, he is with the Lord, and all his sisters and brothers.
Jim, Ann, & Larry (niece & nephew)
North Scituate
Kathy Maggiacomo (niece)
October 9, 2008
My dear Auntie Claire, Lori and Jerry, there are so many memories that I have to hold onto. I remember being at the house and all the good times we had. Uncle Jerry was quite the character and I will miss him deeply. He is at peace now with all his family, my dad and David which I am sure they are all watching over us. Find solace in the fact that he is not suffering any longer and awaits the time that you will be together again.
My condolences go out to you all, just hold on to all the memories. God Bless.
Jessica Vieira
October 9, 2008
Susan & Jerry,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts will be with you.
Nicole & David Maldonado
October 9, 2008
Dear Claire, Lori, & Jerry,
We are so sorry for your loss. I have so many happy memories of Jerry. Not to long ago I was just over there visiting with my children and it was so nice to see him smile! I will truly miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Carmella Trudeau
October 9, 2008
Lori & Family, you have my depest sympathy I know that words canot express how you all are feeling right now but please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this diffcult time. Lori just want you to know I'm here for you if you need a shoulder to cry on or just a friend to listen or talk to. Always Carmella & family
Roberta Randall
October 9, 2008
Claire,Lori,&Jerry,and Grandson Jerry,
You have my deepest sympathy and prayers at this time. I was honored to have known the family many years ago, and you are all special people. I regret not visiting as I was planning on doing so often. You will be in my prayers . God Bless You All!
Where's the macaroni and meatballs?!
October 8, 2008
Best Buddies
October 8, 2008
Merry Christmas! (2005)
October 8, 2008
Henryce Zannini
October 8, 2008
Dear Claire, Lori, and Gerry,
It was only two months ago when I chatted with Gerry. He was sitting at the edge of his front lawn on a beautiful summer day. I walked over, and we chatted for nearly an hour.
He was so upbeat and positive, commenting on the beautiful, sunny day. He said there was no better place to be in the world than sitting there looking at his lovely front yard. He said, "My wife did all this--can you believe it? It is so beautiful. There's no place else I need to be."
What a fantastic memory for me to have! Not to mention him helping Daddy carry our burning TV set out of our house many years ago!
One of my favorite memories is from just a couple of Christmases ago, when we took Daddy to your house to visit Gerry on Christmas Eve. That was the greatest Christmas present I ever experienced.
And so, I shall hold on to all the great memories and the years of happiness we have had with Gerry. I have been blessed that God placed him in my life. He was truly a wonderful, kind, gentle soul, and I miss him dearly already.
Fred and I are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts, hearts, and prayers are with you. God bless you.
PS - Gerry and Daddy are probably having a ball right now!
Sandra & John Santagata
October 8, 2008
Dear Jerry, Susan & Jerry Jr.,
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Jeremy,Marge, And Emily Pavao
October 8, 2008
We will all miss Jerry....I (Jeremy) have allways loved Jerry and enjoyed seeing him....Now Jerry and Grandpa Henry Zannini are together once again.....
Love always, The Pavao's
Jeremy, Marge, and Emily Pavao
October 8, 2008
We will always remember Jerry. I (Jeremy) have always loved Jerry and will miss him alot...Now Jerry and Grandpa Henry Zannini are together again...
Love The Pavao's
Barbara & David Kindstedt
October 8, 2008
Dear Claire, Jerry & Lori,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Jerry. May God comfort you at this time. We have many happy memories of him over the years.
Shirley Dolan R.N.
October 8, 2008
Dear Claire & Family,
I was so sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Ragosta. I and the old Firm II staff at the VA Primary Care Dept. extend our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Doug Lincoln
October 8, 2008
Claire,Jerry and Lori
My condolences to all of you.In the short time I was able to do therapy with your father I felt as though I was among family.My prayers are with you all.
Al Ruotolo
October 8, 2008
Uncle Jerry
You brought so much joy and laughs to so many, you will be missed. For me you were my Uncle and Godfather who watched over me, gave me advice and shared sorrow. You are now home with your Brother and Sisters. I am sure my Mom is smiling and so happy to see you. She truly loved you as you did her. Rest in peace and watch over Auntie Claire, Lori, Gerry, Susan and Jerry Jr. Until we meet again.
Love Nephew Brother
Lisa Hanlon
October 8, 2008
Auntie Claire, Lori & Jerry:
We are very sorry for your loss. We will all miss Uncle Jerry very much. I hope you find peace in remembering all the fond memories of your life with him. I know that I will miss his fun way of joking around with us kids all the time. It was always a delight to visit.
Love you all
Lisa, Kevin, Ryan and Morgan xoxoxo
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