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LOUIS A. NATALE, JR.
WEST TRENTON
Louis A. Natale Jr., Chairman of the Board of Ritchie & Page Distributing Company, passed away at home on Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010 from complications of Pancreatic Cancer. He was born on April 9, 1934 in Baltimore, Md., where he graduated from Loyola High School. He then attended Gettysburg College, earning a degree in Business Administration. As a combat ready navigator during the cold war, Lou flew KC-97's for Strategic Air Command. In 1963, after several years in the clothing business, Lou came to Trenton, New Jersey as a principal in the Ritchie & Page Distributing Company. Serving first as Vice President, then as President, Lou spent the last six years as Chairman of the Board. Lou was respected in the corporate world of Anheuser-Busch, serving from 1996 to 1999 as a member of the Anheuser-Busch Wholesale Advisory Panel. Lou enjoyed a lifetime of community service. He served as a member of the Mercer County Chamber of Commerce for over 45 years, including serving on its Board of Directors and being named "Citizen of the Year" in 2006. He was also on the Boards of several other organizations including Roma Bank, the College of New Jersey Foundation, the 200 Club of Mercer County, the Titusville Academy, the Boys and Girls Club of Trenton and Mercer County and Boy's Town of Italy. He is a member of the Italian American Hall of Fame. Both the Boys and Girls Club and Boy's Town of Italy recognized him as "Man of the Year".
Son of the late Josephine Peduzzi and Louis A. Natale, Sr., he is survived by his wife of 52 years, Patricia Winter Natale: his daughter and son-in-law, Josephine Natale Cameron and her husband, Scott of Bellevue, WA; his three sons, Louis A. Natale, III and his wife, Catherine of Burlington, VT, Michael T. Natale of Hopewell and Christopher P. Natale and his wife, Michele of New Hope, PA; 11 grandchildren, Julie, Scott and Alex Cameron, Tia and Rowan Natale, Jane Natale Kleber, Gabrielle and Hannah Natale, Emma, Jack and Kaela Natale; 2 sisters, Kathryn Ryan of Hopewell and Lena Corrigan and her husband, Gene of Charlottesville, VA; and many nieces and nephews.
Lou philosophized that, "Life is what you make of it, you are responsible for your own actions and most of all, family always comes first." He loved life and enjoyed many recreational activities including deep-sea fishing, tennis, sailing and watching all sports, especially Notre Dame Football. He was an active member of Our Lady of Good Council Church for over 45 years, a member of the Trenton Country Club and The Little Egg Harbor Yacht Club.
In celebration of his life, a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, December 17 at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church at 11 a.m. The Church is located on 137 West Upper Ferry Road in Trenton, New Jersey. The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, December 16 from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the M. William Murphy Funeral Home, 935 Parkway Ave. Ewing, New Jersey. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Trenton and Mercer County 212 Centre Street, Trenton, New Jersey 08611-2294 online at www.bgctrenton.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Louis Natale
Elliot Ortiz
December 26, 2010
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the entire Natale family, especially Pat and Chris. I had the pleasure of working for Lou and Chris at Ritchie and Page for a wonderful 8 years. In that time I learned a lot from Lou and had great conversations on various topics in life and business. I always felt he genuinely cared about me not only as an employee but as a man. I will never forget Lou and his impact he had on my life. May God Bless you and the entire Natale family.
Donna & Ron Marinucci
December 22, 2010
I only new Phil for a short period in the realm of time. I can truly say what an honor it was to know and share conversation with him. He was a wonderful man who treated you as a long lost friend from the moment that he met you. I'm sure as with other great men he will be missed.
Our deepest condoloences to the entire Natale family. May he rest in peace.
December 16, 2010
Dear Pat and all the Natale Family,
We have lost two of the best and if there is a heaven, Lou and Ralph are raising a glass of Bud and cracking crabs right now. We love them and never will forget the joy of living they personified.
Fondly Judy Warson,
December 16, 2010
"May God grant peace and happiness to Lou and comfort to his family. Lou was a high point in the alcoholic beverage industry and will always be remembered as such." Jack Vassallo
December 16, 2010
Dear Pat & Family
Our sympathies go out to you and the family. Lou was a great and fun guy. I spent many hours on the tennis court with him over the years and have many fond memories. Andrew even remembers filling in at the club once and remarked how Lou always said hello to him. He couldn't get over the fact that and older guy would even remember a young kid, but that was Lou, just touching another persons life.
John,Janie & Andrew Theoharis
Terence & Marie
December 16, 2010
Mikey & Natale Family,
Our deepest condolences to the entire Natale Family....We are sorry to hear about your lost....Our Prayers are with you and your family.
Ed Potts
December 16, 2010
Very sad to learn of Lou`s passing.My condolences to his family. I had the pleasure of an association with Lou during my thirty years with Crown Beer Distributors in Wall, N.J.Rest in peace,Lou. Ed Potts, Retired, Lakewood
MicroMatic
December 16, 2010
Our deepest condolences to the Natale family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during these troubling times.
Hilda Cramp
December 16, 2010
Our Prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. He will be sadly missed by many.
Hilda Cramp and family
sue williams
December 14, 2010
Natale Family-I am so sorry for your loss. We all, in the bar and restaurant community, will feel the loss of such a strong figure in our local industry. Our families thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow and loss-The Williams Family (buddy's shamrock and La casa Liquors)
DEAN KEINTZ
December 14, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ida Doolan
December 14, 2010
Dear Mrs. Natale and family,
We at the SERV Foundation of SERV Behavioral Health System want to extend our sincere condolences to you in the loss of Lou Natale.
For many years, Lou was a great friend to our nonprofit organization, offering much needed support by serving on our Volley For SERV Tennis Tournament committee.
His caring nature, support and participation over the years have helped us to raise funds for individuals with severe mental illness and/or developmental disabilities.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.
In deepest sympathy, Keith V. Hamilton, Lisa Gerth and Ida Doolan (SERV Foundation, Ewing).
December 14, 2010
LOU WAS A GREAT FRIEND OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYES ARE WITH THE NATALE FAMILY JOHN SCARPATI SR AND FAMILY
December 14, 2010
My deepest condolences to the entire Natale Family upon the loss of Lou.
I first met Lou in the mid 1960's when I was hired by he and Tom during my summers off from Rutgers University. I first worked as a driver's helper with guys named Mike, Ted and Nobles unloading kegs and cases of beer. That's when Michelob came in those funny bottles. Later I was moved to the office staff and worked on the books for George and met salesmen named Big Jim and Bill.
Lou was able, with his business acumen and personality, to turn a then marginal operation with a couple of Quonset buildings into a fantastic business for the City of Trenton. Over the passing years we bumped into each other occasionally, most recently at the Bromley, where we talked about the "old days" on 3rd Street in the South Ward.
Lou certainly passed with a most impressive resume. He was a great guy with a great personality, and, I'm glad to have had the opportunity to work in his organization. The products were great too!
Sincerely, Ken Butko, Councilman-at-Large (1974-1978)
Scott and Mary Johnson
December 14, 2010
Natale Family,
We are sorry to here the loss of a love one and our prayers are with you all. He will be missed. God be with you all in strenght.
December 14, 2010
Lou was a great man and a great neighbor. We are so sorry to the whole Natale family for you loss.
The Noble Family
December 14, 2010
We are very saddened by Lou's passing and will miss him.
Everyone at VIP
Marie and Ron Rotunda
December 14, 2010
The world has loss a great kind man. Our thoughts and prayers are with Pat and the family.
Charles Villano
December 14, 2010
My memories of Lou and family will always be very special. Some of the fondest were on the tennis courts. Lou is certainly playing in heaven. A true gentleman to the end with a heart as big as a Clydesdale. We all will certainly miss you but Thanks for the Memories!!! Love Uncle Charlie
Timmi/jim Vesci
December 14, 2010
Dear Pat and Family, we were blessed to have shared a small part in Louie-louie's life. Such a powerful individual always ready for a game of tennis, a cold beer or just a time to sit and chat with friends. You will be missed dear friend!
Timmi and Jim Vesci
Cydney Anne Walton
December 14, 2010
Michael & Family,
I am sorry to hear about your father....my Prayers are with you and the girls, and your family during this time.
Much love always, Cydney
Ennio "Andy " and Gina Lieggi and Family
December 13, 2010
To Pat and Family,
We are deeply saddened by Lou's passing. There were so many good times we shared and will always remember him.
Ennio " Andy " and Gina Lieggi and Family
December 13, 2010
DEAR PAT, DUKE, JO, MICHAEL AND CHRIS,
ONE OF A KIND IS GONE!! YOU WERE BLESSED TO HAVE HIM AS A HUSBAND AND FATHER. WE WERE LUCKY TO HAVE LOU AS A GREAT FRIEND, COMPANION, ADVISOR, AND TENIIS PARTNER.
GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU,
PEGGY AND BILL MATE
Willie and Frank Wright
December 13, 2010
Pat and Family,
We were shocked and saddened to learn of Lou's passing. He and you were such wonderful friends when we lived in NJ and we will miss him. Our special condolences to you, Pat, who was his partner in life and love.
Jane Millner
December 13, 2010
Dear Pat, Chris and family, my deepest condolences. Lou was one of the nicest, kindest and most sincere people I have met since I stared working at St. Lawrence Rehab and Morris Hall twelve years ago. It is a great loss to our community and we will all miss him very much.
Jane Millner, Lawrenceville, NJ
December 13, 2010
mrs natale sorry to hear about lou,he was a good friend,godbless all*
December 13, 2010
Dear Pat and Family, Our heartfelt condolences to you all. We have wonderful memories of sharing special moments with your family. Lou was so generous with his time and his love of family was always so evident. We will miss him.
The Brennan Family
December 13, 2010
I write this with a great deal of emotion.Lou is one of my favorite people.Everything about him is what we all try to be.He will be sorely missed by all
Our deepest condolences to Pat and family.
Gil and Diane Gilfillan
Linda and Bob Lippincott
December 13, 2010
Dear Pat and Family,
Our sincere condolences. Lou was such a wonderful man. He had a zest and love of life that we truly admired. His love of family and friends was inspirational. We will miss him. God bless you all.
~
Grant and Carol Beske
December 13, 2010
Pat and Family,
We have the wonderful memories and good times that Lou was so much a part of in our lives. He was a loving and giving man and we are grateful to have his friendship. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Brianne Meehan
December 13, 2010
Pat and Family,
My sincere condolences. Lou was such a wonderful person and he will be missed.
Brianne
Bob@DEB UNVERZAGT
December 13, 2010
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Lonny Laurenti
December 13, 2010
My deepest condolences to Pat and family. Lou was such a good guy! He will be missed.
Bob & Sandra Durst
December 13, 2010
Dear Pat and Family,
My sincere condolences.
Lou was a gentleman and a wonderful guy.
He will be missed by all he touched.
Bob and Sandra Durst
Peter F J Lieggi
December 12, 2010
Dear Mrs Natale and Family,
It deeply saddens me to learn of Lou's passing. He was always a pleasure to see whether it was at dinner or at a Event or just in passing in a Mall. For 26 years as this writer remembers him, as long as there was a cold Bud Light in the beer box from his beloved Ritchie and Page and a expresso from a old fashioned pot after enjoying his dinner he was happy. If you didn't have a certain type of beer he made sure it was there the next business day. My parents still remember and tell me about the beautiful dinner the two of you cooked for them in the 80's and Don Ottaunick and his wife at your home. My dad and mom say that was "good old times " and of the years they knew you not only at other restaurants my father worked, but also owned. His Suffering is Over and May He Have Eternal Rest as He Enters New Life Until We Meet Again in the Firmament of Heaven. May God Bless You All.
Pete Lieggi
formerly of Lieggi's Ewing Manor
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