Ralph Compagnone
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Pat & Mark Arndt
June 19, 2016
Jane, Mark and I were just told of your loss. We are so sorry. Our prayers go out for you and your family.
Carolyn Schenk
November 2, 2015
Jane, we were so saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved Ralph. You and the family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Richard & Carolyn Schenk
Litchfield Park, Arizona
October 30, 2015
My Sincerest Condolences to The Family.
Taye C Coles
John C Hebeisen
October 25, 2015
The John Hebeisen family is deeply saddened to hear of Ralph's premature death. He will be sorely missed by us and by many as a strong but gentle man who loved his family and his friends. Our family moved to Woodhaven Drive, Mt. Lebanon in the early 70's and were quickly taken under wing by a close knit neighborhood group. Ralph and Jane soon joined and became prime movers in that group. We stayed until 1981 and the warmth and energy of that group has stayed in all our memories ever since. Ralph's passion for sports infected us all and we quickly became Steelers, Pirates, Pitt and Duquesne fans as the sports teams dominated in the 70's. His passion for the college Final Four has stayed with me as if I need to remember the teams, players and scores so I could survive an intelligent conversation with Ra
John, Marge, Steve, Bob, Mark and Laura Hebeisen
lph about the results.
Ralph and Jane got us involved in all sorts of community and sporting events in Pittsburgh. My personal favorite during Brandywine days was a Beer Taste at historic Chiodo's Tavern in Homestead. Of course, Ralph flashed Jane and me a signal which beer was the Iron City. The next morning Jane and I were front and center on the front page of the Post Gazette, surrounded by beer glasses. I actually received fan mail from Hebeisens I never met over that photo. Ralph was a sparkplug that helped make life in Pittsburgh fun. This continued even after we moved to New England because of their ties into the Boston area. We will miss him very much.
We extend our deepest sympathies to Jane, Brian, TJ and the whole family.
In Love and Peace,
John, Marge, Steve, Bob, Mark and Laura Hebeisen
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John Hebeisen
October 24, 2015
charles zezza
October 24, 2015
MRS. COMPAGNONE AND FAMILY SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF MR. COMPAGNONE HE WILL BE MISSED. HE WAS GREAT FRIEND TO MY FATHER AND FAMILY. CHARLES ZEZZA AND FAMILY
October 24, 2015
We all looked up to Ralph in our neighborhood. He never let us down. He was a great guy. I'm sorry for your loss.
Paul Glanville
Karen Farrell
October 23, 2015
Ralph was a great boss, and a wonderful friend. He will be missed. You have my deepest sympathies.
October 23, 2015
Jane,
Deepest condolences. Ralph will always be remembered as a classy gentleman who was a model and leader to many young athletes. We fondly remember Ralph during his successful tenure at St. A's during the 70's. He will be sorely missed by all.
Bill and Pat Biesecker
Murrysville
Darlene Rickard
October 23, 2015
I will always remember Ralph and Toto. They were always at the Rickard house when they all worked at Brandywine. Such great people!! RIP Ralph! You will be missed. My condolences to his family. May good memories get you through this difficult time. God Bless
October 23, 2015
Brian and TJ - I am very sorry about your Dad. Please know you, your Mom and your entire family are in my thoughts.
Allison Feldman
Albert D'Alo
October 23, 2015
Dear Mrs. C, T.J., Brian, and family...Ralph meant so much to me because of his integrity, smile, and kind heart. He truly was a second father to me and I feel terrible for your loss. It does get better with time, but in truth a part of us is never the same. I take a lot of fond memories with me: the story telling, the smile, and the sincere listening. I hope you know that everyone admired him for the life he led and the family he raised. I am so grateful for the time we had together and I know he is in a better place. God bless you! - Albert
October 23, 2015
Dear Jane, Brian, and T.J. I have so many fond memories of Ralph and our days of basketball at St. Anselms. He was truly one of the best Carol & Lou Abel
October 23, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss! Ralph was a true gentleman with the greatest smile. Sending much love and prayers!
Denise Garasic(Rohm)
Sean Farrell
October 23, 2015
Ralph was always fantastic to my brother and I, you have my deepest condolences.
Sean Farrell
October 23, 2015
Jane, We have such fond memories of Ralph. He was a kind and gracious gentleman. Our sincere condolences to you and the family.This was very sad news to our family. Blessings to all.
Lucy Cravotta
October 23, 2015
Dear Terry and Compagnone family,
I was so sad to hear that Ralph passed away. He was truly a great guy.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Elaine Wittlin
October 23, 2015
Dear Jane and Family, Our Family extends our deepest sympathy, our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. May happy times and wonderful memories help all of you in the future. All our Love. Elaine,Chuck,Mike Wittlin. Eric,Sharon Perelman.
October 23, 2015
Mrs Compagnone, Brian and TJ,
So sorry for your loss. He was a great man, husband and father. I recall his positive influence to us children. Tough and caring at the same time and a genuine role model. Our prayers are with your whole family.
Deepest sympathies,
Jeff and Stephanie Barber and boys
October 22, 2015
Jane : We will always remember Ralph and what a wonderful person he was. He will be remembered in our prayers always. Andy and Kay Zezza
October 22, 2015
To Jane,Brian, and TJ my deepest condolences to you. I worked with Ralph at St.A's. He was such a great guy. He was a great storyteller and fun to be around. I also had the pleasure of teaching Terry and Toto. Terry, I offer you my my sympathy for your loss.
Let us all be thankful for having Ralph in our lives. He made us all better.
Jim Fadgen Robinson Twp. Pa.
Peter Devlin
October 22, 2015
I graduated from St. A's with Ralph in 1964.
Our roads soon diverged and we didn't meet again for 50-years, at last year's reunion.
Ralph had changed little physically over five decades. He also seemed to have the same wonderful heart that made him loved by all his classmates.
He was a class act then. He was still a class act when I saw him in 2014.
I trust he's in a better place. I'm certain he'll occupy a spot in my heart until it's my turn to join him.
I never knew his family, but I offer condolences to you across the miles.
October 22, 2015
When a good friend becomes a memory, the memories become a treasure etched in your mind forever. God Bless You My Brother....TUCH
LORRAINE SERGY
October 22, 2015
JANE AND FAMILY,
I WAS SO SAD TO HEAR ABOUT RALPH. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE OLD DAYS AT BRANDYWINE.
WORKING FOR HIS FAMILY WAS THE BEST. YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS.
Sally Kaye
October 22, 2015
Ah Jane, TJ and Brian, I am so sad to learn of this. No one could make me laugh like Ralph...
Coleen Fox Humberson
October 22, 2015
Dear Jane Brian, and T.J. Terry & Vinnie
My prayers are with all of you on the lost of your husband, father and brother. I have so many great memories of all of us in the 70"s.Jane please take care, I will be thinking of you.
Love
Coleen
Bruce and Von Moreau
October 22, 2015
Jane and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Bruce is so grateful that Ralph stopped by the shop not long ago to share stories just like the old days. What a wonderful man and truly will be missed by all.
You are in our prayers.
Love, Von and Bruce
Kate Gatto
October 22, 2015
A truly wonderful man. He will be missed.
October 22, 2015
Dearest Jane, T.J. & Brian-Sending much love and our deepest condolences. Josie loved Ralph & his wonderful smile. God bless him.
The Scarpaci Family-
Darlene, Josette, Joe & Sam
MARLENE SMITH
October 22, 2015
Dear Terry and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. You have my deepest sympathy. May the eternal light shine upon him.
Bill Luconti
October 22, 2015
Mr. Compagnone was one of my teachers at saint Anselm High School in Swissvale. He was a wonderful teacher, who was firm but fair. One of the best basketball players I have ever had the pleasure to see play. I am thankful to have known and would like to pass my condolences to his family. He certainly left an impact on my life.
Renee and John McCaffrey
October 22, 2015
Jane,you were so positive,I was hoping that you were right. My dear friend,I'm so sorry. God bless you and your family. I am so sad, Ralph was the best! So big and strong, never expected this. He will be missed by so many people. He was my dear,dear friend,I'll never forget him.
Tom Mooney
October 22, 2015
Mr. Compagnone was one of the most genuine and generous people I have ever met; he reminded you of how to treat others by the way he treated you.
Chuck Matrazzo
October 22, 2015
R.I.P.,coach. - Braddock High School 1970
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