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Mary Ronca Obituary
AGE: 97 • Raritan
Mary W. Ronca, died Tuesday, May 15 at Green Knoll Care and Rehabilitation Center, Bridgewater surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Ronca was born in Somerville and resided in Raritan for most of her life. She was a member of the St. Ann's Church in Raritan and their Altar Rosary Society and the church's Senior Citizens. Her husband, Eugene, passed away in 1985 and her daughter, Linda Kozic, in 2004.
Surviving are her sons Eugene Jr. (wife Susan) of Somerville, Robert (wife Patricia) of Raritan and John (wife Patricia) of Bloomsbury, 9 grandchildren Kenneth, Kimberly, Debra, Denise, Cynthia, Steven, Scott, Shannon and Rebecca and 8 great grandchildren, Leanna, Devin, Daniel, Ronica, Wildie, Matthew, Andrew and Alice and 2 great great grandchildren Jayde and Addison. Her siblings Joseph, Anna, Michael and John Wirzman and Julia Graf are predeceased.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30am on Saturday, May 19, at St. Ann's Church, Raritan. Interment to follow at the Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Somerville. Visiting hours from 2-4pm and 7-9pm on Friday, May 18 at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 400 Morris Ave., Suite 251, Denville, NJ 07834-1365
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for Mary Ronca
Pam Febo
May 11, 2019
I continue to think of Mary and her loving family. She was such a lovely person. And always full of spunk! God bless Mary and the Ronca family.
Colleen Carpenter
May 24, 2012
I offer my condolences to the Ronca family. I had the pleasure of meeting Mary in my capacity as Activity Assistant at Green Knoll. Mary was warm, loving, and friendly.
We shared the gift of singing and adored music. Last Christmas I remember seeing Mary sitting with her eyes closed and humming the song "Silent Night." I was amazed by the fact that the key and pitch were perfect, despite the fact that she was just humming. That's when I knew Mary was a pro! It truly touched my heart because it sounded so beautiful and I'll never forget it. I'll miss my songbird Mary Ronca. Rest in peace...
Pam Febo
May 18, 2012
My greatest sympathies to the Ronca family. I saw how loved Mary was when you all came to see her. I fell in love with Mary as her caregiver. She was so full of life especially when we cooked or sang songs. She knew them all & taught those around her. When ever I hear "Blueberry Hill" I will think of her with a smile!
Jennifer Podejko
May 18, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss..Love & Prayers to all of you.. Jennifer Podejko
Evan Charpentier
May 18, 2012
Gram Ronca seemed really awesome. Very sorry for your loss.
Julia Angel Wirzman
May 18, 2012
My condolence from deepest my heart, May she rest in peace. God loves her and take her back to heaven. she will be together with St. Mary, the mother of God ... Amin.
BOB & CAROLYN DALEY
May 17, 2012
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY .
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