Photo courtesy of Reichel Funeral Home - Northampton
Aug 27, 1954 - May 4, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with the Orobono family. We had some good times and I learned a lot from Shihan
Emy
September 23, 2023
Some men demand respect and admiration. Some men live to be given to, poured into and fulfilled by others. Ralph was not that man. He was man who gave sacrificially to mold children and youth; to elicit self control, to teach them honor, to instill curtesy and respect for others. He had a presence of peace about him. Even though he could, fight to defend anything or anyone he loved or believed in. He lived a life of sacrifice. I will never forget him. My son is a disciplined, level headed,...
Colleen/Duncan Barker/rivenbark
July 17, 2023 | Northampton, PA | Student
I remember watching him play for the Phillies - man he could have been awesome.
Larry Strahm
July 06, 2023 | Other
I am saddened to hear about Shihans passing, knowing him from martial arts class, the man was a mentor to many and a great role model. Ralphs legacy will live on thru the hundreds of students he mentored, RIP Shihan.
Philip Nemeth
May 25, 2023 | Friend
Ralph was always very sweet to me. I grew up very good friends with his daughter Mary, and I have nothing but wonderful memories of him. Rest in peace, Ralph. My thoughts are with you all.
Melissa Kline
May 21, 2023 | Friend
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Ralph was a good all-around person, committed to his family, friends and anyone reaching out to him. I was my pleasure to both work with him and become a friend. He will not be forgotten!
Greg Heffelfinger
May 20, 2023 | Friend
Group of 10 Trees
Christina Tran
May 20, 2023
With deepest sympathy, it seems like yesterday cousin Ralph was showing me how-to throw a curve ball.
Frank Orobono
May 19, 2023 | Lewes, DE | Family
Single Tree
From The Nuss Family
May 17, 2023 | Coplay, PA
On May 4, 2023, Ralph Orobono passed from this Earth. He lived in Northampton, PA with his family for over fifteen years. He was married to Cynthia Orobono for 44 years. Ralph worked as a Warehouse/Transportation Manager for over 40 years. Ralph was a wonderful father to his children Anthony Orobono (daughter-in-law Hillary), James Orobono and Mary Orobono (fiancé Sean Graver.) Ralph was also a loving Pop-Pop to grandchildren Madison and Morgann. Teaching his children various sports like baseball, basketball, golf and martial arts. Ralph had many experiences from playing baseball with the Reading and Philadelphia Phillies. When injury ended his baseball career, it did not quell his passion for sports. Since the age of 18, Ralph taught youth groups in baseball and basketball. Martial Arts became his next passion and he excelled by earning three black belts from various schools and finally opening his own program. Elite Mixed Martial Arts Center opened in 2008. Shihan Ralph Orobono created a unique program adjusting the curriculum for each individual student. His credo is to "be the best you can be!" We will be holding a Memorial at Elite M.M.A. Center for our Shihan on June 10th, 2023 at 11 AM.
Services will be held on May 20th, 2023 at Reichel Funeral Home, 326 E. 21st St. in Northampton, PA. The visitation will occur from 9AM - 12PM. Services will start at Noon.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Furry Feet Rescue at 771 S. Cottonwood Rd Walnutport, PA 18088.
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