Ronald J. Radda

1933 - 2018

Ronald J. Radda of Williamsburg went to be with the Lord on August 6, 2018. He graduated from Manhattan College with a Bachelor of Science in Physics with a Chemistry and Math Minor. He went on to Columbia University in New York with graduate studies in Nuclear Physics and Systems Management. Ronald served for many years in the United States Army and Reserves as well as an Intelligence Officer both overseas and in the United States. Some of his passions included: scuba diving, sky diving, hunting and riding his motorcycle. Ronald is survived by his wife, Lan T. Radda of 37 years; his siblings and their families, Olivia "Sandy" Foley (Thomas) of Somers, NY and Henry Radda (Tania) of Phoenix, AZ. He was preceded in death by his sister, Diane Fazio (Ignazio) and parents Henry and Antoinette Radda. His children are: Veronica Radda (Giorgios Drivas) of Charlotte, NC, Donna Gavin (David) of Ashburn, VA, Valerie Corey of Leesburg, VA, Deirdre McInnis of McLean, VA, Thomas Radda of Sterling, VA and John Minh Radda. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Kevin Corey, Jr. (Ally), Christopher McInnis, Maureen Gavin, Robby Gavin and AmyAlissa Radda; and great-grandchildren, Austin Corey, Mason McInnis, Hunter McInnis and Kellan Corey; and by his many friends throughout his career, retirement, and his Church. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, August 11, 2018 at Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Catholic Charities, Alzheimer's Foundation of America, International FoxG1 Foundation, or Little Sisters of the Poor.