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Ronald V. Zappacosta Sr.
FUNERAL HOME
1630 Edmondson Ave
Catonsville, Maryland
UPCOMING SERVICE
Visitation
Nov. 13, 2025
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sterling Ashton Schwab Witzke Funeral Home of Catonsville. Inc.
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He is survived by his loving sons, Ronald Jr. (Tracey) and David (Caitlin); his siblings, Joseph Jr., Mary Jeanne Kushner, and Russell Zappacosta; and his cherished grandchildren-Caitlin, Lauren, Eliza, and Colette Zappacosta. Ron was preceded in death-19 years to the day-by his devoted companion, Diane E. Kraus.
Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation at Sterling-Ashton-Schwab-Witzke Funeral Home of Catonsville, Inc., 1630 Edmondson Avenue, on Thursday, November 13, from 3–5 PM and 7–9 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph's Monastery, 3801 Old Frederick Road, Baltimore, MD, on Friday, November 14, at 10:30 AM, followed by interment at Druid Ridge Cemetery, Pikesville, MD.
Ron courageously battled COPD for several years, which ultimately took his life. He was deeply grateful for the compassionate care he received from Dr. Anna Gersten and the team at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Breathlessness Clinic.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Breathlessness Clinic via the following donation page: http://secure.jhu.edu/form/pccm. Please select the "Dr. Anna Gersten Gift Fund" and list Ron Zappacosta as the Gift Honoree.
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Catherine Downey
Earlier today
Dear Dave, Ron and family,
I loved Ron. He was an amazing man with a huge heart and great stories. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. My heart breaks for your loss.
Sending love,
Catherine and family
Mary Leigh
Yesterday
Dear Dave and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!! I know your Dad will be greatly missed. May you find strength in your wonderful memories!
Love,
Mary Leigh and Family
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