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Ralph Palaia Obituary
RALPH F. SR., 88 yrs, on Dec. 11, 2005 of Shannondell, Valley Forge, PA, formerly of Hershey's Mill, W.C., PA., loving husband of 60 yrs to Carolyn (nee Teti-Gonnelli), beloved father of Lynne Palaia-Dane (Brian) of Vancouver, B.C., Richard J. Palaia (MaryJo) of Royersford, PA, predeceased by son Ralph F. Palaia Jr., loving father-in-law of Grace Palaia, proud grandfather of 7, step grandfather of 2, predeceased by grandson David Malecot, brother of George Palaia, Jerry Palaia, Elizabeth Rosenstein and Senator Joseph Palaia. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Sat. 8-10:15 A.M. at THE DONOHUE FUNERAL HOME, 1627 WEST CHESTER PIKE (COR. OF HILLTOP RD.), WESTTOWN-WEST CHESTER, followed by Mass of Christian Burial 11 A.M. at S.S. Peter and Paul Church, Boot Road, E. Goshen, PA. Int. S.S. Peter and Paul Cem. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Ralph F. Palaia Sr., Scholarship Fund, William Penn Charter School. 3000 West School House Lane, Phila. PA 19144.
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The Melton Family
December 16, 2005
We were so sorry hear of Mr. Palaia's passing. He was a very special man, who has made a lasting impression on so many lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Christina, Bill, Tyler and Victoria
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