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Ray Moretti Obituary
Ray Moretti, devoted husband and father, beloved grandfather to seven, passed peacefully into the heavens on Palm Sunday, March 20, 2016.
Ray lived to the happy old age of 85, leaving behind his loving wife of 52 years, Roberta "Bobbi" Moretti (Marthey) and his four children, Robb (Jennifer), Andy, Susan (Bobby) and John (Beth). He will be greatly missed by his six grandsons, Sam, Dominic, Roman, Mack, Bobby and Hayden and his one special granddaughter, Lauren (Lulu).
Born and raised in Wooster, Ohio, son of Arcangelo and Rosina Moretti, Ray, along with his nine sisters and two brothers, lived a happy and full life. Dad always said "We didn't have a lot of material things growing up but we had a lot of love!" This personified his family perfectly.
In his early years, Ray loved swimming in the creek, riding horses and scrambling for bathroom time with so many siblings.
After graduating from Wooster High School, he joined the Air Force, then earned his degree at Kent State. In 1963, he met the love of his life Bobbi Ann and married her in February, 1964. Over the next five years, Ray and Bobbi welcomed their four children into their homes in Kent and Cuyahoga Falls, as Ray started his career at Abbott Laboratories, retiring as a sales manager after 30 years.
Ray had a passion for golf, fishing, family and his church. After experiencing a life-changing stroke in 2000, Ray and Bobbi continued to live life to its fullest, traveling all over the world, watching their grandchildren grow up and prosper and spending Sundays laughing over pasta dinners at their home with their family.
Calling hours will be this Wednesday, March 23rd from 4 to 7 p.m. at Ciriello & Carr Funeral Home, 810 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls. Ray's life will be celebrated on Holy Thursday, March 24th, at 10 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 1905 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls. His body will be laid to rest at Northlawn Cemetery, 4727 State Road, Cuyahoga Falls. All are welcome to come remember and celebrate this beloved man at a luncheon hosted at the IHM Parish Center immediately following the burial. May his soul rest in peace and our hearts be healed, knowing he is with our Lord and Creator.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to The Summa Foundation, Stroke Support Group, 525 E. Market Street, Akron, Ohio 44304.
8 Entries
Tim Jones
March 24, 2016
Mrs.Moretti,Rob,Jen,Dom,and Lulu,
Tim and I are thinking of you and wishing you peace.
Tim and Debbie Jones
Kim Casenhiser
March 24, 2016
Dear Moretti Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ray. May you find comfort in knowing he had an amazing family and a life filled with love.
Stephanie Hummel
March 23, 2016
Dear Mrs. Moretti and family. I'm so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Mr. Moretti growing up in Wyoga Lake. He was such a great man and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. May God watch over all of you as you go through this difficult time.
Ron Hummel
March 23, 2016
To Bobbi and the family I wish to give my sympathy to all for the loss of Ray. I will pray to the dear Lord to give you strength and peace through this most difficult time. What a great neighbor and friend.
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Northlawn Memorial Gardens
March 22, 2016
With deepest sympathy from our staff,God bless you and your family.
Gary and Sharon Combs
March 22, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
(Stroke Support Group)
Steve Grescovich
March 22, 2016
The Moretti Family,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. God Bless!
Steve Grescovich
KATH HUBER FIRSTMERIT BANK
March 22, 2016
Bobbie and Family so sorry for your loss . RIP Mr. Moretti RIP
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