Salvatore R. Ribaudo

Salvatore R. Ribaudo

Salvatore Ribaudo Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 8, 2008.
Salvatore R. (Torey) Ribaudo, 13, of Lake Ariel died Sunday in the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia after a courageous battle with his illness.

Born in Scranton, he was the son of Salvatore (Sonny) and Robin Zampano Ribaudo Jr.

He was an honor student at Western Wayne Middle School, having just completed seventh grade. He enjoyed playing Challenger baseball and soccer. He was an avid fan of professional wrestling. Torey had just returned from traveling to Big Sky Adventure Camp in Montana.

He was loved by all his family and friends. He was an inspiration to all who knew him for his fighting attitude and his ability to overcome many challenges and obstacles throughout his life. He has touched many lives in a very short amount of time. He will be missed by his family and friends especially his companion "Ruthy," Torey's labrador service dog.

Also surviving are paternal grandparents, Salvatore and Marge Ribaudo Sr., Pittston; maternal grandparents, Dennis and Ada Zampano, Scranton; aunt, Michelle Ribaudo, Duryea; and numerous other cousins, family and friends.

He was preceded in death by two uncles, Richard Zampano and Paul Ribaudo.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 8 p.m. from Carlucci-Golden-DeSantis Funeral Home, 318 E. Drinker St., Dunmore. Friends may call Wednesday, 4 to 8 p.m.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Ride for Diane Inc., 53 Salem Ave., Suite 2, Carbondale, PA 18407, www.ridefordiane.com.

To leave an online condolence, which will be read during the funeral service, please visit www.cgdfuneralhome.com.

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May 8, 2025

Michael wisnewski posted to the memorial.

July 19, 2008

Ray Smith Jr. posted to the memorial.

July 13, 2008

Briana Lennon posted to the memorial.

Michael wisnewski

May 8, 2025

Sonny is my friend I'm sorry to hear about his son my he rest in heaven

Ray Smith Jr.

July 19, 2008

Sonny, although I did not know your beloved son and only visted you for a couple of weeks, I can tell from the peple who know and knew your son that they have the same impression that I have of you. Your son Torey must have been what you and your wife Robin made him. A joy. I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do please call me. Ray

Briana Lennon

July 13, 2008

Dear Sonny and Robin, i'm sorry for your loss. Torey was an awesome kid. He never gave up and thats something that i will always remember about him.

Marie and Fred Gestl

July 13, 2008

Jesus said, Let the little children
come to me, and do not hinder
them, for the kingdom of God
belongs to such as these.

Margaret,Joe,Patricia,Anthony & Dominic Ribaudo

July 10, 2008

I have written, & re-written this note, but, there are no words that can express nor, can I bear to even imagine the pain of your loss....

A beautiful little light was taken from the world,
and carried to heaven....
The world is a much darker place,
but heavens light glows more radiant then ever,
Torey has gone home.....


We love you,

Nikki Shafer

July 9, 2008

Robin, and Sonny

I am so very sorry for your loss.
Torey was an awesome boy, he was always full of smile and cheer, Torey touched my life in a way not many people do. Torey makes me look at my life, and say "I have nothing to worry about" If Torey can make it through life with all the challenges and still be strong than so can I"
My thoughts and Prayers are with you all. I had the great pleasure of getting to know Torey while he was at NPPS

Kelly Fendelander (aide at middle school)

July 9, 2008

I am truly sorry for your loss. Torry was such an inspiration and very courageous. He will be greatly missed.

Dakota Pace

July 9, 2008

I am terribly sorry for the loss of your son, Torey. He is now with our creator and is safe, happy and playing baseball freely with no restictions. I will miss his warm, smiling face and positive attitude.

Zach Lansdowne

July 9, 2008

Robin and Sonny - Let Torey's spirit always remain in your hearts forever. I know he will in mine. He taught me to not give up no matter how hard things got. I will remember all the times we had shared, games we played, and lessons I learned. I'm glad Torey was a part of my life.

Sharon Giombetti

July 9, 2008

Dear Robin and Sonny,
Leo, Sharon, Samantha and Bethany are so very sorry for your loss. Torey was an amazing young boy. He touched our hearts very deeply. We will always remember The Coney Island Summer at Lake Genero and the unique hotdogs we all tried!
We will miss him but we will never forget him. He is a special angel and will always be looking out for his family and friends. Much love to you all, The Giombetti family

Donna Veno

July 9, 2008

Robin and Sonny I am so very sorry for your loss. Torey was an extrordinary child with so much love to share, he has touched so many and will continue to do so. I wish I could be there with you to hold your hand, hug you or to just be. I love you both my thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

Isabel Parry

July 8, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Ribaudo,
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your son Torey. I had the privilege of knowing him by being his Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten teacher at Hamlin Elementary Center. I will never forget his ear to ear smile; it was so brilliant and radiant, it always lit up the classroom! May you be comforted by all the wonderful memories you hold in your heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With Love and Sympathy,

Jennifer McMillan

July 8, 2008

Robin & Sonny,
Wishing you the light of love, the warmth of memory and the comfort of knowing your son will be remembered always through so many of us. He is in our hearts never to be forgotten.

Jamie Miller

July 8, 2008

Our family is very sorry for your loss. My son Andy had the pleasure to meet Torey for the first time in kindergarten. They shared every single grade together thereafter. Torey has always been considered a family member to us.

Andy is pleased to be considered a friend of Torey's and he will always remember Torey's birthday party at your house with Ryan.

Margaret Bognatz

July 8, 2008

Robin, I just want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time of great loss. Torey was truly and angel. I am so glad he had a great vacation with his Mom in Montana, you will have some wonderful memories. Margaret

Mare Long

July 8, 2008

Robin, I just want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time of great loss. Torey was an extrodinary child with alot of strength and will power to go through what he did at such a young age. Again...my deepest sympathy.

Tammy Potter

July 8, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss. Torey was a sweet boy whom I will remember fondly. I knew Torey from when I worked at St. Joe's and I know he will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Linda Grimail

July 8, 2008

To Torey's parents: I am a friend of Nancy Lansdowne and have had the privilege of knowing Torey through many conversations with Nancy. He has touched me like no other. I am deeply sorry for your loss and offer my most sincere sympathies.

Andrea Justice

July 8, 2008

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of being Torey's fifth grade teacher and I feel blessed for the time I had with him. His courage, strength and positive attitude was, and will continue to be, an inspiration to all who knew him.

Sandra & Arthur Toy

July 8, 2008

Sonny and Robin..We are deeply sorry for your loss. Torey was such an inspiration to us and many members of the Order of the Eastern Star.

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July 8, 2008

sonny and robin,we were so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved son,our prayers are with you always,your son is with our creator,in total happiness,and you will see him again,god bless.

Tina Gregorski

July 8, 2008

Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this trying time. My daughter went to school with Torey from the time he was in Day Care. I also had the wonderful priviledge of being with Torey while he attending NPPS. Thank you so much for sharing Torey with us...he will be missed greatly!!

Sandy Enslin

July 8, 2008

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Torey touched my heart so very much when he was a student at Hamlin Elementary. He will always be in my thoughts. God Bless all of you.

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