Oriazio Pasquale Rufo

Oriazio Pasquale Rufo obituary

Oriazio Pasquale Rufo

Oriazio Rufo Obituary

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NEW BEDFORD – Oriazio Pasquale "Ray" Rufo, 89, of Acushnet, died Friday, August 15, 2025 at The Oaks Rehabilitation Center in New Bedford. He was the husband of the late Kim (Correia) Rufo.

Born in Melrose, raised in and around Middleboro and South Boston, he was the son of the late Pasquale and Delta (Crowell) Rufo. Oriazio lived a long and varied life, finding joy in politics, gardening, reading, and golf. Those who knew him well will always hold a special place for PBS in their hearts.

He is survived by his children, Devon Rufo and Ryan Correia and his wife Anne Correia; his sister, Lillian Hughes; his brother, Robert Rufo; two grandchildren, Raegan and Kendall; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his siblings, Pasquale Rufo, Virginia Snyder, and Elsie Guinto.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit on Saturday, September 6th at Chapman Funerals & Cremations – Wareham, 2599 Cranberry Hwy. (Rt. 28), Wareham beginning at 4 pm, with a prayer service at 5 pm.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Wareham

2599 Cranberry Highway (Route 28), Wareham, MA 02571

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