Ronald J. Buoncuore Sr.

Ronald J. Buoncuore, Sr.

On October 5, 2025, of Washington Twp. Age 84. Beloved husband of the late Connie (nee Caiazzo). Devoted father of Ronald J. Buoncuore Jr. (Teri) and Christina Buoncuore. Loving grandfather of Ashley (Jamie), Kyle (Taryn), and Timothy (Niki). Proud great-grandfather of Michael and Juliana. Dear brother of Russell Buoncuore (Myrt) and the late Theresa, Carmen, Rosie, John, Joe, and Raymond. Loved by many nieces and nephews.

Loved, Enjoyed, and Remembered..

Ron was born as a twin in 1941 and was the youngest of 8 children. As a child, he traveled to Italy with his mother and lived there for a short period of time. He always used to brag about how he and his friends were the first people to ride their bikes across the Delaware Memorial Bridge, even before the official ribbon was even cut. He was definitely a troublemaker growing up and had a bad boy past, but eventually grew into a good, family man. He loved cars, motorcycles, and the horse tracks. He traveled with his motorcycle club all up and down the east coast with his wife and he even owned a few racehorses of his own back in his prime. He was an entrepreneur, owning a bagel shop in the 80's then eventually starting his own trucking company which became a family business and a legacy he passed down.

He got married to his love, Concetta, in 1968 and had two children, Ronnie and Christina. He loved to stay active and occupied by playing softball, swimming (he could swim laps underwater without coming up even though he smoked two packs a day). And in his later years he enjoyed golfing, bowling, cornhole, and shuffleboard especially with his buddies in Florida. He absolutely loved to sing karaoke and dance; Ron was definitely not afraid of a crowd. He and his wife, Connie, hosted many family events including birthdays and holidays. You bet they had karaoke going in the living room.

After suddenly losing Connie in 2008, he spent about 7 years in NJ contemplating his next move. He would have kept working until his last day if his son Ronnie had let him. Eventually, he moved to Clearwater, FL and that would become his primary residence. He started a new and independent life down there but would always come back to visit. He made new friends and was well known at his park, always having people over his house or stopping by his porch to chat, or just waving as they went by. Everybody down there has a story to share about him.

Whether he was in NJ or FL, he always loved to sit on the porch and smoke his Lucky Strikes. Anyone who has met Ron will tell you he was a spitfire. He was stubborn, he was feisty, and he had no problem saying how he felt. As Frank Sinatra said, he did it HIS way. He had a tough exterior, but also had his soft side and would do anything for anyone in need.

He fought so hard for the last 15 months to beat his cancer. Even though he endured multiple surgeries, endless treatments and appointments, he still pushed every day to make it through. In his final months, he spent most days watching shows with his son Ronnie and daughter-in-law Teri and was very excited for the Phillies and Eagles games. He also loved to spend time with his daughter Tina and eat all of her yummy food that reminded him of his wife's cooking. He knows how much they've done for him over the years and how hard they fought for him. Visits with his grandchildren and his great grandson Michael, singing songs and giving big hugs. When he got his PET scan last week, he was worried his time was very limited. He was hopeful future treatments would allow him a few more months to meet his newest great grandchild in January. We're all very saddened by his death, he will be very missed every single day. And we'll always remember his smart mouth, his silly personality, and his fight to keep going til the end.

Family and friends are invited to attend his viewing Thursday, October 9 th 9:00 – 10:30 AM at the Egizi Funeral Home, 119 Ganttown Rd., Washington Twp. Funeral service 10:30 AM. Entombment Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Ron's memory may be made to The American Cancer Society.

The family requests that you dress casual and your favorite sports attire is acceptable.

"A Life Well Lived Is Worth Remembering"