Ronald Anthony Caputo

Ronald Anthony Caputo, 84, of Florence, Oregon, passed away on September 2, 2025.

Born on March 2, 1941, in Portland, Oregon, Ron was the second of six children born to Louis and Lola (Hunt) Caputo. He grew up in Portland and graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1959.

After high school, Ron enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserve.

In 1963, Ron met Judy Brookins, and the two were married in 1964. They first made their home in Garden Home, before moving to Beaverton, Oregon. Ron and Judy had four children.

Ron co-founded Beaverton Lighting with his brother Jerry and later worked as an electrician in Alaska.

In 1993, Ron and Judy moved to Florence, where they purchased West Lane Plumbing from Don and Jean Mulvaney.

Throughout his life, Ron was deeply committed to both his faith and his community. While living in Beaverton, he volunteered as a youth soccer coach and was an active member of Saint Cecilia's Men's Club. In Florence, Ron was involved with St Mary, Our Lady of the Dunes Men's Club.

Ron was especially proud of his involvement with Rotary International, where he held numerous leadership roles with a focus on the Global Grant program. For many years he volunteered with the Salmon and Trout Enhancement Program (STEP), helping to restore local fish populations and support stream conservation efforts. He contributed to the broader Florence community by serving on the Florence Port Commission and Urban Renewal Agency and he was a member of the Rhododendron Society. In recognition of his community service, Ron was honored as Florence's First Citizen 2016.

A lover of the outdoors, Ron enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family and friends.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Lola Caputo, and his siblings Paul Caputo and Sharon Vanderzanden.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Judy; four children: David Caputo and Jennifer Lawler of Nehalem, Dana and Doug Davis of Forest Grove, Christine Caputo of Hillsboro, and Dominic Caputo and Jacob Brostoff of Portland; two brothers and their wives, Jerry and Lori Caputo of Nehalem and Steven and Sharon Caputo of Salem; his sister, Julie Caputo of Portland; eight grandchildren: Stephanie, Jennifer, Cassandra, Gabby, Sarah, Luke, Joseph, and Mary Beth; as well as many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Mass and reception will be held September 18th at 11:00AM at Saint Cecilia in Beaverton. A Funeral Mass and reception will be held October 4th at 11:00AM at St Mary, Our Lady of the Dunes in Florence.