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Ralph Montecalvo Obituary
(RIFF) 87, of Johnston. On October 29th at 3:45 p.m. a gentle heart stopped beating. Ralph was the much loved husband for 54 years of Claire (Grelle) Montecalvo.
Born in Providence a son of the late Giovanni and Filomena (Rago) Montecalvo. He was a proud WW II Navy Veteran.
He was the loved father of Mindy Montecalvo and the adoring grandfather of David Morra Jr. and Brianna Dorsi, all of Johnston. He was the brother of the late Joseph Montecalvo.
His funeral is Tuesday at 10 a.m. from "WOODLAWN" Funeral Home, 600 Pontiac Ave., Cranston, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in Our Lady of Grace Church, Johnston. Burial with military honors will be in St. Ann's Cemetery. Visitation
TUESDAY MORNING 9-10a.m. www.WoodlawnGattone.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Montecalvo
Maureen O'Donoghue-Kleeman
November 23, 2010
Dear Mrs. Montecalvo and Mindy,
It has been many years, but I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Montecalvo. I have fond memories of all of you. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Warm regards,
Maureen O'Donoghue-Kleeman
Cousin Murf
November 4, 2010
Your wedding day, at 4 years old, I can remember putting on the little tux as your ring bearer, being afraid to ride in the limo is a memory I will always cherish, what as I thinking? God Bless and lots of love!
Cousin Murf/Frank and Helen Grelle
November 4, 2010
Dear Claire and Family,
Our sincere sympathies for your tremendous loss of Riff. He was a wonderful man, with a kind heart and a beautiful outlook on life. Our prayers are with you for strength during this difficult time.
I have such good memories of you when I was a child when we visited. It was always a visit I looked forward to.
November 3, 2010
Claire my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. He was a kind and gentle man. He will be missed.
Carol Gesualdi
Janice
November 2, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Diane Lang
November 2, 2010
Claire, I was so surprised to hear about your loss. You know he is with Tina and Louie right now just like the old days. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family.
love John and Dian Lang
Kebra
November 1, 2010
Dear Montecalvo Family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of Ralph. He was a kind man and always had me laughing while working with him at the Wellness Center. He will be missed very much.
Sandy Famiglietti
November 1, 2010
My darling I hear you crying
your tears upon my cheek,
Your arms like wings caressing me
each word a struggle to speak.
The injury that comes with parting
the hour we know not when,
Genuine happiness the binding root
the joys of family and friends.
Shed a tear for happiness
for it is happiness I've come to know,
For all that we have shared on earth
my heart has found it's home.
Love is all, it's all about love
I have seen it's beauty and truth,
I have lived and I have loved,
and it's all because of you.
I know that we will meet again
spiritual wisdom tells me so,
I'll hold you close within my arms
and never let you go.
In every breath the words "I love you"
the treasure that lies in time
If you believe as I believe-
Love never says goodbye.
Sandy Lane Famiglietti
Always in our hearts,
From the Lane Family,
Ann, Walter, John and Brian
Kris R.I. Hospital Staff
November 1, 2010
Dear Montecalvo Family,
Ralph was such a sweet and gentle man who was a pleasure to care for. My prayers go out to your very loving and caring family.
Michael Ryan
November 1, 2010
Mindy and Family,
We were saddened to learn of your father's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult of times.
joan Dorsi
November 1, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patricia Berry
November 1, 2010
Dearest Claire, Mindy and Family:
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
It was such a pleasure to have had the opportunity of meet Ralph.
Wishing you peace and comfort at this most difficult time.
Love Pat Berry (Dr. Weiner's Office)
David Minicucci
November 1, 2010
I worked with Ralph in the Cowling and Fairing shop at Quonset Point in the 1960's and he was one of the nicest, kindest person one would meet. I remember when he got married to a girl from Courtland Street and I think her dad owned a barber shop on Vinton Street in Providence. I lived on Tell Street and he and I would always talk about Federal Hill and all its characters. He will be missed.
Louis R. & Dorothy Stravato
November 1, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
November 1, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with you all, may you find peace in the wonderful memories that you have shared. Patti Corcoran
Angela & Paul Preziuso
October 31, 2010
Clair, our deepest sympathy to you and your family with the passing of cousin Riff. I will always remember the good old times with family.
Kristie Booth Mooney
October 31, 2010
Mindy,David & Brianna, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of you dad!! My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Bill Boucher
October 31, 2010
Claire and Mindy, I want to offer my deepest sympathy for your loss. My heart goes out to the both of you, my god. Keep your spirts high. He was a good man. I enjoyed, playing golf with him. He surely will be missed.
Lori Read
October 31, 2010
Cousin Riff was one of the most kind and gentle people you could ever hope to meet. I am grateful for all of the fond memories he created for my family and I. He will always live in our hearts, and he will be greatly missed.
October 31, 2010
What a sweet man he was. He would make us smile at the healthclub each week with special candies that he'd bring us. He'll be missed.
October 31, 2010
As a supervisor I had the pleasure of having "Ralph" on my field teams out of Quonset, he was always a team player and would alway's help others without hesitation. He always had his golf clubs with him when on field teams and it was a pleasure to be with him.
I am sure he will be missed by all and my heartfelt sympathies go to his family
Henry (Hank) Beaudoin
Florida
MICHAEL RUSSO
October 31, 2010
RIFF I WILL ALWAYS HAVE YOU IN MY MEMORY, I REMEMBER THE GOOD OLD DAYS PLAYING GOLF AND THE MEALS WE HAD TOGETHER. COUSIN MICHAEL
Frank McGill
October 31, 2010
I worked with Ralph on the A4D line at Quonset Point in the late 50s and early 60s. He was a very pleasant fellow to work with. He was always calm and considerate of others. I have not seen or spoken to him since 1962, but I have often thought of him. All of the fellows he worked with would tell you the same.
October 31, 2010
CLAIRE, MINDY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RIFF. HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I WILL NOT FORGET ALL THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD OVER THE YEARS. COUSIN RIFF I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. MIKE AND MAUREEN {FLORIDA}
Nina Cannon
October 31, 2010
Mindy,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Mine has been gone for almost 5 years but he lives on in my many memories as will yours. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Much love to you at this time and every time.
Dana Burdick
October 31, 2010
Uncle You will be sadly missed.I will
never forget you,you will alway's be In my thought's,for ever. Dana,
October 31, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss, My sincere sympathy to the family. Rose and Colleen , R.I. Hospital Registration
October 31, 2010
ralph will be missed in our family. our memories will keep you with us.our thoughts and prayers are with claire, mindy, david, brianna and his family and friends. love jane daniel and dan lapolla.
October 31, 2010
Mindy,
My sincere condolences to you and your family in the loss of your father. May all those good memories stay with you and comfort you during this difficult time.
Liz
Mindy
October 31, 2010
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Ron Chambers
October 31, 2010
I worked with Ralph at the old NARF Quonset and Electric Boat. He was a wonderful man and I have many fond memories of him. My sincere sympathies to the family.
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