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Ralph Della Sala Obituary

DELLA SALA, Ralph A., 49, of Valrico, passed away Thursday, September 27, 2007. Ralph was predeceased by his mother, Lillian Della Sala, and his loving wife, Agnes (Star) Della Sala. Ralph was a member of Nativity Catholic Church, Brandon, and served as a Eucharistic minister. He leaves to cherish his memory his father, Anthony Della Sala Sr., and his wife, Judy; sister and brother-in-law, Susan and Bob Magaditsch; brother and sister-in-law, Anthony Della Sala Jr. and Wendy; nephews, Jeffrey and Kevin Magaditsch; his dog, Amanda; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Ralph will always be remembered for his outgoing personality and great sense of humor. He will be missed by his family and his friends. May he find forever happiness now that he has been reunited with his Aggie. A funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 3, 2007, at Nativity Catholic Church, Brandon. The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Southern Funeral Care, 10510 Riverview Drive, Riverview. www.southernfuneralcare.com

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Published by TBO.com from Sep. 30 to Oct. 1, 2007.

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jeannette fleitas

October 16, 2007

I am so sad to hear of ralphs passing,he will be greatly missed, he is with the love of his life agnes and at peace,i will miss you

Mary Dees

October 6, 2007

To the Della Sala Family
I learned of Ralphs passing from a friend. I'm truly sadened by the loss of such a good man. The only thing I can say is "He's with his beloved once again and at peace. For without her he was so loss"
May you hold on to the good Memories and remember one day You will all be with him again.

Melinda Corley

October 2, 2007

To All of Ralph's Family and Friends,
There are only a few moments in our lives when an event happens that is forever imprinted on our memories. For me, that memory encludes Ralph and one very special fun time we shared at work. (He'll know about the Christmas lights.)
Ralph was the kindest, most extraordinarly thoughtful person I ever had the opportunity to know and call friend. He epitomized the word gentleman, for he was truly a gentle man.
Ralph once gave me a set of wind chimes that I have hung on the front door of every house I have lived in. They have chimed each time someone has come or gone every day, and I have often thought of him. Now when I hear them,I will know he is at peace.

I pray that each of you will be comforted.

Sincerely,

Katy Hosea

October 2, 2007

Dear Susan and the Della Sala family,
It was with sadness that I learned of Ralph's passing. We saw each other last year at our 30th high school reunion and I was reminded of what a gentle, sweet soul that he was. Praying that the Lord will comfort you in your loss.

Barbi Evans

October 2, 2007

Ralph will always be special friend to me. He will always be in my thoughts.
My prayers go out to his family whom I know loved him.You can't know Ralph and not love him..
Barbi Greene Evans
Class of 76

Debbie, Mike & Jason Ricciardelli

October 1, 2007

Our hearts ache when we think of life without Ralph's sense of humor and good nature. I know he is where he wants to be, with Agnes, but he will be missed by all that knew him on Earth. May he rest in peace.

Ericka Raffman

October 1, 2007

To the entire Della Sala Family,

Ralph was one of the greatest men I have ever known. His love of life and his sense of humor was like no other. I will miss him dearly!!!
His heart no longer aches to be with his one true love! My you rest in peace my friend. You are home with the lord and your precious wife.

Susan Trester

October 1, 2007

Dear Susan and Family,

I'm so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. The only comfort is that he's with Agnes again. My sincerest sympathy to you and your family.

Pam Arciola

September 30, 2007

Dearest Susan...

I am sorry for the loss of your brother, Ralph. His heart no longer aches as he joins the love of his life, Agnes. May they both rest in peace as they are reunited together once again. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Pam Arciola

September 30, 2007

From Agnes's Family in New Jersey, we wish to extend our deepest sympathy to Ralph's entire Family. With our Love and Prayers, wishing you peace. Mom, Agnes Wheat, Larry and Irene

Nancy Kirby

September 30, 2007

To the Della Sala Family:
My deepest sympathy on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Ralph was a good friend of mine. I never met anyone as nice, or as kind, or as generous as Ralph. I will always remember our good times together at CP Ships and all our phone conversations after he left. I will always remember Ralph's wonderful smile and laugh. I thank God I had the good fortune to have known Ralph and to have been his friend. I know he is now united with Star and is very happy.

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