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Ralph Ricci Obituary
SOUTHBRIDGE - Ralph Michael Ricci, 64 passed away suddenly at the UMass Memorial Hospital on Tuesday February 2, 2021.
Ralph was born in Worcester, MA on October 2, 1956, son of Ralph J. and Anna M. (Paladino) Ricci. Born a middle child of 8, Ralph is survived by his brothers Joseph, Steven, Edmund and John, and his sister Tina. Sadly, he was predeceased by two sisters, Mary and Karen.
He will be deeply missed by his wife Sharon Marie (Roberts) Ricci, to whom he was happily married to for 45 years: son Michael A. Ricci, his wife Leah and their two children Ilan and Rhea; his daughter Tanya M. (Ricci) Tran her husband Linh and their two children Collin and Sofia.
Recently retired, Ralph worked as a supervisor at Worcester State University for many years. He was in the Airforce as a young man and is an active member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's witnesses. Ralph was a dedicated family man, who was quick with a smile and a photo of his pride and joy...the grandchildren. He is known and loved for his quick wit, funny stories, and booming laugh. He believed that life should be lived to the fullest and filled with love. He has touched so many lives with his caring guidance and willingness to help others, to know him was to love him and to love him is forever.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday February 19th, 2021 from 4-6pm at Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Street Webster, MA.
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Carol Lambert
February 12, 2021
I´m so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Ralph and his ready smile. I was working at WSU when Ralph started with us and we all enjoyed working with him. RIP, Ralph
Julie Chaffee
February 11, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. We worked together at WSU for over 26 years and he will be greatly missed. Ralph helped so many people in so many ways. Always so quick to smile when I called him "Ralphie"! My condolences to his family.
Jennifer English
February 10, 2021
I am truly sorry for your loss. I worked with Ralph for many years at WSU. He was one of the kindest and most generous people I´ve had the privilege to know. He was always quick with gruff "heya Jen" and a kind (and often drily humorous) word. He was always willing to find room in the mailroom for a student who needed a place. I looked forward to passing him on campus and I will miss him so very much. My condolences.
Chrissy
February 10, 2021
So sad to hear of Ralph's passing. I worked for Ralph in the Mail Center for almost 2 years. He was an incredible boss. So caring, patient and took pride in what he did. A great roll model. He loved telling stories, and had a great laugh. He was so proud of his family. I'm so sorry for your loss, he was a great man and will be missed.
Jodie
February 10, 2021
I had the privilege of working for Ralph at WSU as a temp in the Mail Center for 6 months. He was a great person to work for, kind, fair and encouraging. I'm very sad to hear of his passing. My condolences and prayers go out to his family and friends
American Legion
February 10, 2021
you will be sorely missed your friends American Legion Webster Dudley American Legion Post 184
MARK SKIESTO
February 10, 2021
Joe and Family
Karen and I are so very sorry to hear of your brothers passing .
Terrie
February 9, 2021
My condolences to you all. He taught me everything I know in the Mail Center. I will remember him as an amazing boss, great friend, and a man I consider my 2nd Dad. You will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing you thankfully I had the pleasure of working with you side by side for 9 years. until we meet again my friend....
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