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Richard Ragone Obituary

Ragone, Richard S. DELMAR Richard S. Ragone, 71, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2017, at St. Peter's Hospital. Richard was born on February 19, 1946, to the late Dominick and Marion (Stewart) Ragone. He lived most of his life in Delmar, and graduated from Bethlehem Central High School in 1964 and began working for Niagara Mohawk the next day. In retirement Richard enjoyed golf, travel and spending time with family and friends. He was a member and past president of VFW Post 3185 auxiliary, and a member of the American Legion Blanchard Post. Richard is survived by his loving wife of over 48 years, Judi Ragone; his beloved children, Kristen (Jack) Dwyer of Glenmont, Kara (Brent) Kosoc of Delmar, and Michael Ragone of Delmar. Besides his children, the loves of his life were his grandchildren, Jake, Abbie, Chloe and Evan Kosoc, Sophia and Olivia Dwyer and Maya Ragone. He is also survived by his brothers Don (Stephanie) Ragone, John (Kathy) Weidman; sister Dawn (Ray) LeFevre, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In following Richard's wishes, he donated his body to the Anatomical Gift Program at Albany Medical Center. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Applebee Funeral Home 403 Kenwood Ave., Delmar on Monday, June 5, from 4 to 7 p.m. Those who wish may make memorial contributions in Richard's name to the VFW Post 3185, 404 Delaware Ave., Delmar, NY 12054. applebeefuneralhome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Jun. 4, 2017.

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Regina Miller (Conti)

June 7, 2017

I was so sorry to hear about Rick. He was always such a great guy. When I saw him at the post I was always greeted with a smile and a "Hey Reggie how are ya?!?" A great friend to my parents too. My thoughts are with your family.

Paul Patane

June 5, 2017

Gonna miss Mr.Ragone. Always was a class act in many ways.

Joan (Porter) Cosico

June 5, 2017

Don, family and friends. I was sad to hear about your younger brother. I only dated him a few times after you and my sister were dating. He was a perfect gentlemen. His life was definitely cut short. I hope you are well. My sincerest condolences to you all.

joseph bruno

June 5, 2017

I am so sorry for your lose I will miss Richard very much he will always be in my heart I will miss his great smile and happy face when he came in the shop

Ken Mielnik

June 5, 2017

Judi and family,
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Dick. May your memories of shared times comfort you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Ken and Stephanie Mielnik

Debbie White

June 5, 2017

Mrs. Ragone and family, Our sincere condolences to you. Mr. Ragone was such a wonderful friend to my dad, Tom White, and to our family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Many prayers and lots of love to you all.

June 5, 2017

A true Patriot,he will be missed. Paul Palen Life Member VFW Post Bethlehem NY

Nicole McCauslin-O'Brien

June 5, 2017

Judy, Kristin Kara and Michael, I am sorry about your dad's passing. He was such a nice man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Gary McNamee

June 4, 2017

Judi and family,

Rick was my first union steward as I started my career at NM. He taught me a lot about life. Great guy, sometimes a weird sense of humor, but a lot of fun.

Enjoyed the time I knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today. May he rest in peace.

Carol Franze

June 4, 2017

Judi and family, I am so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. I have many wonderful memories of our times together. So very sorry.
Carol Franze

Kathy & Will Perry

June 4, 2017

Our heart felt sympathy to you all. It is never easy to lose your loved one, and yet there are the memories, to remember.They will put a tear in your eyes and a smile on your face. Praying God will comfort you in the time of your sorrow.

Kathy & Will Perry

June 4, 2017

There are no words to say at a time like this when a family member is taken. You can rest in the fact, that your love one is in heaven. May God, comfort you in the days ahead.

Kathy & Will Perry

June 4, 2017

Our heart felt sympathy to all the Ragone family.It was a pleasure to know Rick. He is in God's hands now, and pray that God will comfort you in the days ahead.

David De Porte

June 4, 2017

My condolences to Judi and the family.Dick was a nice guy and a fine person . Rest in Peace.

Kaylyn Proper-DuPont

June 4, 2017

I am saddened to hear of Richards passing. He was a wonderful person and I will always hold fond memories of the years he was like a father to me. My condolences to the Ragone family. Richard will be forever in our hearts.

May he rest in peace.

Roger and Carol Premo

June 4, 2017

I'am writing this with a broken heart and tears in my eyes to learn of the passing of Dick. I will always cherish the memories we had growing up. Also the memories of the special times our families had when our children were younger. One especially makes me smile when we had a combination birthday party for Kara and Jason...when Jason opened up one of Karas presents and it was a dress. Hope this made you, Judi & Kara smile too. Judi, we wish you and Dicks entire family peace and strength..smiles among tears as you remember the happy times shared. Words cannot express our sadness. With love,sympathy and our sincere condolences. Carol and Roger Premo

Barb V

June 4, 2017

To the family of Rick Ragone ~
I wanted to extend my sincere sympathy on your loss.
As it's been important to me when people share memories of loved ones passed, I wanted to share with you.
Rick was a customer at a local restaurant where I worked. He would often meet up with friends after golf.
Rick was always talking about family and grandchildren. One particular story was trying to find a tree frog that his grandson could bring in for show and tell. His grandson would ask what the noise was coming from, but had never seen a tree frog. Living in the country, I saw them all the time. My goal was to get one for Rick to show Jake. It had rained the day Rick normally came in and he and his buddies never came, so my tree frog in jar had to be let go to return to nature. I didn't see Rick for awhile as it was nearing the end of golf season, but I gave him my two cents for not trusting me to my word of getting a tree frog for his grandson! He apologized as he thought I was kidding and shocked that I had remembered ~ needless to say, there were many jokes going forward about a tree frog and his beloved grandson. May he RIP.

walter myers

June 4, 2017

to the ragone family sorry to hear about richards passing my prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow

Gary Peterson

June 3, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Richard Ragone was a extremely kind man that left an impression on me during my childhood.

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