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Ronald Ricci Obituary
Utica
Mr. Ronald (Ron) Ricci, Sr., age 58, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 28, 2008, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center. He was born on March 22, 1950, in Utica, a son of the late Louis and Carmella D'Onofrio Ricci, and was educated in local schools. On January 2, 1988, he was united in marriage with the former Barbara Malagese, a blessed union of 20 years. Ron was the owner and operator of Ron Ricci Lawn Care Co. where he worked side by side with his son, Bryan. Ron was a loving and dedicated husband, father and PaPa. His entire life centered around his family, especially his grandchildren whom he adored. His memory will forever live in the hearts of his beloved family. Surviving are his beloved wife, Barbara; two beloved sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald, Jr., and Stacie Ricci, of Vernon, and Bryan and Shawna Ricci, of Whitesboro; his sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Nicholas Alberico, Jr., of Baldwinsville; his stepchildren, Geno, Tim and Brian LaRue; his cherished grandchildren, Bryan, Jr., Joshua, Gabriella, Bianca, Isabella, Chloe, Amanda and Brianna; his mother-in-law, Frances Malagese, of Whitesboro; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, John and Vilroy Malagese, of Yorkville; one aunt, Caroline Squillace, of Utica; his niece, Nicole Alberico-Farr and husband, Jason; his nephew, Todd Alberico; several nieces, nephews, friends and loyal customers; and his canine companion, Gordy. His funeral will be held on Wednesday morning at 10:00 a.m. from The Scala & Roefaro Funeral Home, Inc., 1122 Culver Ave., and at 11:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church. Private interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours will be Tuesday (today) from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home. The family would like to extend a special Thank You to George Kennedy for his efforts. Online messages of sympathy www.scalaroefaro.com
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Dennis (Jake ) Jacobs
January 2, 2009
I am so very sorry to here that Ronny has pasted.Ron and i went to Conkling School together and Proctor.We hung out together all the time. I will miss Ron very much. He will always be in my heart.For friends are for ever and ever.
Jim & Marianne Malagese
January 2, 2009
Barbara, Sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Sharon Sirianni (Mammone)
December 31, 2008
To the family: You all know that Ronnie was like a brother to me. Growing up together, I enjoyed talking to him on the porch just about stuff. As we grew older, I got to know the kind hearted Ronnie that not too many knew. He was a blessing to our family when my mom was ill and I will never forget how he helped her and checked up on her. Though I moved away and we didn't talk until I went home to visit, he was always a great friend to me. I will miss him terribly.
Tony Sirianni
December 31, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I met Ronny at Proctor. Ronny was a good friend of mine. We liked talking about the muscle cars. He had a great Mustang that he loved. I will miss him.
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Jim Nickley
December 31, 2008
Our friendship began in the 60's at Proctor. Having lived on Mary Street at the time, I remember his regular visits to relatives on the 900 Block of Mary Street. Moving on to the 70's, Ron loved the Disco scene and his "cool" Red Corvette Coupe. He always had one eye on the dance floor and the other on the Corvette parked outside. May God Bless you with his love forever Ron. My prayers are with you and your family.
Tom Morreale
December 31, 2008
I am shocked and deeply saddened to hear of passing of one of my oldest and best friends. We were very close as kids, hangin out and going to dances. But we were separated by about 40yrs of life and hundreds of miles. I did at last have the pleasure of seeing him last year and it was joyful but too brief. I will always remember him in so may ways: sharp dresser, cool dancer, best with the ladies, top vette guy -- but most of all, as my best buddy. My deepest sympathy to Barb, Nick, Ron jr., and rest of the family.
Krista & Kyle Brackett
December 30, 2008
Barb and Family:
We are truly sorry to here about Ron. He'll always be a part of our lives and he will be greatly missed.
christine lindsey
December 30, 2008
I remember going up to New York to visit my daughter Shawna and son-in-law Bryan Ricci, and grandchildren his father Ron would always stop in to chat and tell funny stories about what happened mowing a lawn or snow plowing .I know he loved his children very much and always bragged about his grandchildren, (my grandchildren too) Ron you have been blessed with loving family and friends and we have been blessed to have had you in our lives...May the Lord take you by his hand and guide you to a place of ever lasting peace and joy ......you will be missed, chris from florida
Tony Spina Jr
December 30, 2008
My deepest sympathy for an old friend from Proctor High School 1968.
and Leeds Street, when he would snow plow my driveway. May you be in Gods memory
Sal Coriale
December 30, 2008
I am very sad to hear about Ron's death. I am an old friend of his. My thoughts are with your whole family.
Bambi pugliese
December 30, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Ken,& Refija Douglass
December 30, 2008
Bryan, & Ron 2 of the best friends a guy could have. Guys im truly sorry for the loss to your family, stay strong and know you guys have friends and family that love you.
Samuel Garfola
December 30, 2008
Barbara and family,
Sorry for your lost. My sisters and myself grew up with Ron on Hammond Ave. He was a great friend and neighbor. May he rest in peace.
Anthony & Elizabeth DeCarolis
December 30, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Shaun McCarthy
December 30, 2008
Sorry to hear about the passing of your father Ron. Our Condolences to the whole Ricci family.
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