Ralph George Espostio

Ralph G. Esposito passed away at his home Friday January 9, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday January 14, 2015 at 2:00 pm at St. Mark Catholic Church, with Rev. Louis Pais officiating. My Grandfather Ralph My Grandfather, silver hair, wrinkled skin, vibrant eyes. Yankee fan, Italian born, true New Yorker; Grew up in the Bronx, World War II veteran, Man of Honor, Raised a family of four, adored his wife, moved to the suburbs; Always protective, never distressed, calm and easy Never a mean word, always encouraging, thoughtful and kind Decent and honorable; full of integrity cherished his children Family rock, glue that binds, grandfather of eight Amazing Great grandfather of nine; proud of each child Tireless, inexhaustible energy; always ready to go Heaven can wait, not ready to leave, still has things to do Ever Faithful, teaches us patience, teaches us forgiveness Ready to help others; whatever they need Rule to live by; Do unto others as you would have them do unto you Always a gentleman, true to his word Loving and joyful 96 years of age; lived a life full of wonderful life Passing soon to the other side Hoping Heaven can wait, Heaven can wait. By Andrea Esposito