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In Memory Of
Ralph S. Barbaro
1938
2019
Ralph S. Barbaro
Oct 13, 1938 — May 9, 2019
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Rochester: Was reunited with his wife May 9, 2019 in Heaven, at the age of 80.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Ethel Barbaro.
Survived by his children, Kimberly (Rod) Wasicsko & Matthew (Kathy) Barbaro; grandchildren, Heather (Jeffrey) Meadows, Tyler Brisbane, Elijah Shechter, Jessica Barbaro, Julia Shechter, & Allison Barbaro; great grandchildren, Amelia Brisbane & Seth Jonas; siblings, Dorothea (Dan) Hadsell & Michael Barr; & many nieces nephews & cousins.
Ralph had a passion for so many things; history, antique cars, flying small airplanes, good food, & time with family & friends. He was also a devout Catholic.He was a founding member & board member of St. Christopher's Church in Chili. He assisted in the planning & building of the church.
He was born & raised in Olean NY. Later moved to Rochester to work at Eastman Kodak. He met his beloved wife Ethel, & they raised their two kids in Chili for several years. Ralph later moved to Cape Cod to be closer to his son Matthew & his family. In his final years he moved to Canandaigua to be closer to his daughter Kimberly & her family. He resided at Clark Meadows Assisted living until moving to Hospeace House where he passed peacefully.
Calling hours will be Thursday May 16, 2-4pm & 6-8pm, at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 2636 Ridgeway Avenue. Funeral Mass Friday May 17, 10:30am at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 296 Flower City Park.
In lieu of flowers please donate in his name to Hospeace House, in Naples NY.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Ethel Barbaro.
Survived by his children, Kimberly (Rod) Wasicsko & Matthew (Kathy) Barbaro; grandchildren, Heather (Jeffrey) Meadows, Tyler Brisbane, Elijah Shechter, Jessica Barbaro, Julia Shechter, & Allison Barbaro; great grandchildren, Amelia Brisbane & Seth Jonas; siblings, Dorothea (Dan) Hadsell & Michael Barr; & many nieces nephews & cousins.
Ralph had a passion for so many things; history, antique cars, flying small airplanes, good food, & time with family & friends. He was also a devout Catholic.He was a founding member & board member of St. Christopher's Church in Chili. He assisted in the planning & building of the church.
He was born & raised in Olean NY. Later moved to Rochester to work at Eastman Kodak. He met his beloved wife Ethel, & they raised their two kids in Chili for several years. Ralph later moved to Cape Cod to be closer to his son Matthew & his family. In his final years he moved to Canandaigua to be closer to his daughter Kimberly & her family. He resided at Clark Meadows Assisted living until moving to Hospeace House where he passed peacefully.
Calling hours will be Thursday May 16, 2-4pm & 6-8pm, at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 2636 Ridgeway Avenue. Funeral Mass Friday May 17, 10:30am at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 296 Flower City Park.
In lieu of flowers please donate in his name to Hospeace House, in Naples NY.
To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit our flower store.
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Friday, May 17, 2019
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