Ralph A. Giarnella, 79, of Suffern, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2014. Beloved husband of Kathleen (nee LoScalzo). Cherished father of Donna Orecchio of Nanuet, Kathy Pioli and her husband Randy of New City and the late Joseph Giarnella. Loving son of Theresa and the late Joseph Giarnella. Adored grandfather of Jennifer, Lea, Adam, Michael, Carly, Talia and Victoria. Dear brother of Ronnie and his late wife Vivian of the Bronx. He is also survived by many other loving relatives and friends.
Ralph was a devoted husband and father who enjoyed spending time with family and his many friends. A self-made man, he formed J. Giarnella and Son Construction Company in the Bronx with his father. Over the next 60 years he grew the company, was well-respected in the industry and continued to consult with his son, Joseph, who took over the family business. Ralph was a US Army Veteran of the Korean War.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday 10:00 AM at St. Anthony’s Church, Nanuet with entombment to follow at St. Anthony’s Mausoleum. Visiting hours are Friday 2-4 and 6-9 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ (201-767-3050).
Memorial donations to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, www.stjude.org, would be greatly appreciated.