Ralph Domenic Riccio

91, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 5, 2016. Born in Cranston, he was a son of the late Luigi and Philomena (Testa) Riccio. Ralph was a mechanic at the former Narragansett Brewery for twenty-five years before its closing. He was a US Army veteran serving during WW II. Ralph was dedicated to his family and friends. He enjoyed gardening and helping others.

He is survived by his loving children, Sandra M. Fabrizio and her husband Steven of Narragansett, and Ralph L. Riccio and his wife Maggie of Matunuck. Ralph was the cherished grandfather of Gina Law, Christina Kessler, Frank Ferendo, Ralph W. Riccio, and Angela Watts, and the great-grandfather of seven. He was the brother of Brigid A. Riccio of Johnston, Vicky Biernacki and Joseph Riccio, both of Cranston.

His funeral service will be held on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. in the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston. Burial with Military Honors will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. VISITING HOURS Friday 4-7p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the RI Lions Sight Foundation, 35 Glen Drive, Warwick, RI 02889