CARUSO, RALPH ENRICO; 87 years old of St. Petersburg, passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 30, 2016. He was born and raised in Paterson, NJ. Growing up, Ralph worked with his Dad painting since he was 7 Years old. After graduating from High School, Ralph joined the Army and served honourably for 6 years in during the Korean War. He Loved his country, and spoke proudly of serving in the Armed Forces. Ralph later became a licensed Painting Contractor in NJ after getting His 4 year Business Degree. Ralph moved to St. Petersburg, FL with his Wife Lydia and their two children in 1961, to help His Father Ciro, take care of his Mother Anna. He later took over his Father’s painting business. He was preceded in Death by his wife of 36 years; Lydia Catherine Zanfino Caruso. He is survived by His 2 children, His Son; Gerald “Jerry” Martin Caruso, of  St. Petersburg, FL, and His Daughter; Maryanna Caruso Greene, of High Point NC. Ralph is also survived by his Brother; Ciro son; “Jerry” Caruso, of Cave Creek, Arizona. Growing up, Ralph was raised Catholic, and was always a God fearing Man. He liked painting, fishing, dancing, singing, bowling, traveling and having a good time. He had many friends, and His presence will be greatly missed with love and respect.

In Loving Memory Of

RALPH ENRICO CARUSO

BORN

October 23, 1929

Paterson, New Jersey

DIED

December 30, 2016

Pinellas Park, Florida

VISITATION HELD

Thursday,  January 12, 2017

2:00 – 4:00 P.M.

Royal Palm North Funeral Chapel

St. Petersburg, Florida

CONDUCTED BY

Korean War Veterans Association

St. Petersburg, Florida

INTERMENT

Friday, January 13, 2017

At 2:30 p.m.

Royal Palm North Cemetery

2600 Gandy Blvd. N.

St. Petersburg, Florida 33702

727-577-0599