Ron Rivellese
March 10, 1957 ~ March 16, 2021
Born in:
Brooklyn, NY
Resided in:
Miller Place, NY
To view the service at 11 AM Saturday, please click the link below:
Ron Rivellese, age 64 of Miller Place, passed peacefully on March 16, 2021 surrounded by family.
– – – – –
Ron Rivellese is and will always be a beloved husband, devoted father, cherished son, and loving brother.
Ron’s wife of 41 years, Barbara, will always remember his commitment to their family. Ron would not even consider a nice promotion that required regular overnight travel because he didn’t want to miss nightly dinners with all of the family at the table.
Danielle will always remember her dad’s years of guidance and wisdom working on house projects together. Danielle’s husband, Nick, a lifelong power-boater, will always remember his first time on a sailboat with Ron.
Jacquie will always remember her dad’s most-repeated advice: “Stay alert!” and, “Always finish your meal with a tiny Italian bread sandwich.” Jacquie’s husband, Kevin, will always remember Ron’s attention to the minutiae, encapsulated by his enthusiastic texts about installing French doors.
Ron’s 90-year old parents, Julia and Joe, will always remember Ron as their little boy. Julia will always remember his thoughtful, generous, and loving nature. Joe will always remember his confidence, self-reliance, and independence, and will always chuckle when he sees the holes in Ron’s old bedroom closet from his bow-and-arrow target practice.
Carol, Ron’s sister, will always remember how when Ron thought she was talking too much, he would politely say, “Carol, take a breath.” Carol’s husband of 22 years, Fred, will always remember Ron’s congratulations upon their marriage: he said, “You are so lucky that you are marrying my sister — you don’t have to think anymore! Carol and her friends will do all the thinking for you.”
Ron is an adored cousin to so many with whom he grew up. Each year, Ron looked forward to enjoying the annual cousins’ gathering, as it’s known. Ron’s cousins will always remember his phone calls and wild teenage antics, like the time he drove across a frozen Lake Ronkonkoma – yes, in a car.
Ron is a longtime friend to many with whom he sailed, golfed, traveled, and celebrated. Ron’s lifelong friends will always remember how Ron insisted on picking up every pizza order in order to make sure the pizza remained completely flat during the ride home so that the cheese and sauce didn’t shift to one side. They will always remember a “Ron story” is never a short one, and when he really liked something he ate, he called it “the cat’s ass.”
Ron is a respected business associate to those with whom he worked for over 35 years. In 2019, Ron received a lifetime achievement award from MAFSI for his outstanding contributions to the foodservice industry. Ron’s business associates will always remember his valued mentorship and his great parking spot.
Ron was a Pancreatic Cancer warrior from June of 2017 until March 16, 2021. All of us will always remember Ron’s fighting spirt. He is a warrior, through and through. And now he is an angel, too.
Services
Visitation: March 18, 2021 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place
551 Route 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Second Visitation: March 19, 2021 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place
551 Route 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Third Visitation: March 19, 2021 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place
551 Route 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Service: March 20, 2021 11:00 am
Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place
551 Route 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
View current weather.
Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Ron Rivellese 's name.
Sloan Kettering Pancreatic Cancer Research
Pancreatic Cancer Association Western New York
PO Box 24580
Rochester, NY
https://www.classy.org/give/27054/#!/donation/checkout
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
My sincere condolences to Danielle, Jacquelyn and You.
To the entire Rivellese Family I am deeply saddened and share in your loss.
I will always remember the many good times and years I spent with Ron. He was a brother to me.
With Love, Tony
Our deepest sympathy for your loss of Ron.
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
With much love,
Mary and John
I am so sorry for your tragic loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Robert Jr
I’m so sorry and pray for comfort and peace for all who loved him.
May your spirit soar my cous and my friend, may your spirit soar.
Some people come into our lives for reason an others just in passing. Ron was a reason because he was a gentle sole a true friend an like a brother to my husband Bruce. We loved him for him! I want to share one of the first times I met Ron & Barb we went to dinner an we met in the city. When we arrived at restaurant the first thing Ron said to my husband Bruce was I found a great parking spot! Lol My husband said we play it safe parked in garage! After a great dinner an evening we all left hugged said goodbye an parted ways. About 5 min later Bruce’s phone rings it’s Ron he says my car got towed!!! Can you come back an get us!! We laughed all the way home! It made for a great memory and just a wonderful way to remember a wonderful guy! Rip Ron you will be forever in our ♥️ hearts! We love you all and are here for you during this difficult time!
Love Lauren & Bruce Marino
I am simply crushed and heartbroken to learn of Ron’s passing, despite my knowledge of his battle. Although we have not yet been introduced, I thought it was important to express how much respect I, and I am sure many others, had for your husband/father. Despite our similar age, Ron’s mentoring most likely had the greatest impact on my life as it relates to the challenges with balancing family, work, and life in general. Ron often spoke of the love for the three of you (of course with the occasional addition of humor that Ron, and Ron only, could intwine), and quite frankly, that’s a bit rare in today’s world. I’m not sure I’ve met anyone who enjoyed the relationship with his wife and his daughters as much as Ron did with each of you. Honestly, it was remarkable and even astounding at times. I believe anyone who was fortunate enough to cross paths with Ron is a better person today because of him. Heaven has gained a true angel. May each sunrise ease your pain and may fond memories warm your hearts forever.
Jimmy and I send our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Love Jim and Kathy Dennis
Love,
Andrea
Love,
Aunt Irene
We worked and played together
My golfing partner you will be missed
The world has lost one of the great ones
Heaven has gained an angel .
I’m very sorry for your loss. He was a great guy and will be missed.
To my sister and nieces Danielle and Jacquie and Barbara my deepest sympathy for your lost. Ron was a good husband and dad to you guys. He was also a great brother in-law as well. He will be greatly miss all my love to you all I will keep you all in my prays
God keep his family at peace knowing that he was a fantastic person a true gentleman
The memories are so special
The time spent together priceless
Our kids our legacy
Our friendship for eternity
Love you my brother…you were the best best man❤️
I only had the pleasure of 1 conversation with Ron, and in those few minutes he impressed me with how generous and attentive he was to where he was and what he was doing. That attention made me and my wife feel welcomed and valued. Thats a rare talent.
I’m sorry for his passing, and my thoughts are with you Danielle, and your family.
A true gentleman, he will be greatly missed.
Forever in our hearts !
Please accept our sincerest condolences for your loss. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Ronald wishing you everlasting peace. You will be missed.
The Traveler
He has put on invisibility,
Dear Lord, I cannot see,
But this I know, although the road ascends
And passes from my sight,
That there will be no night;
That You will take him gently by the hand
And lead him on
Along the road of life that never ends,
And he will find it is not death but dawn.
I do not doubt that You are there as here,
And You will hold him dear.
Our life did not begin with birth,
It is not of the earth;
And this that we call death, it is no more
Than the opening and closing of a door,
And in Your house how many rooms must be
Beyond this one where we rest momently.
Dear Lord, I thank You for the faith that frees,
The love that knows it cannot lose its own;
The love that, looking through the shadows, sees
That You and he and I are ever one !
Poem By : James Dillet Freeman, A Unity Minister (1912-2003)
I was very lucky to get to know you. May you rest in peace.
May our fellow class mate Rest in peace.
I remember him as being a compassionate person , even keeled and honest sincere person.
Blessings to his Family..
We raced together on my C&C and Ron’s Catalina. I have a room full of trophy’s that Ron helped me gather.
We both served as commodore or the Setauket Yacht Club over the years and unfortunately never got together after we played golf together at Rock Hill. Rest in Peace Captain Ron, all our love Charlie Denise and Neal
With love from Cousin Paula
I will always see Ron as someone I looked up to when I was a boy. He was how I wanted to be as I grew up. I will miss our conversations about cars and wish we had gotten to visit Italy together!
Barbra, you are inspiring to us, your Strength! Ron was so inspiring to John. you are dear friends to us and you touched us in so many ways. John and Ron started a business together, the great times we had together! I will Always have Ron in my Heart! He is continuing his Journey with The Saints and Angels welcoming him and is @ Peace and Enlightenment for All Eternity. Blessings All Our Love🌈🕊❤
John / Sherri Alfano
Full of Grace,
The Lord is with thee.
Blessed art thou among women,
and blessed is the fruit
of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary,
Mother of God,
pray for us sinners now,
and at the hour of our death.
Amen.
O my sweetv Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fire of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are in most need of Thy mercy.
I will never Forget you Ron!
You were A Mentor to John.
Blessings All Our Love,
Sherr/ John Alfano
I will never forget you Ron., in my Heart forever.
You were A Great Mentor to John.
Sherr/ John Alfano
Barbara – my deepest sympathy to you and your entire family – although we have never met, most of the Hobart family feel as if we know you since Ron always spoke of you and the girls. He loved all of you so deeply and you were absolutely the joy of his life! Ron was a gem – such a genuine, fun-loving, and all around great guy. He will be missed, but will always remembered for his great sense of humor – miss you Ronnie!!! Sharon Szafranski
Our deepest sympathy to you. We always remember the joy we had together, especially family times at Thanksgiving when we were all together. Ron will always be in our hearts.
Love,
Joe Rachelle and Reagan Adocchio
So sorry for you and your family we feel blessed to have known him . Prayers for all . Bill and Lois Woods
Fred Ganz
Past Commodore SYC 2001 and 2002
My sincere condolences to the Rivellese family. I knew Ron over 30 years from the Hobart days. Always a gentlemen and always a true professional. Heartbroken by the news today.
A good man and mentor to all that knew him. Unfortunately I was not aware of his death until recently. Will be missed greatly.