John F. Ragusa, a longtime Dedham resident, died at his home on August 3, 2007. He was 77. He was the beloved husband of the late Virginia M. (Murray) Ragusa.
Mr. Ragusa was born in Boston and was the son of the late Frank and Philomena (Orlando) Ragusa. He was a member of the Carpenters Union Local # 67 for 50 years.
He was the devoted stepfather of Frank Alderman of Stoughton, Ann Caliri of Canton, Robert Alderman of Taunton and Edward Alderman of CA. Brother of Gino Ragusa of FL, Sam Ragusa of Dorchester and the late Teresa Kozowski. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Funeral from the George F. Doherty & Sons Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home, 456 High St., Dedham, on Tuesday at 8:00 AM with a funeral mass in St. Mary’s Church, Dedham, at 9:00 AM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours on Monday from 4-8 PM. Interment in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in John’s memory to the VNA Care Network Hospice, Development Office, 5 Federal St., Danvers, MA 01923.