Renato J. Volpe

February 16, 1921 - September 14, 2018

Renato (Ray) Volpe, 97, of Woodbury, NJ passed away peacefully on September 14, 2018. He is survived by his loving wife Rosanna (nee Radogna) of 55 years. Renato was born February 16, 1921 in Dennison, Ohio. He was a member of the United States Army, proudly serving his country during WWII. He worked as a machinery mechanic for Abbott’s Ice Cream in Philadelphia. He also was a parts inspector at RCA in Moorestown, NJ. He retired in 1983, and enjoyed a long fulfilled life. He was very active. He could be seen cutting lawn, trimming the bushes and being up on the ladder cleaning the gutters until the age of 92! He enjoyed many years in his home until the age of 94, when he and Rosanna moved to Woodbury Mews. He had a fabulous love of music, playing saxophone in jazz bands for many years. He also had a great passion for the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles. Renato is further survived by his only son David, and daughter-in-law Chrissy of Doylestown, PA. He is also survived by many loving cousins, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing Tuesday 10am to 11am at Holy Angels Parish at St. Patrick’s Church, 86 Cooper St., Woodbury, NJ 08096. Mass of Christian Burial 11am at the church. Interment will be private at a later date. The family wishes to thank the support, love and care given to Ray at Woodbury Mews and the compassionate workers of Heartland Hospice.