Ralph A. Esposito, 86, of Verona, formerly of New Castle, passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2018.

Beloved father of Charles (John), Julie (Marland), and James (Monte). Devoted Pap-pap to Alana, Ashley, and Myla. Son of the late Charles and Antoinetta Esposito. Brother to Angela Jean (Conti), Charles, and the late James (Zeke). He will also be missed by his many nieces, nephews, and Godchildren.

As a first generation Italian to this country, he was known as Tito to all his loving New Castle family. He was proud to be an Army veteran who served three years in the Korean War. He then went onto college at Duquesne University and became a fifth grade teacher in Pittsburgh city schools. After 30 years he retired and enjoyed many leisure years golfing, traveling, and spending time with his family. Ralph will always be remembered by those who knew him as a simple, generous man with a huge heart who made those around him happy to share his company.

Visitation will be held Saturday, May 26, from 11:00am from 12:00pm at Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home, 941 S Mill St. followed by blessing services at 12:00pm at the funeral home.

Interment will take place in St. Vitus Cemetery.