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Ronald Joseph DeFilippis

1951 - 2024

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Public Visitation

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Norman Dean Home for Services

16 Righter Avenue

Denville, New Jersey, United States

(973) 627-1880

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Wednesday

January

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 am - 11:45 am

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church

61 Main Street

Flanders, New Jersey, United States

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Wednesday

January

Mausoleum Service

1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Gate Of Heaven Cemetery & Mausoleum

225 Ridgedale Avenue

East Hanover, New Jersey, United States

(973) 887-0286

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Martha and Jim Zelasny posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Patti, we are so very sorry to hear your loss of Ron. I know we were neighbors and always remember you greeting us into the neighborhood when we moved here 1991. Please accept our sincere sympathy and hope that your memories and the love of your family will keep you strong.

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

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Ron was not only my tax accountant, he was a trusted advisor. He supported me through my divorce and transition from Pharma to Non-profit, providing guidance whenever asked. He made me laugh and I enjoyed his company and respected his counsel. He will truly be missed. My condolences to his family.

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

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Ron was a dear friend over the past 41 years as our families grew up together in Roxbury. Our personal relationship to Ron and Patti, Chris and Kevin, were special and the times we shared family moments together on the field with our kids, or a Presidential Inauguration of Reagan in DC. and many other events. Ron was always there to give financial advice to our family and Gateway. He built a loyal team in his CPA practice and always respected their loyalty. Ron would always be candid and speak of his family in any conversation we would have. His battle over health issues is a testament to the fight he won for so many years and the support of his family in the battle. We are blessed to have known Ron over these 40+ years and will cherish the memories. Our deepest sympathy to Patti, Chris and Kevin and the family. God Bless.

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Leigh DeFilippis posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

As kids, we looked forward to visiting with our cousins. Baseball was the preferred sport. Cousin Ron was always a guy who you could count on. He stood up for what was right and was a stalwart in his beliefs. He demonstrated great strength throughout his life. Family and faith were two of his greatest strengths. Saying I will miss him is an understatement. May he rest in peace.

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Joyce & Peter Dargel posted a condolence

Monday, January 22, 2024

Memories of Ron go back to when we met as coaches in Little League some 35 years ago. Peter and I coached a different team on the fields in Succasunna but our teams played each other and both of our kids both grew up in the Roxbury school system. At some point a couple years into Little League, Ron became our accountant. We always enjoyed exchanging stories on our annual tax appointment and, as the years passed, it became an old home week to catch up with our lives, so close and yet so divergent, and talk about the kids after they graduated high school and college and, of course, politics! I felt Ron so deserved his appointment to the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission and had faith that he would do what was best for all. To us, Ron was one of the good guys, straight forward and detailed, full of business acumen but compassionate, interesting and multi-faceted. I will miss seeing Ron at tax time, whenever I work the election polls at Jefferson School where he and Patty voted, and on the occasions where I would see him around town and we would catch up on our health and lives. For all the good that you did, the help you gave, and for the family you are leaving, may God Bless you all. Our sincere sympathies to Patty, Chris, and Kevin, and Ron's grandchildren. May his memory live in your hearts and souls. Thank you for all the community and personal counsel you gave, the fight you fought, and the good you did. Joyce and Peter Dargel

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john Libretti posted a condolence

Monday, January 22, 2024

I knew Ron for about 50 years, having gone to college with his brother Joe. Ron was a dedicated and loyal fan of Siena College and took great joy whenever Siena would beat Seton Hall in a sporting event. We all sparred with Ron at various times, even when we coached little league with him in the mid 1970s. It was his nature I think!!! He was an outstanding accountant and manager as evident by his political appointments in New Jersey and his long standing accounting firm. He was quick with his objections to what was said, but he kept us on our toes. He will be missed. Rest in Peace our dear friend. John and Carol Libretti

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Marshall Gates posted a condolence

Monday, January 22, 2024

I have known Ron close to 40 years. Always good for conversation about the Yankees and politics. May he rest in peace. Marshall Gates

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Carol Dougherty-DeRise posted a condolence

Sunday, January 21, 2024

Oh Patti and family. I was a dear dear friend with Ron. We have known each other 40 years. I am truly going to miss him. Love you Carol Dougherty-DeRise.

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The Caporusso Brothers posted a condolence

Sunday, January 21, 2024

The Great White Whalers defense, Siena/St Peters basketball trips, Jets/Yankee games, barbecues, among many other laughs and great memories. You always treated us like extended family and will be missed. Vince and Joe Caporusso

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Chuck & Jan Swatling posted a condolence

Saturday, January 20, 2024

Patti, Chris, Kevin and families, we are so stunned & sorry to have just learned of Ron’s passing. We have fond memories of him and especially just meeting by surprise in the pool at the condo in Flagler. A real gentleman who took such good care of his family, he will be missed by all. May the choirs of angels…

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Jacque D. Nelson Weiss posted a condolence

Saturday, January 20, 2024

I am so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. I'm grateful to have been in touch with Ron again because of our DePaul 50th HS reunion. We had a number of very meaningful conversations and I want Ron's family to know I will hold his memory close, and send my heartfelt condolences to the family of a fine man and friend.

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Lisa McCoulskey posted a condolence

Saturday, January 20, 2024

Cousin Ron was one of the most courageous men I know. We always had some very heartfelt conversations, and he gave the best advice anyone could ever ask for. I literally grew up with Cousin Ron always there. I remember as a little girl when I first met him while he was dating Patti Jean and then later marrying her, how happy I was part of our family. He is a wonderful steward of our Lord and Savior. He is kind, caring, and just a wonderful person. I will miss you Cousin Ron on this earth, but I truly look forward to our meeting again up in heaven. Love you!

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Harry and Maureen S. posted a condolence

Saturday, January 20, 2024

"When the Angels come to guide someone, you love to His heavenly kingdom, this will not be the most difficult day of your life...though sad, we must rejoice!", Harry. It truly seems like only yesterday that Kurt and I met our next-door neighbors in the dorms at Ryan Hall, Siena College, Ron D. and Jimmie D. They were the upper classmen who made us immediately feel like one of their friends. With cards in hand and fun in their hearts we learned the most important thing about college life...pinochle. That year we became brothers united in a fraternal group of Kappa Omega Psi, cheering for our Basketball team at what Ron called "Gibbon Gardens", and sharing a cold Gennie at the Rat which was conveniently located below the Gardens. God has blessed us with Ron, with Patti and with lots and lots of fine memories. We shared many tears together, tears of joy and laughter. I must say that Heaven, in all its glory, has received the Master-of-Ceremonies. Thanks for being the friend of us all. May you rest peacefully, amen. Harry and Maureed

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Saturday, January 20, 2024

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May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Ron will be missed by all. Found this old photo of the guys have a good time. My deepest sympathy. Lois

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Fred Hall posted a condolence

Saturday, January 20, 2024

I am deeply sadened by Ron’s passing. He was always kind and considerate to me and my family and was a pleasure to be around. Ron was always there to volunteer to help out his town, county and state. A really special man who always provided advice to others. I will miss our conversations on a variety of issues, Roxbury has lost a gem. His institutional knowledge of Roxbury can not be replaced. My heartfelt condolences to Ron’s family.

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Matt Ryan posted a condolence

Saturday, January 20, 2024

I'll remember Mr. Defilippis as a friendly, welcoming, and generous gentleman. He and his family opened their home to me on several occasions. I hope they can take some comfort in the memories built in a lifetime.

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Vinnie and Dennis Caporusso posted a condolence

Saturday, January 20, 2024

We are so sad to hear of Ron’s passing. Our family has wonderful memories of the happy times that we have all spent together…..the football games, soccer games, graduations and weddings are moments to remember. Ron loved his family and friends and will be missed by all. Love and peace to the entire DeFilippis family. Vinnie and Dennis Caporusso

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Kevin LaPoint posted a condolence

Friday, January 19, 2024

Transferred to Siena as a junior, and Ron was one of the first to welcome me to 3E Ryan Hall. Ron was ready to play all of our dorm sports, but was a true standout in sports statistics, whether Siena basketball, college or professional teams or standings. He had a real penchant for everything numbers. Our sincerest condolences to Patti, sons, grandchildren and family, and friends far and near. May our memories with Ron be everlasting. Raise a cold one with Kurt…

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Friday, January 19, 2024

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Patricia Neiswender posted a condolence

Friday, January 19, 2024

I knew Ron in college- he was a Siena frat brother to my future husband, Kurt. What a crazy Siena crew! We all stayed in touch over the years and tried to get together for Siena Basketball games once a year. Ron was a good guy. I bet he and my husband, who passed in 2021, are up in heaven together, chatting about Siena basketball.

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Mary Bishop posted a condolence

Friday, January 19, 2024

Ron was truly a wonderful person and amazing neighbor. He always went out of his way to say a kind word to me and my family members when we met in the neighborhood. We know he is in God's loving arms. With love and respect always, Mary Bishop

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