Obituary of Ralph Dauito Jr.

Ralph Gerald Dauito Jr., age 89, passed away peacefully June 28th, 2017. He was born on February 9th, 1928. He was a lifelong resident of Vineland, New Jersey and had attended Vineland Public Schools. He was married to, Angeline (nee Noto), for over fifty beautiful years. Together they had three children; Ralph, Diane, and Richard. Ralph worked with his father, Ralph Dauito Sr. and brother, Anthony "Buddy" Dauito, in the produce and trucking industry for most of his career. Together they owned and managed RDS Trucking. Later in his career he partnered with his son Richard, establishing and operating R & R Brokers. Ralph was a member of the New Jersey Motor Truck Association and Landisville Fruit Growers Association. Ralph was also an active member of the Diamond Social Club and Landisville Social Club, where he enjoyed playing cards and talking shop. Ralph's hobbies included, electric trains, playing cards, socializing with friends. He was an avid nature lover and could frequently be found in his back yard feeding the birds. He had a passion for making homemade wine and every summer his family looked forward to his traditional crab and spaghetti dinner. Ralph loved being surrounded by his family. His children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren were the pride and joy of his life. To them, he was known as "Paw". He loved entertaining them with songs and stories of his younger days. A few years after the passing of his wife, Ralph had the good fortune of meeting Sharon Bruno. Together, the two would travel and create many fond memories. His endless support and wise words with be truly missed and forever in our hearts.