Hoboken Obituary: Ralph Corrado Jr.

Hoboken resident Ralph Corrado Jr., the owner of Rosie’s Farmland Diner in Little Ferry, passed away on Aug. 6.

The following obituary comes courtesy of Failla Memorial Home:

“Ralph Corrado Jr. of Hoboken, NJ, passed away Thursday, August 6th. Ralph was the proprietor of Rosie’s Farmland Diner in Little Ferry, NJ, which operated from 1946-1990. Ralph was extremely proud of his Italian-American heritage and Hoboken roots. He loved the Yankees, Joe DiMaggio, and Frank Sinatra whom he personally assisted backstage at the Paramount Theater in New York in 1943. Known for his quick-witted sense of humor and street-smart mentality, Ralph’s greatest legacy is the unwavering love and devotion that he possessed for his family members and close friends (especially his life-long friend who pre-deceased him, Alfred Avitable).

“He will be fondly remembered by his devoted wife, Bonnie Corrado (nee Bittner); faithful sons, Arnold Corrado and Marc Antonuccio; loving daughter-in-law, Jeanne’ Corrado (nee LaForte); cherished grandchildren, Matthew Corrado, Jenna Corrado, and Rowan Antonuccio; and admiring nieces and nephews, including Lucille Corrado.

“Ralph is reunited with his parents, Raphael “Tex” and Carmella “Milly” Corrado; sister, Mildred Casella; and brothers, James “J.J.”, Johnny, and Carmen “Sonny” Corrado.”

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