Ronald A. Morini , 69
Mr. Ronald A. Morini, 69, of 215 Taylor St., New Castle passed away at his residence on Sunday February 21, 2010 at 7:05 pm.
Mr. Morini was born on October 2, 1940 in Ellwood City to Lisa Riciutti Morini of Ellwood City and the late Angelo Morini. Ron attended the Purification BVM Catholic School through 8th grade, and Graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1958. He attended Baldwin Wallace for one year, and graduated from Geneva College with a degree in Industrial Engineering.
Ron was a Master of Karate. He developed a unique style of Karate known as the RAM system. Ron was one of the first individuals to teach Karate in the U.S. beginning over 45 years ago. His Karate school in New Castle, RAM Karate School, also know as the New Castle Karate Academy, is well known and considered by many to be one of the finest Karate schools in America.
Ron had worked at Morini's Market as a boy, and sold Fuller Brushes as a young adult. While attending Baldwin Wallace he was a manager for a local radio show. Ron worked as an Industrial Engineer at Rockwell International, was VP of Engineering for Aero Quip, VP of the New Castle Foundry, President of Fiesta Foods, and VP of Operations for Galaxy Nutritional Foods. Along with the New Castle Karate Academy, Ron also owned and operated Morini's Market in Mahoningtown.
Ron was a member of the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Ellwood City. He was an avid skier, enjoyed traveling, and riding his Harley Davidson Motorcylce. In addition, Ron was a philosopher and a true gentleman.
Mr. Morini is survived by his mother Lisa (Riciutti) Morini of Ellwood City, his wife Susan (Colao) Morini, a daughter Leanne Cardoso of Morgantown W VA, a son and daughter in law Dean & Anna Morini of New York, a son Tory Morini of Florida, one step daughter and son in law Vicki & Wayne Aeschbacher of Ellwood City, a step son Robert Pezzi, four grandchildren ; Liliana and Diego Cardoso, Emma Morini, and Cheyenne Annarumo, three brothers; Angelo Morini, Jr. of Orlando FLA, Albert & Diane Morini of Ellwood City, Christopher & JoAnn Morini of Orlando FLA, and many nieces and nephews.
Ron was preceded in death by his father Angelo Morini.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday February 24, 2010 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the Samuel Teolis Funeral Home, Inc..
A mass of christian burial will be held on Thursday February 25, 2010 at the Holy Redeemer Church at 10:00 am with Father Bernard P. Shulik officiating. Internment will follow at the Holy Redeemer Cemetery. Those attending the funeral mass are asked to meet at the funeral home on Thursday by 9:20 am as the procession to church will begin to leave at 9:30 am.
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Guestbook
Don Bluedorn
Posted on February 22, 2010
I hope that the skiing is good there, my friend. We'll miss you here.
Don
Robin, Kathy, Brandon Tillia
Posted on February 23, 2010
God Bless you and your family. We have had the pleasure of Knowing such a wonderful man. Gods love and prayers always. Tillia's
Leanne Cardoso
Posted on February 23, 2010
You taught me the greatest lessons of my life, Dad. You always understood me, and we had a special connection that will live on. I love you. I know you are on the top of a mountain somewhere.
Joe Daugherty
Posted on February 23, 2010
Sensei, You showed me the path and then you guided me along "the way". I will always remember you. Love, Joe
Betty Wilds
Posted on February 23, 2010
Ron, I will surly miss your smile. You always lifted my spirt when we talked. Your adventures you shared with me, I felt as though I went on those trips with you. My friend, the trip you have taken now, we will someday be on together. May God watch over your wonderful family. I will truly miss you!
Dean Morini
Posted on February 23, 2010
Dad, I'll always remember to be strong and that it's only a planet. And mostly just you, getting me through the day now, your hand on my shoulder, your words of love and encouragement in my ear. I love you very much. The mountain awaits. Go for it. Deany.
GEORGE STEVENISH
Posted on February 23, 2010
SUE ,AND FAMILY.RON WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM.HE WAS A MASTER AND A GREAT PERSON .YOU ALL HAVE MY DEEPEST CONDOLANCES.
Rosemary Rozzi
Posted on February 23, 2010
Susan I am so sorry to hear of your loss..I have known Ron all my life and my prayers are with you...
Louis Rozzi
Posted on February 23, 2010
Susan I am sorry to hear of your loss...I have been friends with Ron allof my life and he will be greatlly missed.
Carol and Steve
Posted on February 23, 2010
What would I give to have you here just one more day.To give one more hug and to say we love you.Ron you left me with alot of memories that will last a life time. You were a giving person you taught us what life was about what nature ment to you Most of all how to be a strong person.I will miss you my ole Ronnie Morini
weedhopperisme@yahoo.com
Posted on February 24, 2010
our hearts go out to all the family jack & carmella coulter
Dr. & Mrs. Michael (Lorna Prestopine) Benner
Posted on February 25, 2010
We were saddened to hear of Ronnie's passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family.
Cyndy Kirkwood
Posted on February 26, 2010
I was very sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Husband, Father,& Grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God will surely give you the stenghth to get through this difficult time.If you need anything I am here for you.
Michael and Pattsie Rand
Posted on February 27, 2010
Even though we have not seen each other for several years Ron Morini was one of my closest friends. He was "sensei", I "Grasshopper". (as Ron referred to me)he was a master at Karate, building homes, and a great philosopher. He could and often did recite word for word to me "Desiderata". Two of his favorite sayings were "You must be your own first victory" and "Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, the body can surely achieve". and he was living proof that was true. In the 70's we were in-separable and spent much time at Moraine State Park that Ron referred to as the "Italian Riviera". He believed that we were once Roman Centurions and as depicted in this photo taken in 1997 outside his home on Taylor Street. When we would meet we would always do the Roman hand in arm shake. He was fearless and indestructible and a great teacher and friend to many. My deepest sympathy to his wife Susan and all the Morini family from Michael and Pattsie Rand. May God bless.
