Ralph L. Grotto, age 93, passed away on October 7, 2014 at Saratoga
Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on August 2, 1921 in, Manhattan, NY, the son of
the late James Grotto and Caroline Morrow.
Ralph was raised on Mott St on the
East side of Manhattan. He served in the US Coast Guard prior to
WWII. By trade, Ralph was an accomplished jewelry mechanic and
designer. He worked on 47th St in the diamond district for 25
years. Ralph married his wife Helen in 1943. They lived in
Lindenhurst Long Island and had four children.
In the 1960's Ralph's love of
horses brought him to upstate NY. A longtime trainer at Saratoga
Raceway, he worked with some great horses over his career. In his later
years, Ralph stayed active at the track and enjoyed spending time with his
children and grandchildren.
Ralph is survived by his sons; Ralph Grotto Jr., James
Grotto (Elena), daughters; Bernadette Cooper (Asa), Caroline Mazucci, grandchildren;
James Grotto Jr., Alexis, Amanda, Asa III (Alexis), Ralph III, Joseph,
Dominick, Sarah, Joanna, and 2 great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife Helen Hurley, One
brother and two sisters.
A private family service and interment will be held at St.
Peters Cemetery, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Ralph. He was a very good friend of my father Armand. He will be missed by many.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear of Ralph's passing . He was a great guy around the race track. He and Wimpy were always so cute together ! My Condolences to the family , Sandy Beaulieu
ReplyDeleteSaratoga Raceway lost another devoted horseman. Ralph was s gentle Gentleman. Rest in Peace Dear friend. Our deepest Sympathy to Ralph's family. Harold & Gerry Goodsell
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ReplyDeleteWhat a Gentleman... Great Guy! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Family. God Bless You, Ralph, and May You Rest in Peace. Love, the Adsit Family <3
Ralph was a great guy. We will miss him. Our deepest sympathy to his family
ReplyDeleteUncle Rock, I love you man!!!!! Louis
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