Ronald A. Stortini

March 29, 1935 - July 8, 2021

Ronald A. Stortini, age 86, of Washington Township, NJ, formerly of Blenheim, NJ, passed away July 8, 2021. Beloved husband of 65 years of Rose Marie “Dolly” Stortini (nee Di Michele). Devoted father of Ronald Stortini (Donna) of Bridgeton, NJ, Mark Stortini (Michelle) of Glendora, NJ, and the late Michael Stortini who predeceased him in 1977. Loving grandfather of Stacie Hamilton (Michael), Julie Duncan (Eric), Amy Stortini, and Nicholas Stortini. Proud great-grandfather of Michael, Faye, Jake, and Owen. Dear brother of the late Dorothy “Dotsie” Mazza. He was also predeceased by his loving parents, Joseph Stortini and Helen Stortini (nee Fillman). Ronald graduated from Camden High School and was active in sports. He was a proud member of the NJ National Guard and was sent to active duty in 1962. He was employed by RCA and eventually founded his own construction company. He was an active member of Our Lady of Hope Parish / St. Agnes Church in Blackwood, NJ for many years. He was one of many instrumental in the forming of the Gloucester Township Midget Football League. Ronald was past president of the Kiwanis Club of Paulsboro, NJ as well as a member of the Sons of Italy. He was a present member of the Stetser Lamartine American Legion Post #281 of Chews Landing, NJ. Ronald loved the outdoors and was an avid gardener, well known for his flower and vegetable gardens. He was a dedicated hunter and later became a regular golfer. Upon their retirement, Ron and his wife spent much of their time travelling. Ron had a unique sense of humor which will be remembered by his family and friends. Viewing will be Wednesday, July 14, 2021 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Earle Funeral Home, 122 W. Church St., Blackwood, NJ 08012, where his prayer service will begin at 11:00 AM. Entombment with his late son will immediately follow at Harleigh Cemetery, Camden, NJ. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Cooleys Anemia Foundation, 330 Seventh Avenue #900, New York, New York 10001 or to St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38101. Condolences may be shared at www.earlefuneralhome.com *