Memories of Ronald Albert Durante

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Ronald Albert Durante

Lindenhurst, NY, USA

October 31, 1943 - April 6, 2020

Oct 31, 1943 - Apr 6, 2020

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Phil Gerbino

2022, JFK Airport (JFK), Queens, NY, USA

I’m back at T4 tearing out the work Ron and I put in together in 2014-2017. I think about him just about every day being on the same ground we spent all that time on together. He is dearly missed.

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Alfred Durante

I feel so blessed that I got to have a wonderful friendship with Ronnie, He welcomed me into the family, and I will never forget the many wonderful times we spent together, my prayers are with Camille and the kids, much love William Ryan

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Alfred Durante

I remember the day, Ronnie was Born, From that time on he was so special to me, As he grew we were very close. We shared ! We supported one another as we grew . Ronnie did so much for me and others . He is with us every day, for those who were lucky enough to have him part of their lives. I am so lucky to have had him as a brother, a friend and much more . Alfred Durante

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Debbie Mathes

Thinking of all of you today !! Just know he’s watching over all of you & smiling down He will be forever your angel 🙏😢💔🌹prayers & love stay strong my friends ! 🙏love you all

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Debbie Mathes

Happy heavenly birthday Mr Durante !! Your family was so lucky to have a wonderful man like you in their lives keep smiling & shining your forever light on them ! We miss you !! Cheers to you 🍾🍾🍾🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈♥️♥️💔till we all can be together one day ! 🍾

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Gail Cambareri

I never met Ronnie in person but during the years that I worked with Camille I felt like I knew him. Through her stories I learned of Ronnie's generosity and fun loving nature. He and Camille were always off on a vacation that mostly included their whole family! My heart goes out to you Camille and your family because he was taken too soon and I know how much you all loved him and will miss him. I pray for you every day.

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Stephanie Mercado

Ronnie was such a wonderful colleague and friend, his presence is greatly missed at JFK! I will never forget his kindness, generosity and love for Aruba and Fishing! We were lucky to share many fond memories with him, I will always remember how excited he was for our JFK fishing trips, and all of the great places he recommended for my husband and I to visit during our honeymoon in Aruba. He always spoke about how important his family was to him and all of the great times they shared. Ronnie was a great human being in all sense of the word. I extend my deepest sympathies to the entire Durante family. Ronnie will forever be missed!

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Christina Durante

Double Dating: Betty and her cousin Camille would arrange these dates with care. They shared a breast specialist at Sloan Kettering Breast Clinic in Manhattan. When it was time for their semi-annual appointment, they made it on the same time and date. Ron and I naturally would accompany them. We were like two husbands waiting in anticipation at a maternity clinic. But the end result we were awaiting was not the birth of a baby, it was the news of a wonderful diagnosis. Meanwhile Ron and I ,who were kindred spirits, in dining in splendid pleasure , would plan-the dinner. Ronnie had great insights into what we should eat. I accepted all of his suggestions from the antipasti to the limoncello. We would cross the street to the restaurant where in our relief, we were ready to eat the tablecloth. It was during these dinners that I learned a slick trick from Ron. He would inform us in the middle of eating that he needed the men’s room. What he did at that time was slip the waiter his credit card. He wanted no scenes at the end of the meal. We also double dated in Florence, Italy at one of our favorite trattorias called “IL Fagiolo”. However Ronnie could not perform his credit card trick-they only accepted cash. I will always remember his joy for life; his generosity; his love for Camille and his entire family. I will always miss our Double Dates. With love Lou Acerra

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Claudine Ranieri

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Claudine Ranieri

Dear Camille and Family,
Our deepest condolences for the loss of our life time family friend,Ronnie. During this time of sorrow, may the gentle presence of friends and the caring love of family help to comfort you. Ronnie was a true testimony of what it is to be husband, father and true friend. How blessed we were to know him all of these years, my heart is full with memories of sharing laughter and unconditional love.
He will truly be missed , grateful we had the opportunity to be blessed by his gracious heart. He definitely is another angel in heaven , may he watch over all of us and you.

With Love & Sincere Sympathy
Claudine & Family

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Alan & Kathie Smith

Dear Camille and all your family,
Ron was such a warm and generous guy, always quick with a smile, a hug and a good word! His love for his family was evident. He valued good conversation and sincerely cared for others.
We always looked forward to his arrival in Aruba. It really won't be the same without him.
We want you to know that Ron was one of our favorites.
May you find peace in knowing that he touched the lives of many.
Much love,
Alan and Kathie

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Margaret Perrone

Ron was such a warm hearted person. Probably one of the kindest people I have ever met. Upon my arrival working at the Port Authority 3 years ago, he was an instant friend and colleague. He loved making us St. Paddy’s day lunch - corned beef and potatoes. He made work feel like home.

He is greatly missed ❤️😔

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Mary Civelli Vano

Dear Camille and family, Carmine and I send our most heartfelt condolences to you. We met in Aruba years ago and shared many great times together. Ron was a good family man with a kind, generous and fun loving spirit. He will surely be missed. We raise our "Old Fashion" to you dear friend............Till we meet again.

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James Durante

My uncle Ron was the best. He was the rock of the family. He is sorely missed, but this is also a time to be grateful for having him in our lives in the first place. I think he would prefer us to think about the good times, which were made all the better because of him. I love you, Uncle, always.

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John and Teresa Morrone

Dear Camille and family. Both John and I are very sorry to hear of your Ron's passing.
Our heartfelt condolences during this time of sorrow.
With love. Teresa and John Morrone

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Connie Crump

Dear Camile and family, Connie and myself cannot express in words the loss of our friend , and your husband . Ron was a great man who had a great heart and was loved by many. We had so many great times and built amazing memories with you guys in Aruba. He will always be remembered and close to our heart. We know he is looking down on your entire family and will watch over you. Ron will forever be in our hearts. Camille we love you so much and we are here for you always!

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Lorraine Maltzman

We are so sorry for your loss !!!! Ronnie was a man who was larger than life and loved by all who knew him. His death shocked all who knew and loved this man especially you !!! Allen and I pray Ronnie will watch over you and give you and Christina the strength to go on as you must !! We loved him and will cherish our memories, pictures and video's. He is in our hearts forever !!!!!!!!

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Nichole Fechter

Much love to you all during this time! You will all always hold a special place in my heart! Much love to you all during this time! You will all always hold a special place in my heart! Much love to you all during this time! You will all... Read more

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philomena bellero

To My Dear Friend Camille and Family,
With a heavy heart I want to express my sincere condolences. I met Ronnie through Camille and instantly I knew he was a kind man. Their love for each other was apparent right away. I pray for strength for the Durante family, especially Camille. May you find comfort in knowing Ron is at peace in God’s loving arms. 🙏

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Charles Loiacono

simply Camille & Ronnie

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Charles Loiacono

He was my big brother in every sense of the word. I can't convey how much I miss him. He was my big brother in every sense of the word. I can't convey how much I miss him. He was my big brother in every sense of the word. ... Read more

Juliana Vincenti

Dear Camille, Ronnie Jr. and Christina and all the family members not mentioned.

Sal and I want to wish you all the deepest heartfelt condolences in the passing of your husband and father. We just want to say how blessed and grateful we were to have had neighborly friendship for years in Brooklyn on 67th Street, vacation and camp experiences, weddings, receiving Christmas cards and FaceTime calls from our parents home with Camille and Ronnie & family. We know Ronnie’s love and life as a family man made an impact on our hearts growing up and that will never be taken away.

May the comfort of God surround you all during this time of grieving and may the cords of love only continue to strengthen each day in the midst of sorrow and pain. We are praying for your family and look forward to the day when we can sit around a table and remember all the heartfelt moments we got to share with Ronnie and all of you. All our love Juliana and Sal Vincenti and children😘

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