Ralph Endrizzi Johnston City, Illinois Obituary

Ralph Endrizzi

Ralph Joseph Endrizzi, 84 of Johnston City passed away at 6:05 p.m., Friday, November 13, 2020 at the Anchor Living Center in Marion with his loving family by his side. Ralph was born June 16, 1936 in Johnston City to Domenick and Julia (George) Endrizzi. He married Flora Roberts on August 25, 1954 in Mt. Vernon. Together they have shared 66 years of marriage. Ralph and Flora always enjoyed taking their Sunday afternoon rides together in the car and looking at wildlife. Ralph was retired having been a sheet metal worker for 28 years. He was a member of Sheet Metal Workers Local #268. Ralph was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Johnston City. He was a 1955 graduate of Johnston City High School. Ralph enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. His greatest enjoyment was spending time with his grandchildren and watching them at their sporting events. Survivors include his wife, Flora Endrizzi of Johnston City, three children, Janice (Ronnie) Forcum of Steamboat Springs, CO., Mark (Ginger) Endrizzi of Vienna and Darryl (Stacie) Endrizzi of Johnston City; eight grandchildren, Amber (ryan) Houberg of Williamsburg, VA, Zachary (Jennifer) Forcum of Steamboat Springs, CO., Matthew (Mandy) Endrizzi of Vienna, Lacie (Lewis) Rashid of Lansing, MI., Chuck (Melea) Ellingson of Watson, MN., Karyn (James) Meyerhoff of Manila, AR., Bryar Endrizzi of Herrin and Brylea Endrizzi of Johnston City; 15 great-grandchildren, Emily, Henry, Alice, Rosie and Ellen Houberg, Wesley and Mitchell Forcum, Zelda Rashid and baby Rashid on the way, Mason and Matthew Ellingson, Johanna, Levi, Audrey and Nolan Meyerhoff; two sisters-in-law, Naomi Endrizzi of Herrin and Mary Jean Thornton of Herrin. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and his beloved canine companion, Rascal. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers and sister-in-law, Robert (Nina) Endrizzi, Albert Endrizzi; sister and brother-in-law, Helen (Earl “Rags”) Babington; beloved aunt, Anna Mary Endrizzi. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at Pyle Funeral Home. Interment will be in Lakeview Cemetery in Johnston City. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Pyle Funeral Home in Johnston City is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Manna Mission in Johnston City. Memorial envelopes are available at the funeral home. DUE TO HEALTH CONCERNS RELATED TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS AND BY THE SIGNING OF EXECUTIVE ORDER BY THE ILLINOIS GOVERNOR, It is recommended if you were planning on attending the service please wear a mask and social distance yourself from others. For additional information or to sign the book of memories, please visit www.pylefuneralhome.com.
June 16, 1936 - November 13, 202006/16/193611/13/2020
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Rita (Allen) McCluskey
February 20, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a kind man.
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Ross Morgan
November 25, 2020
Just saw this, had no idea he was gone. Sorry for your loss, I always thought very highly of Ralph. He was a good neighbor and friend. I'll always remember that he "never" saw us smoking in the furnace room @ the old High School. He is with with Rags, Helen and all t... Continue Reading
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Tammy Bennett
November 24, 2020
I’m soo sorry for your loss . Prayers for the family
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Paul Mocaby, Jr.
November 22, 2020
We lived next door to the Endrizzi family on Newton St in 1970. They were great neighbors and even greater people. Blessings to you all. Paul Mocaby, Jr.
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Lisa Claunch
November 19, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you
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Naomi Endrizzi
November 18, 2020
Ralph was 12 years old when I married his older brother Albert and we took him with us a lot of the time! He always thought my cooking was good and said I made best peanut butter sandwiches and that was about all I could make. He married Flora the most wonderful sister i... Continue Reading
Elaine Davis
November 17, 2020
My deepest condolences. He was a good man and will be missed.
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Barbara Vatovec
November 16, 2020
Condolences to Flo and all of Ralph's family from Tony and Barbara Vatovec. Ralph was a good friend and will be sadly missed. May he rest in eternal peace and Heavenly love.
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Deanna Barker
November 16, 2020
My deepest condolences on the loss of your dad. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
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Jenny Booth
November 16, 2020
I miss you my Italian friend and brother. You were my favorite.I enjoyed taking care of you at The Anchor. Love Jenny Booth CNA,Douglas and Roland.
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