LIBERTY Ralph P. DiPietro, 76, died Tuesday afternoon at Hospice House. He was born October 16, 1932 in Massillon, OH a son of Serophino L. and Mary A. DePietro DiPietro and was a lifelong area resident.

Mr. DiPietro worked for US Steel McDonald Works for 38 years before retiring in 1982. He served with the United States Army, was a member of St. Patrick Church and enjoyed woodworking.

His wife, the former Janice Knight, whom he married November 28, 1959, died December 2, 1992.

He leaves three daughters, Monica (Eric) DelColle of Liberty, Beth DiPietro of Columbus and Janet (Kevin) Barren of Cortland; two brothers, Larry (Evelyn) DiPietro of Greenwood, SC and Bill (Linda) DiPietro of Hubbard; two sisters, Evelyn (Armond) Prezioso of Niles and Esther Palumbo of Girard; four grandchildren, Sam, Mary, Louie and Frankie DelColle.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Janice and two brothers, Sam and John DiPietro.

Family and friends may call on Sunday, 12:00 to 1:00 PM at the Kelley-Robb Funeral Home, Hubbard.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, 1:00 PM at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Rd., Poland, OH 44514.

Please visit www.kelley-robb.com to view the obituary and to send condolences to the family.

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