Born to parents Salvatore Fest and Rose Nuzzo on January 18, 1929 in Saugatuck, (Westport) Connecticut. Ralph was very proud of his Italian heritage and very large family. He is predeceased by 8 brothers and sisters.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 yrs. Claire Smith Festa. They were married in Greenwich, Connecticut at St. Mary's Church. His children Michael Festa wife Mitzi Festa, Kathleen (Kathy/Katie) Festa Mnichowski, Debbie Festa Baldassare husband Frank Baldassare and John Festa wife Julie Festa. Ralph and Claire have 5 grand children and 6 great grandchildren.
Ralph served in the Army for 4 yrs and then worked at Condec Diesel Corporation for 40 yrs. He loved gardening and was once best in show for his beautiful roses which were his pride and joy. Ralph was a wonderful cook and especially loved to make Italian dishes he learned from his beloved mother. Ralph and Claire vacationed a great deal and retired to New Hampshire where Claire his wife still resides.
Wake services will be on Friday September 16, 2022 from 4-6pm at the Leo P. Gallagher and Son Funeral Home 31 Arch St. Greenwich, Connecticut 06830. Funeral services will be held on Saturday September 17, 2022 at 10am at St. Catherine's Church 4 Riverside Ave Riverside, Connecticut 06878. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetary Greenwich, Connecticut.
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