Rafael (Ralph) Federico, 69, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on April 24, 2013. He was a loving husband, a protective father, and an affectionate grandfather who truly loved his family. He enjoyed listening to country music, casting his fishing rod into the lake, and sitting on his front porch. He instilled the importance of receiving an education, having a solid work ethic, and having strong family values in his children. He is loved and will be missed by all that had the privilege to know and love him. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Linda Federico; sons Rafael Jr., Raymond and Rick; daughter, Rebecca; and 10 grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 2nd from 7-9 p.m. with a rosary at 7:30 p.m. at A.L. Moore Grimshaw Mortuary, 710 W. Bethany Home Rd., Phoenix, AZ. A memorial mass will be celebrated at Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral, 6351 North 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, on Friday, May 3rd at 10 a.m. Inurnment will take place at Resthaven Cemetery on May 10th at 11 a.m.
