Ronald (Ronnie) Cozzo, 79, of Toms River, NJ passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at home. He was born in Brooklyn, NY to Frank and Josephine Cozzo. Ronnie graduated from Fort Hamilton High School in Brooklyn, NY and Vogue Beauty Academy in NY, NY. Ronnie then became a barber at his father's shop where they worked together until his father’s passing. Ronnie moved his business to Brick, NJ in 1973 where he continued to run his business, Male Ego, for 40 years. Ronnie's passions included cooking, gardening, golf and spending time with his friends and family.
Ronnie is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Janet (Iafelice) Cozzo, his daughter Danielle Parikos and grandson Nikolas Parikos. He was predeceased by his son Joseph J. Cozzo. He was loved by all and an inspiration to everyone. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him.
Visiting hours will be held from 4-8 PM on Friday October 14, 2022 at Quinn-Hopping Funeral Home 26 Mule Road Toms River, NJ 08755. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday October 15, 2022 at St. Maximilian Kolbe RC Church 130 St. Maximilian Lane Toms River, NJ 08757.
In lieu of flowers the family requests a donation made in memory of Ronald C. Cozzo to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.quinn-hoppingfh.com.
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