Ralph "Nick" Cangiano Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Ralph “Nick” Cangiano, 83 of Reno, Nevada, formerly of Aliquippa passed away February 25, 2017 after a lengthy illness. He was born August 4, 1933 in Aliquippa and was the son of the late Nicola and Mary Cangiano. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Frances C. Swan, a brother: Frank “Champ” Cangiano and a sister-in-law: Caroline Cangiano. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, stationed in Alaska, during the Korean Conflict. Ralph was employed with the state of Nevada in the Division of Forestry. He reveled in working with his hands on anything mechanical. Ralph would find power scooters and wheelchairs in need of a little work. He would repair them and then graciously give them to his neighbors or friends who needed some assistance, He is survived by a brother, Paul N. Cangiano two nephews: Joseph Cangiano and Sandy Carroll, Ronald Swan and Lisa Aloe. He is also survived by his former wife Gayle Cangiano. Visitation will be Monday from 5-7 p.m. in the Anthony Mastrofranceco Funeral Home Inc. 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa 15001 724-375-0496. Departing prayers will begin at 9:15 a.m. in the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Frances Cabrini Church with Fr. Martin Bartel, O.S.B. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The Beaver County Special Unit will perform full military honors at the cemetery.

Ralph "Nick" Cangiano

August 4, 1933 - February 25, 2017