Ralph J. Nocera

Schenectady - Ralph J. Nocera, 77, passed away on Tuesday, December 25, 2018 surrounded by the love of his family. Ralph was the son of the late Emilio and Carmella Nocera and was the devoted husband of 54 years to Gayle Nocera, nee Zink.

Ralph's favorite hobby was collecting Antique toys. Along with his love for History, Ralph also enjoyed attending car shows. But above all, Ralph enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Along with his beloved wife, Gayle, Ralph will be forever missed by his children, Mickey (Krista) Nocera, April (Walter) Bruzdzinski, and Tammie (Peter) Fanfa, grandchildren, Nina, Michael, Malyn, Cassandra, Ashley, Cameron, and Zellia, sisters, Ninfa (James) Wood, and Candy (Rich) Barton, along with many loved nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie, on Friday December 28, 2018 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday December 29, 2018 at 10:00 am with the burial to immediately follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery, Colonie.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ralph's name to the Amyloidosis Foundation here.