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Ralph R. Valenti Sr. 81 of Troy NY passed away on May 16, 2026 after a short
illness. He was the loving husband for 57 years of Barbara Scarati Valenti and the
son of the late Rocco and Clara Delmonico Valenti
Ralph attended LaSalle Institute and was a 1965 graduate of Troy High school.
Later he played football for the Troy Titians a semi pro league. He pitched for the
Teli Tavern Softball team for several seasons. Ralph owned and operated the Teli
Tavern in downtown Troy in the 1970’ and 80’s. He started Yankee Decks and
retired in 2023
Ralph is survived by his wife Barbara, loving children Ralph Jr. and Christina. He
adored his four granddaughters Talia, Ava, Sienna and Giada. Ralph is also
survived by sisters Julia DiMura,and Yolanda Valenti along with many nieces,
nephews, cousins, great nieces and great nephews. He was pre deceased by
siblings Saverio, Antoinette Lanzillo, Mary Parella, Phyllis Catalano, Oneil and
Clorinda DeVito.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the service for Ralph. Calling hours will
be held at the funeral home Friday from 10 AM until 12 Noon
A memorial service for Ralph will be held on Friday May 22,2026 at 12 Noon
at The Bocketti Funeral home 336 Third St Troy with Deacon Charles Wojton
officiating
The family requests that in lieu of flowers contributions in Ralph’s memory may
be made to The Alzheimer’s Association of New York in care of 1003 Loudon road
Cohoes NY 12047
Arrangements by: Bocketti Funeral Home
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Alzheimer's Association
1003 New Loudon Road, Cohoes NY 12047