Joseph Ragone, 90, passed away peacefully on August 5 2018. He was born in Springfield on December 2, 1927 to the late Salvatore and Filomena Ragone. He was predeceased by his wife Ida (2007) and his son Rocky (2016). He is survived by his children James (Jean), Joseph and Victoria (Steve), 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren and his brother Victor, sisters Theresa Nadeau and Rose Toti. He loved music especially Tanglewood, and vacations to Venice, Italy. He is an Army veteran. Funeral servies will be held on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 starting at 10am at Byron Keenan Funeral Home, 1858 Allen St, Springfield with a graveside service at 11am in Hillcrest Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to: Baystate Medical Center, S35 onc. Katz unit, Attention Debra Hawkes- Manager, 759 Chestnut Street, Springfield, MA 01199. For further information please visit byronkeenan.com