SOMERSET – Ralph A. Papetti, age 75 of Somerset, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. Born and raised in Boston, Ralph was the beloved husband of Kathleen L. (Coughlan) Papetti and the son of the late Louis & Margaret (Gabriel) Papetti.

Prior to retiring, Ralph worked as an Operations Manager in the Science & Technology division for Verizon. He began working in the Tele-Communications Industry at the young age of 16. Ralph was an avid sports fan, and enjoyed coaching his kids in different sports. He also loved to travel with his wife Kathleen, and most of all, Ralph enjoyed spending time with his family, especially with his grandchildren.

In addition to his beloved wife Kathleen, Ralph is survived by his children: Laurie Donatella (husband Anthony), Amy Papetti, and Michael Papetti (wife Kerri) all of Somerset; his siblings: Robert, William, Joseph, Maria, Michael Papetti, and Lisa Olsen; and his cherished grandchildren: Brendan, Julia, & Nicholas Donatella, Sophia Law, Gianna & Gabriella Papetti, and Gabriel Charrette; along with many nieces & nephews.

Ralph's visitation will take place on Friday Morning, Dec. 8th from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, with a service to conclude at 12:00 P.M. in the Manuel Rogers Funeral Home, 1521 N. Main St., Fall River, MA. Cremation to follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ralph's memory may be made to Boston Latin School Association, 300 Fenway, Palace Road Building, Suite 313, Boston, MA or online at www.bls.org., or to the Boston Public Library Fund, 700 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02116 or online at www.bplfund.org.