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Joseph Ragusa

South Roxana |

Joseph Michael “Mike” Ragusa, 62, of South Roxana, Illinois passed away at 11:33 a.m. on Monday, November 9, 2015 at his home.  He was born February 28, 1953 in Wood River, Illinois, a son of Berneda (Cox) Ragusa of South Roxana and the late Joseph Ragusa.  He married Regina “Jean” (Basden) Ragusa on June 9, 1991 in South Roxana and she survives.  He had worked for over 20 years at Wood River Township Hospital in maintenance and retired from Blu-Fountain Nursing Home in Godfrey as a maintenance supervisor.  He enjoyed his days of playing pool and cherished spending time with his grandchildren.  He will be remembered for the special times shared with his family and friends.  In addition to his beloved wife and mother, he is survived by a daughter, Shara McBride of Florida; a son, John Ragusa of Carlinville; two stepsons, Shawn (Amy) Allen of Wood River and Craig Allen of South Roxana; five grandchildren, Caitlin, Liam, Matthew, Haylee and Macy; a sister, Paula Crane of Jerseyville; mother-in-law, Betty Basden of Hartford; special cousin, John Ragusa; special nephew, Jim Carlisle; other extended family and friends.  In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Gary Cox.

In celebration of his life, a memorial visitation will be held at Irwin Chapel, 591 Glen Crossing Road in Glen Carbon on Thursday, November 12, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. where a memorial service will be held on Friday, November 13, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Charles West officiating.  Memorials may be made to the family and may be accepted at the funeral home.  www.irwinchapel.com


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