Joe Ragano Jr.'s Obituary
Joe Ragano Jr. passed away on September 2, 2025, at the age of 90. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Mary Ragano, his wife, Lily Ragano, and his brother, Tony Ragano. He was a lifelong resident of Tampa. He graduated from Plant High School and then served in the United States Army. Joe was co-owner of Southern Tire Co with his brother Tony prior to his retirement. He was a member of the Interbay Moose Lodge and the American Legion. He was married to the love of his life Lily Cusmano Ragano for 62 years.
He is survived by his 3 children, 4 grandchildren, 1 great-granddaughter, and many nieces and nephews who loved him very much. Joe lived life to the fullest and his greatest joy in life was to give to his children and grandchildren. He was a wonderful father and grandfather, and he will be missed dearly. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate or to the Shriners Hospital for Children, https://donate.shrinerschildrens.org
Memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, October 11th from 2:00-5:00 PM at Boza & Roel Funeral Home, 4730 N Armenia Ave., Tampa.
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