Ralph Natale

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Ralph Natale, 85, died peacefully on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack surrounded by his loving family. He is the beloved husband of Geraldine “Dolly” (Bostrom) Natale with whom he shared 64 years of marriage.

Ralph was born in Boston, Massachusetts on October 5, 1940, and was the son of the late Mario and Mary (Viscione) Natale. He received his education in the Boston School System and was a graduate of East Boston High School with the class of 1958.

For more than 15 years, Ralph worked for Thom McAn Shoe Company, where he served as Vice President. After serving as VP for many years he left the company and founded his own business, NIRACH, a name he lovingly created using the first two letters of each of his children’s names. Most recently, Ralph partnered with his brother, Jerry, to own and operate Real Estate Research Consultants. Ralph took great pride in the company, which continues today under the leadership of his son, who proudly carries on his father’s legacy.

In his free time, Ralph enjoyed many of life’s simple pleasures. An avid golfer, he was a longtime member of Nashua Country Club and cherished the friendships he made there over the years. He loved skiing the mountains of New Hampshire in wintertime and relaxing by the lake on a beautiful summer afternoon, often with his traditional 4 p.m. Dewar’s Scotch in hand. Ralph’s career afforded him the opportunity to travel extensively, and he enjoyed visiting destinations around the world, including Taiwan and South Korea. Above all, Ralph was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who never missed an opportunity to support his family. Whether attending a grandchild’s sporting event or gathering around the table for a family dinner, he treasured every moment spent with those he loved. Ralph will be deeply missed by all who knew him and forever loved by his family and friends.

In addition to his wife, Dolly, he is survived by his three children, Ralph Natale Jr. and his wife Amy of Amherst, NH, Christopher Natale and his wife Lynne of Bedford, NH, and Nicole George and her husband David of Salem, NH; his nine grandchildren, Aaron Natale, Jillian Allaire and her husband Randy, Rachelle Fournier and her husband Justin, John Natale, Evan Natale and his wife Manda, Jeremy Natale, Ella Natale, Gavin George, and Lillian George. He is also survived by his three great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Sadly, in addition to his parents, Ralph was predeceased by his brother Gerard Natale and his sister, Arlene Potenza.

Relatives and friends are invited to Ralph’s visitation on THURSDAY, July 9th from 4 until 7 PM at ROCHETTE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 21 Kinsley Street, Nashua. His Funeral Mass will be held on FRIDAY, July 10th at 10 AM in Saint Kathryn Parish, 4 Dracut Road, Hudson. Kindly meet at church. His interment will be held at the convenience of his family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ralph’s name to Bishop Guertin Athletics, either online at https://www.bghs.org/alumni-giving/make-a-gift or by mail to: Bishop Guertin High School, Attn: Advancement Office,194 Lund Road, Nashua, NH 03060

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ANCTIL-ROCHETTE.com