Ralph N. Yamello, 85 of West Long Branch, died, Tuesday, May 27th at the Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch. Mr. Yamello retired in 1980 as the Captain of the West Long Branch Police Department, following his retirement he worked for many years as a Sales Representative for Keith Smykal Associates of West Long Branch. Ralph …
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Ralph N. Yamello, 85 of West Long Branch, died, Tuesday, May 27th at the Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch. Mr. Yamello retired in 1980 as the Captain of the West Long Branch Police Department, following his retirement he worked for many years as a Sales Representative for Keith Smykal Associates of West Long Branch. Ralph was elected to the West Long Branch Borough Council in 1983 serving until 1992 and served as the Police Commissioner of the Council. He was a member of the American Legion of West Long Branch. Surviving is his wife, Erna Spitz Yamello; their four children, Robert and his wife Francine Yamello, Gary and his wife Melissa Yamello, Joy Yamello and Linda and her husband Joe Licata all of West Long Branch; four grandchildren, Amanda, Eric, Nicholas and Jessica. Visitation Friday, May 30th, 2 until 4 and 7 until 9 pm at the Woolley-Boglioli Funeral Home, 10 Morrell Street, Long Branch. Funeral services, Saturday, May 31st, 1 pm at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery, Oceanport. Contributions in memory of Ralph may be made to the West Long Branch First Aid Squad, PO Box 197, West Long Branch, NJ 07764.
Judy Wortman
left a message on June 3, 2015:
Erna: My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I remember Ralph always went out of his way to help the WLB 1st Aid Squad when he worked for Keith. I hope your memories of Ralph will ease your loss.
Joe Mellaci
left a message on June 2, 2015:
I was so very sorry to hear of Ralph's Passing while I was out of State. Ralph was a special sort of person that this world could use many more of. I will always have the utmost Respect for Ralph and will miss bumping into him on occasion, which was always a pleasure. I pray that God gives you all strength during this most difficult time.
Sheri huhn
left a message on June 1, 2015:
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Huhn Family
Guest
left a message on May 31, 2015:
MR. YAMELLO I WILL NEVER FORGET HOW HARD THIS MAN WORKED ON THE CASE IN THE DEATH OF MY BELOVED BROTHER CARL ARDOLINO JR. HE WOULD NOT LET IT GO UNTILL IT WAS SOLVED AND HE WORKED CLOSE WITH PRIVATE DETECTIVES THAT WE HAD ON THIS CASE. ALWAYS UPDATING MY FAMILY ON ALL THAT HE INVESTIGATED. AND HE PLAYED A VERY IMPORTANT PART IN SOLVING THIS CASE. FOR THAT I HAVE NEVER FORGOT WHO HE WAS EVEN THOUGH I LEFT WEST LONG BRANCH YEARS AGO I WILL FOREVER BE GRATEFUL FOR HIS DILIGENT WORK ON BEHALF OF MY FAMILY REST IN PEACE SIR I AM SURE YOU HELP SO MANY OTHERS THAT I KNOW NOTHING ABOUT GOD BLESS THE FAMILY OF THIS DETAGATED OFFICER. SINCERELY ANGELA ARDOLINO (MAYE)
Bob Maggio
left a message on May 30, 2015:
As a young child I spent a lot of time at the Yamello's house. Gary was and still is one of my closest friends, more like brothers. Since I was at their house so often I had always considered the Yamellos extended family and Mr. Yamello was like a second father. I loved going over to their house especially when Mr. Yamello was watching over the sauce and meatballs cooking in the kitchen. As we all know Mr. Yamello always held his cards close to his chest and had a great poker face and for a young kid he could come off as being somewhat intimidating. One day I showed up at the house, Mr. Yamello was watching over the sauce and meatballs on the stove. The food smelled amazing, I couldn't wait to dive into it! Gary and I get called into the Kitchen and Mr. Yamello proclaims 'Maggio, you two goons are eating Prison Food Tonight' and he puts a bowl of water and a hunk of bread out in front of us and walks out of the Kitchen. I laugh out loud everytime I think about it. They don't make men like Mr. Yamello anymore and I for one feel extremely blessed to have had him and the entire Yamello family in my life. I have very fond memories of him and he will be forever remembered in my heart. My Heartfelt Condolences and Love to All as we remember a Great Man.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
The Guzzi family
left a message on May 30, 2015:
So sorry for your loss!! You and your family will be in our prayers.
Susan Zweig Banner
left a message on May 29, 2015:
Dear Yamello family, I am very sorry to hear that your father passed away. He was a very kind man who always had a smile on his face. He will truly be missed. Sue Zweig Banner
Tom Manzo
left a message on May 29, 2015:
I was sad to hear of the passing of a Law Enforcement legend of the West Long Branch Police Department. I must share a story about Ralph that I tell almost everyone at one time or another. I was 18 years old in June of 1978 and reporting for duty for the first day as a Patrolman of the West Long Branch Police Department. Now mind you I was so young I couldn't even figure out how to get my gun out of my holster let alone shoot it. Well, I was assigned to Captain Yamello once I reported to headquarters. He immediately told me " kid never forget you're first call". Then he directed me to get in his police cruiser and sit on the passenger side. I asked him where we were going and he replied "to your first call". I was so excited thinking I was going on a call of something juicy, you know fight, fire, accident etc... I became very disappointed when there were no overhead lights on, no siren. Nothing.... You can only imagine where he took me?? Apparently, the day before an elderly couple had been in a motor vehicle accident ans as a result there car was towed. He made me go to their house, take a grocery order, shop it for them then deliver it. That's the type of person Ralph Yamello was. Kind hearted, sincere, honest and caring. May he rest in peace. I'll miss him and tell this story forever. Fondly, former Patrolman, Tom Manzo
ojw@myfairpoint.net
left a message on May 29, 2015:
I worked with Ralph,when I started on the West Long Branch PD,in 1967,he was a great leader,and taught you how to do things the right way.He also became a great friend. Jules B.Wolfson
Red Bank Catholic Freshman Baseball Team
left a message on May 29, 2015:
A candle was lit by Red Bank Catholic Freshman Baseball Team on 2015/05/29
Michele Nicastro
left a message on May 28, 2015:
Bob, Francine & Family, I am very sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Please accept my condolences. Losing a loved one is never easy. May he Rest in Peace.
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Judy Wortman
left a message on June 3, 2015:
Erna: My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I remember Ralph always went out of his way to help the WLB 1st Aid Squad when he worked for Keith. I hope your memories of Ralph will ease your loss.
Joe Mellaci
left a message on June 2, 2015:
I was so very sorry to hear of Ralph's Passing while I was out of State. Ralph was a special sort of person that this world could use many more of. I will always have the utmost Respect for Ralph and will miss bumping into him on occasion, which was always a pleasure. I pray that God gives you all strength during this most difficult time.
Sheri huhn
left a message on June 1, 2015:
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Huhn Family
Guest
left a message on May 31, 2015:
MR. YAMELLO I WILL NEVER FORGET HOW HARD THIS MAN WORKED ON THE CASE IN THE DEATH OF MY BELOVED BROTHER CARL ARDOLINO JR. HE WOULD NOT LET IT GO UNTILL IT WAS SOLVED AND HE WORKED CLOSE WITH PRIVATE DETECTIVES THAT WE HAD ON THIS CASE. ALWAYS UPDATING MY FAMILY ON ALL THAT HE INVESTIGATED. AND HE PLAYED A VERY IMPORTANT PART IN SOLVING THIS CASE. FOR THAT I HAVE NEVER FORGOT WHO HE WAS EVEN THOUGH I LEFT WEST LONG BRANCH YEARS AGO I WILL FOREVER BE GRATEFUL FOR HIS DILIGENT WORK ON BEHALF OF MY FAMILY REST IN PEACE SIR I AM SURE YOU HELP SO MANY OTHERS THAT I KNOW NOTHING ABOUT GOD BLESS THE FAMILY OF THIS DETAGATED OFFICER. SINCERELY ANGELA ARDOLINO (MAYE)
Bob Maggio
left a message on May 30, 2015:
As a young child I spent a lot of time at the Yamello's house. Gary was and still is one of my closest friends, more like brothers. Since I was at their house so often I had always considered the Yamellos extended family and Mr. Yamello was like a second father. I loved going over to their house especially when Mr. Yamello was watching over the sauce and meatballs cooking in the kitchen. As we all know Mr. Yamello always held his cards close to his chest and had a great poker face and for a young kid he could come off as being somewhat intimidating. One day I showed up at the house, Mr. Yamello was watching over the sauce and meatballs on the stove. The food smelled amazing, I couldn't wait to dive into it! Gary and I get called into the Kitchen and Mr. Yamello proclaims 'Maggio, you two goons are eating Prison Food Tonight' and he puts a bowl of water and a hunk of bread out in front of us and walks out of the Kitchen. I laugh out loud everytime I think about it. They don't make men like Mr. Yamello anymore and I for one feel extremely blessed to have had him and the entire Yamello family in my life. I have very fond memories of him and he will be forever remembered in my heart. My Heartfelt Condolences and Love to All as we remember a Great Man.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
The Guzzi family
left a message on May 30, 2015:
So sorry for your loss!! You and your family will be in our prayers.
Susan Zweig Banner
left a message on May 29, 2015:
Dear Yamello family, I am very sorry to hear that your father passed away. He was a very kind man who always had a smile on his face. He will truly be missed. Sue Zweig Banner
Tom Manzo
left a message on May 29, 2015:
I was sad to hear of the passing of a Law Enforcement legend of the West Long Branch Police Department. I must share a story about Ralph that I tell almost everyone at one time or another. I was 18 years old in June of 1978 and reporting for duty for the first day as a Patrolman of the West Long Branch Police Department. Now mind you I was so young I couldn't even figure out how to get my gun out of my holster let alone shoot it. Well, I was assigned to Captain Yamello once I reported to headquarters. He immediately told me " kid never forget you're first call". Then he directed me to get in his police cruiser and sit on the passenger side. I asked him where we were going and he replied "to your first call". I was so excited thinking I was going on a call of something juicy, you know fight, fire, accident etc... I became very disappointed when there were no overhead lights on, no siren. Nothing.... You can only imagine where he took me?? Apparently, the day before an elderly couple had been in a motor vehicle accident ans as a result there car was towed. He made me go to their house, take a grocery order, shop it for them then deliver it. That's the type of person Ralph Yamello was. Kind hearted, sincere, honest and caring. May he rest in peace. I'll miss him and tell this story forever. Fondly, former Patrolman, Tom Manzo
ojw@myfairpoint.net
left a message on May 29, 2015:
I worked with Ralph,when I started on the West Long Branch PD,in 1967,he was a great leader,and taught you how to do things the right way.He also became a great friend. Jules B.Wolfson
Red Bank Catholic Freshman Baseball Team
left a message on May 29, 2015:
A candle was lit by Red Bank Catholic Freshman Baseball Team on 2015/05/29
Michele Nicastro
left a message on May 28, 2015:
Bob, Francine & Family, I am very sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Please accept my condolences. Losing a loved one is never easy. May he Rest in Peace.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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