On May 4, 2023, Ralph Orobono passed from this Earth. He lived in Northampton, PA with his family for over fifteen years. He was married to Cynthia Orobono for 44 years. Ralph worked as a Warehouse/Transportation Manager for over 40 years. Ralph was a wonderful father to his children Anthony Orobono (daughter-in-law Hillary), James Orobono and Mary Orobono (fiancé Sean Graver.) Ralph was also a loving Pop-Pop to grandchildren Madison and Morgann. Teaching his children various sports like baseball, basketball, golf and martial arts. Ralph had many experiences from playing baseball with the Reading and Philadelphia Phillies. When injury ended his baseball career, it did not quell his passion for sports. Since the age of 18, Ralph taught youth groups in baseball and basketball. Martial Arts became his next passion and he excelled by earning three black belts from various schools and finally opening his own program. Elite Mixed Martial Arts Center opened in 2008. Shihan Ralph Orobono created a unique program adjusting the curriculum for each individual student. His credo is to "be the best you can be!" We will be holding a Memorial at Elite M.M.A. Center for our Shihan on June 10th, 2023 at 11 AM.

Services will be held on May 20th, 2023 at Reichel Funeral Home, 326 E. 21 ^st St. in Northampton, PA. The visitation will occur from 9AM - 12PM. Services will start at Noon.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Furry Feet Rescue at 771 S. Cottonwood Rd Walnutport, PA 18088.