Ralph Iula, 86 of Medford, died Wednesday at the Integrated Health Services of Medford. Born in Italy, he was the son of the late Nichola and the late Maria (Pinachio) Iula. Mr. Iula died after a lengthy illness. He was a Medford resident for thirty-seven years. He retired in 1985 following many years of work as a cabinet maker.
Mr. Iula is survived by his beloved wife Vincenza (Marinello). Three children, Anna Maria Bonaventura of Medford, Nicholas Iula of Texas and Frank Iula of Medford. Loving grandfather of Lisa Mirley, Freddie, David, Michael and Mellisa Bonaventura, Violetta, Raffaele, Mary, and Robert Iula. Loving great grandfather of Ryan, Kyle and Lauren Mirley. He is also survived by many brothers and sisters. Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., MEDFORD, Monday at 8 AM. Followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. James Church, 779 Fellsway, Medford, at 9 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday 4 thru 9. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.