Ralph Truppi RIP - Page 2

jeff ellex · 07-28-2008, 01:05 PM

My condolences to the entire Truppi family, Ralph was an excellent engine builder, and over the years became a friend, he will be missed by all. He was instrumental in getting my SS/DA project started, Ralph's personality was genuine and unique. I will always remember the long talks we had at the shop, he was always interested in my cars performance, and that I was using that horsepower to its fullest.

SuperStock71 · 07-28-2008, 01:36 PM

I just got word from his eldest son Michael. Here are the arrangements.

Branchburg Funeral Home
910 Route 202 South
Branchburg NJ 08876
Funeral home phone # (908)-526-7638
http://www.branchburgfuneralhome.com/

Viewing:
Wednesday 2-4 p.m. & 7-9 p.m.

Funeral Service:
Branchburg Funeral Home
Thursday 11 a.m.

alan r caraway · 07-28-2008, 01:46 PM

God Speed Ralph
We were just talking about him Sat. at Reynolds.

RandyB · 07-28-2008, 07:19 PM

Very sorry the here this. I hung around TK alot in the mid 90s Ralph was always cool never told us to get out and would answer any question I had about S/SS motors. RIP

Joe Fasano · 07-28-2008, 09:00 PM

I raced with Ralph back in the early 60,s when he ran the Muglia and Truppi 61 Belair 270HP that was a killer car then, Ralph was way ahead of his time in Technology. He was always cordial and helpful at the track. He will be sorely missed by those who know him RIP Joe Fasano.

Bob Pagano · 07-28-2008, 10:49 PM

This man took all of us and gave us what we needed to be good racers, it went beyond building your engine and picking a great combo. He showed us what we did wrong and how to fix it and if that did not work he fixed it. There are no words I can say that can express my thanks for all he did over the years, Ralph never knew the word no. We all need to take some time and pray for him and his family in their time of need. Stop and think of how much he gave us as I believe he takes a small peice of us with him. My condolences to the entire Truppi family. Bob Pagano

Dave Stinner · 07-30-2008, 08:55 AM

I thought I would post Ralph's obituary from c-n.com

Quote:

Ralph M. Truppi Jr., 67, died Sunday (July 27, 2008) at Somerset Medical Center in Somerville. Born in Morristown, he formerly resided in North Plainfield before moving to Branchburg 32 years ago.

Mr. Truppi served in the Army Reserves from 1977 to 1983.

Ralph was self-employed as a professional race car engine builder and was inducted into the National Hot Rod Association Hall of Fame-Northeast Division. He was responsible for more than 100 NHRA national records. He was the owner of the 1997 Bridgeport Speedway Sportman Championship car, driven by his son, Brian, and maintained by his son, Michael. Ralph was a former coach of both the Branchburg travel soccer and Branchburg baseball leagues.

Surviving are his beloved wife of 45 years, Laurel Zicha Truppi; his two loving sons, Michael and Brian Truppi, both of Readington; and his dear mother, Marian Bernake Truppi of North Plainfield.

A prayer service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, July 31, at the Branchburg Funeral Home, 910 US Highway 202 South, Branchburg, 908-526-7638. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. today, July 30, at the funeral home.

07-30-2008, 09:04 AM

I was just out of High School when I met Ralph, and the TK gang. Great guys. I saw my first engine Dyno'ed there, got some parts to build the first stocker engine for my car. Those guys would always take the time to answer my questions, and offer advise. Ralph will truely be missed. My condolences to the whole Truppi family.

07-28-2008, 01:05 PM	#11
jeff ellex Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: lackawaxen, pa Posts: 15 Likes: 2 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Ralph Truppi RIP My condolences to the entire Truppi family, Ralph was an excellent engine builder, and over the years became a friend, he will be missed by all. He was instrumental in getting my SS/DA project started, Ralph's personality was genuine and unique. I will always remember the long talks we had at the shop, he was always interested in my cars performance, and that I was using that horsepower to its fullest.

07-28-2008, 01:36 PM	#12
SuperStock71 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 1 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Ralph Truppi services I just got word from his eldest son Michael. Here are the arrangements. Branchburg Funeral Home 910 Route 202 South Branchburg NJ 08876 Funeral home phone # (908)-526-7638 http://www.branchburgfuneralhome.com/ Viewing: Wednesday 2-4 p.m. & 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service: Branchburg Funeral Home Thursday 11 a.m.

07-28-2008, 01:46 PM	#13
alan r caraway Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: athens tn Posts: 82 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Ralph Truppi RIP God Speed Ralph We were just talking about him Sat. at Reynolds. __________________ Alan R. Caraway

07-28-2008, 07:19 PM	#14
RandyB Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 52 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Ralph Truppi RIP Very sorry the here this. I hung around TK alot in the mid 90s Ralph was always cool never told us to get out and would answer any question I had about S/SS motors. RIP

07-28-2008, 09:00 PM	#15
Joe Fasano Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Hasbrouck Heights NJ, Naples Florida Posts: 299 Likes: 4 Liked 232 Times in 44 Posts	Re: Ralph Truppi RIP I raced with Ralph back in the early 60,s when he ran the Muglia and Truppi 61 Belair 270HP that was a killer car then, Ralph was way ahead of his time in Technology. He was always cordial and helpful at the track. He will be sorely missed by those who know him RIP Joe Fasano.

07-28-2008, 10:49 PM	#16
Bob Pagano VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: New Holland, PA Mooresville,NC Posts: 1,163 Likes: 240 Liked 16 Times in 11 Posts	Re: Ralph Truppi RIP This man took all of us and gave us what we needed to be good racers, it went beyond building your engine and picking a great combo. He showed us what we did wrong and how to fix it and if that did not work he fixed it. There are no words I can say that can express my thanks for all he did over the years, Ralph never knew the word no. We all need to take some time and pray for him and his family in their time of need. Stop and think of how much he gave us as I believe he takes a small peice of us with him. My condolences to the entire Truppi family. Bob Pagano __________________ Bob Pagano A/SA

07-30-2008, 09:04 AM	#18
Todd Hoven Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Ralph Truppi RIP I was just out of High School when I met Ralph, and the TK gang. Great guys. I saw my first engine Dyno'ed there, got some parts to build the first stocker engine for my car. Those guys would always take the time to answer my questions, and offer advise. Ralph will truely be missed. My condolences to the whole Truppi family.