Ronald J. Tarquinio (1955-2024)

Ronald J. Tarquinio, 68, of Moon Township, died on March 11, 2024, at his home.  He was born in Pittsburgh on September 19, 1955, the son of the late Arthur & Rose (Venneri) Tarquinio.

In addition to his parents, Ronald was preceded in death by his brother, Arthur Richard Tarquinio, a sister Anita Tarquinio-Marcocci, and a brother-in-law, Jeffrey Alborn.

He is survived by his wife, Jennifer (Alborn) Tarquinio and his daughter, Olivia Tarquinio.  Two brothers, Joseph Tarquinio (Mary Ann), Edward Tarquinio (Deborah) and a sister, Rosemary Tarquinio.  Mother-in-law, Kathy Abramovich, father-in-law, Charles Alborn, brother-in-law Jeremy Alborn.

Ron is a 1973 graduate of Moon Area High School. He obtained a BS in finance from Penn State University. Ron’s career in real estate began in 1974 while working for his family’s real estate company, Tarquinio Real Estate.  He worked at various firms, then created Tarquin Real Estate which later merged with CoRE Associates to form the present-day company, TARQUINCoRE.  Also, Ron was a partner in River Park Commons where he managed day-to-day operations of the facility.

Ron was a passionate family man with a generous heart. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother and friend.  Always joking, he brought laughter wherever he went.  Ron was an avid gardener and landscaper. Ron enjoyed making and gifting, “Olivia’s Homemade Pasta Sauce.” His daughter, Olivia, was his proudest accomplishment and the light of his life.

Friends will be received on Friday, March 15 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM in The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Township, 1522 Coraopolis Heights. Road. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Philip’s Church of Moon Township.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Rhema Christian School or Eden Christian Academy.