Ralph Nazario, 68, of Mentor, passed away May 26, 2025. He was born December 12, 1956 in Cleveland.

Ralph was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who worked as a machinist for the past 39 years at Eaton Corporation in Euclid, OH where he served as UAW Local 2262 President for 18 consecutive years. He was also President of Eastside Browns Backers, and a member of PFUFA (Professional Football Ultimate Fan Association) where he was known as “Big Ralph” and was a Cleveland Browns season ticket holder since 1999.

Ralph enjoyed tailgating with “The Elf Pack”, going to Browns & Indians games, camping, boating, cruising in his 64 Galaxie, and most importantly spending time with his family.

Ralph had a generous heart as he contributed to the Deepwood Center in Mentor, OH, the J Babe Community Center in Canton, OH, and his biggest contribution was with the Toys for Tots where he earned Eaton Corporation’s Stover Volunteerism Award in 2024. Ralph always said “no child should wake up Christmas morning with nothing under the tree.”