Ronald J. Masini

Ronald J. Masini, 83 of Westfield passed away at home on June 10, 2026.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Ron at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Thursday June 11 from 4-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church in Newark on Friday at 10 AM. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Born in Newark, Ron was a longtime resident prior to moving to Westfield in 1980. He worked for Hertz Rental Cars at Newark Airport, and later served as Vice-President at Avis Rental Cars before his retirement. 

Ron fondly recalled his days playing guitar in the 1960s, in his band Oliver and the Cromwells. A kind and generous man, Ron made friends wherever he went and lived his life with purpose and with good intentions. He will be sorely missed.

The son of the late Chief Magistrate of Newark Ernest Masini and the late Amelia (nee Caruso) Masini, Ron was the beloved husband of nearly 46 years to Juliet (nee Costa) Masini. He is also survived by his dear brother-in-law Manuel Costa, and by many dear friends and loving nephews. Ron was predeceased by his brother Ernie Masini, by his faithful dogs Brandy, Winston, Chelsea and Pepper, and by his cat Crazy.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Best Friend Dog and Animal Adoption by clicking here.