Ron Luciano
1937–1995 (age 58)
Major League Baseball umpire
Biography
Ron Luciano devoted his life to baseball, rising to prominence as a Major League umpire whose sharp eye and irrepressible personality helped define an era of the game. Fans and players alike appreciated his ability to balance the rigors of rules enforcement with a warm, anecdotal presence that kept the diamond lively.
His passing in 1995 was mourned by the broader sports community, and he was laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery, where family and admirers continue to honor his love of baseball and his lively spirit.