Ralph, 73, of Gilroy, passed away in his home on Sunday, September 23, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife; Elena Aguinaga, his son Robert Aguinaga and Daughter-In-Law Kara Aguinaga, Grandchildren; Zachary and Sydney Aguinaga, Sisters; Amparo Veloz, Irene Olivares and Helen Serrano. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Ralph was preceded in death by his Daughter; Veronica Aguinaga, Mother; Rosa de La Rosa, Father; Antonio Aguinaga and Brother; Antonio Aguinaga.

Ralph spent 43 years working for Nob Hill Foods as manager for many of their stores in the Bay Area. He loved spending time with his family and watching his Grandchildren. He spent many years volunteering for St. Mary Church and St. Joseph's.  Along with his wife, they were marriage preparation counselors and Eucharistic ministers at the Church. He was also a scout leader with the Boy Scouts, Troop 792 in Gilroy.  Other hobbies included working in his garden, watching sports and traveling.

A visitation will be held on Friday, September 28, 2018 at 3:00 pm, followed by a Vigil in Spanish at 7:00 pm.  A Bi-lingual Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at 10:00 am at St. Mary Church.

In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations made to St. Joseph's or Stanford Medicine.