Ignazio G.M. “Iggy” Ruggieri Obituary (1952 - 2022)

Ignazio G.M. "Iggy" Ruggieri of Verona, NJ, passed away suddenly at home on May 26, 2022 at the age of 69. Arrangements are by Paul Ippolito-Dancy Memorial, Caldwell, NJ. Services are to be held privately. For a complete obituary and to send condolences please visit www.ippolitofuneralhomes.com. Mr. Ruggieri was born in Bronx, NY and grew up in the Lake Hopatcong area before moving to North Caldwell, NJ where he raised his family. Iggy received his Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts at Montclair State University before embarking on his career as a commercial photographer and owner of I. Ruggieri Photography, Inc. in Woodland Park, NJ. As a patriotic man, he proudly served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He was well known in the community as an avid fan of boating where he spent a lot of his time on Lake Hopatcong. He loved art and photography as he had a knack for making the ordinary extraordinary. Iggy also loved racing his 1983 Porsche. Those who knew him will remember him as a man who was a true original in every way--a character who always left you with a smile. If you asked him, his favorite place was his home. He loved entertaining friends and family and will be remembered for standing at the counter watching TV with a scotch and a cigarette. This didn't take away from the exceptional meals he made, that always left you wanting more. Iggy is the beloved father of Alexandra Ruggieri and Michael Ruggieri; he is the dear brother of Maria and Cathy Ruggieri and the former husband and dear friend of Deborah Ruggieri.