Area aviation businessman and community leader dies at 73

Ron Ciaravella left a mark on many in the Sarasota-Bradenton community.

  • By Business Observer Staff
  • | 2:58 p.m. July 21, 2021
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Courtesy. Ron and Shannon Ciaravella.
Courtesy. Ron and Shannon Ciaravella.
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Ron Ciaravella was a man of the community. 

For some, he was a long-standing fixture in Sarasota’s aviation circles, known and respected by countless professionals. For others, he was a businessman of strong convictions who would never waver in doing what he felt was right. To a lucky few, he was a good friend and mentor. 

 

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