Ralph Martinelli’s family confirmed to News 12 that he died Saturday night. The Ossining resident was 57.

He started events like the popular Burger and Beer Blast – a part of his magazine’s Wine and Food Festival.

Those who knew Martinelli say that for every event he planned, he found a way to give back.

Martinelli sat on the Board of Directors for Arts Westchester and was a strong supporter of the Food Bank for Westchester.

His father, Angelo Martinelli, was once the longtime mayor of Yonkers. 

He’s also one of six brothers, including a former city council president and a city court judge.