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Salvatore "Sam" Ricotta

Salvatore Ricotta Obituary

Ricotta, Salvatore "Sam"
ChurchviIle: Thursday, October 25, 2007 after a long battle with cancer at age 73. He is survived by his loving family: wife of 49 years, Anna Ricotta; daughters, Mary Angel "Angie" (Anthony) Simone of Penfield, Josephine Ferauaillo (Tom Ellis) of Henrietta, Rita (Gaetano) Rizzo of Scottsville and Laurie (Romeo) Brandani of Maryland; grandchildren, Marianna, Tommy and Dina Marie Simone, Salvatore, Mary and Melina FerauaiIlo, Francesca, Rianna, Nina and Michael Rizzo, Lorenzo and Sofia Brandani; sisters, Maria "Mimi" (Vito) Maggio, Licia (Anthony) Fiduccia and Rosalia (Joseph) DiPaola; brother, Vincenzo; niece, Rosemary (Pasquale) LaCorto, nephew, Paul (Rosa) Maggio; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. Special thanks to Dr. Alagappan & nurses and Dr. Khorana & nurses at Strong Cancer Center and all the special people who have been so supportive and loving to Sam and his family.
His family will receive friends on SUNDAY 5-9 PM at the funeral home. On MONDAY, please join his family at Holy Spirit Church (1355 Hatch Rd., Penfield) at 10:30 AM for his Funeral Mass. Entombment White Haven Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be directed to the James P. Wilmont Cancer Center, 601 Elmwood Ave. Box 704, Rochester, NY 14642 in his memory. PROFETTA FUNERAL CHAPEL
1650 Empire Blvd. Webster/Penfield

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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle from Oct. 27 to Oct. 28, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Salvatore Ricotta

24 Entries

Michele VanEpps-Schultz

November 6, 2007

Rita,
My very deepest condolences on the passing of your dear father. He was one-of-a-kind and will surely be missed by all who knew him. Just know I'm thinking about you.

Robert Sheffer

November 5, 2007

I'm sorry for your loss.My thoughts are with you all.

Kathleen Hall (nee Maul)

November 2, 2007

Josephine - I am so sorry you had to go through this. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family. I hope you find peace during this time.

Nancy Goodger

November 1, 2007

Anna and the whole Ricotta family,
I am so sorry for all of you on Sam's death. He was a very special person and always had a smile for everyone.
When I lived in Scottsville he did my hair and even when I came for a visit he would work me in if I asked. He just had such a way with people.
I know he is at peace now and I hope you can all remember the good times.
Nancy Bly Goodger
Las Cruces, NM

Jodie (Mattoon) Larzelere

November 1, 2007

Mrs Ricotta, Angie, Josephine, Rita & Laurie,
My mother and I were both sad to read about the passing of Sam - it's been a long time since Erie Station Rd, but we won't forget Mr Ricotta - he was such a sweet man. We're so sorry to hear that he was ill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jacek, Leah, Aria & Kaia Megiel

October 31, 2007

Rita, Tom, Francesca, Riana, Nina, Michael, Mrs. Ricotta and all the family,

I will always remember my talks with Sam about growing up in Europe and the difference between "there" and "here." He was so appreciative of what he was able to accomplish in this country and I will miss those talks. It will sure be hard to walk into the Beauty Shop and not see his smile!

He was a great man with a wonderful family. Not many people get the chance to touch as many lives as Sam did, and for that I am grateful to have known him.

God bless you all, you have been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

Shaun Hernick

October 31, 2007

Mr. Ricotta was a good man. He may have left us physicaly, but spiritualy he will always be with us. Blessings upon you all in this time of sorrowful rememberance.

Tim & Carol Schwab

October 30, 2007

Anna and Girls and the entire Ricotta Family, Tim and I send our sincere condolences to all of you during this time and our prayers are with you. Tim and Carol Schwab

Jodi Maurer (Schwab)

October 30, 2007

Mrs. Ricotta and Family: I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Ricotta. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Valerie Ambeau

October 29, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Your father was a very special man,and I know that he will be always be with you.

Valerie, Don, and Alyssa Ambeau

Cheryl Williams

October 29, 2007

Anna and to the entire Ricotta family. I am truly sorry for your loss. May god be with you at this very sad time. Please Anna if you need anything, call me. You have my number. I wrote it in your book. My thoughts and prayers will be with you always.

Carol and Mark Hawley

October 29, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your father was blessed with such a caring and loving family.

Ree Born

October 29, 2007

My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. You are and will be in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord give you peace and love in these coming days.

Cindy & Gordie Howe

October 28, 2007

Our hearts go out to you and your family. Sam was a very special and a very generous person. He will be missed by all. God Bless.

Delia and Bob Mittermeier

October 28, 2007

Our sympathy goes out to the family. Sam was so kind to my aunt, who had alzheimers, but loved to come into the salon and have Sam do her hair.

We are thankful he is at peace now.

Rene Thomson

October 28, 2007

Anna and family,
My condolence to all the family. I was your next door neighbor on Erie Station Road many years ago...We had good times and I know you will miss Sam but he has just gone ahead of us......Rene

Tina Charette

October 28, 2007

Anna, Rita and your family
My deepest sympathy to you at this diffficult time. Sam was a very special person and he was such a courageous fighter throughout his illness. May you find comfort in all the great memories he has given you. You will be in my prayer in the days ahead.
God bless you.

Colleen Kelley

October 28, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sam was a wonderful person and we had alot of laughs over the many years I have known him, which I will always remember.

Amy Dole

October 28, 2007

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Janet Deasey

October 27, 2007

Rita, I am so sorry about your Dad. Please let me know if there is anything I can do and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janet Deasey

Kim, John and Jack Truebger

October 27, 2007

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Paula Crevison

October 27, 2007

Rita, Tom and all family members:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Sam was a great person who loved the world and the people in it. May God bless and keep you in his loving arms during this time and always.
Love,
Chuck, Paula, Seth and Mariana

Christine Davis

October 27, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

KERRY & FRANK GUERCIO

October 27, 2007

We are so sorry about Sam. He was such a kind spirited man. He always had a smile, even when he was sick. You are such a close, loving family, and it will be very difficult for a long time. I know you will have a giant hole in your family. This is not forever. Someday we will be with our loved ones, with no pain, and never having to say good-bye again. You will be in our prayers! We are here if you need anyhing! We have to thank God for putting such special men in our familys. We have to thank Him for everyday we had with them. They were truely gifts from God. May God carry you through this very difficult time. As time goes on, may your good memories grow stronger.
God Bless!
Kerry

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