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James J. Rizzo Esq.

James Rizzo Obituary

Rizzo, James J. Esq.

Rochester: Aug. 25, 2012. Age 66. Survived by daughter, Tera (Craig) Jensen; son, Emery Rizzo; granddaughter, Brittni; sisters, Althea, Pamela & Gloria Rizzo; several nieces & nephews. Jim was President of the Finger Lakes Soaring Club.

Calling FRI. 4-8 PM at Falvo Funeral Home 1295 FAIRPORT NINE MILE POINT RD. Webster (Rte. 250). His memorial service will be held 10 AM SAT. at South Presbyterian Church 4 E. Henrietta Rd. Rochester, NY 14620. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the Rochester Finger Lakes Soaring Club Youth Division, Dansville, NY 14437.

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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle from Aug. 29 to Aug. 31, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for James Rizzo

29 Entries

J G

September 8, 2012

Jim, Your were my first, and best instructor. You were my best friend. I look forward to flying with you again,..where there's always a +8 lift and beautiful skys.

Sharon Punty

September 1, 2012

Gloria and Pam, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. It must have been a terrible shock. Thinking of you and your family through this sad time. Sharon DeFazio

Bunny Giancola

September 1, 2012

Your departure was untimely & oh so sad. You will be missed by your many friends. Your family feels total devastation. They will continue to feel your loss, your love & your mere being. I'm so sorry I couldn't be with your family Fri or Sat due to health issues, but my heart & love are with you all. Love from a very sad Bunny. I'm praying for you.

September 1, 2012

Jim although I only new you for a short time I can honestly say that you were and are a great person. I know that you are a wonderful father because it shows in your 2 wonderful children. Emery is a very fine young man and I know how proud you are of him and rightfully so, as well the pride you have for your Daughter Tera and your grandaughter. You did an awesome job with your children but I'm not surprised because you are an awesome person. I'll see you again on the other side. May God Bless You, Laurie J. Harris

Tera Jensen

August 31, 2012

I miss you dad...today, tomorrow and forever. You touched so many people's lives in your short life but more importantly you touched mine. You were an amazing dad to me and you will live on in my heart forever. I promise to continue to make you proud of me.
You were a humble man with a giant heart that loved to fly. I find peace in the fact that you were happy and left this world doing the thing that you loved so much in the glider that you loved. Not many people can say that. I'm glad you made time to do what made you happy.
You have permanent wings now, dad, fly high!
xoxo
your favorite daughter

Elaine Flanegan / Doyle

August 31, 2012

Althea,Pam,&Gloria, so very sorry to hear of your brother's passing. we connected a few years ago at St. Louis's church. you are all in my prayers.

John M Simpon III

August 31, 2012

Jim you were the best of friends and a decent Lawyer too. You served my family and friends for some 35 years. I often brought needy individuals to you for help and you always seemed to find help for them or do it yourself with the Simpson discount. You helped me to understand the rule and spirit of law and art of knowing it was time and better to make a deal. I only regret not getting a chance to go up with you. Perhaps we can go soaring on the other side. I'll Meet you there I'm sure.

August 30, 2012

Pat and I will miss you.
Jim Coates

August 30, 2012

A good friend, We will really miss him. Marti and John Witte

melisa steinmetz

August 30, 2012

Rip rizzo you were a nice guy and will be missed by us all. I thank you for help and legal advice you offered even if relayed through family. You went out flying with angels only to become one. May you rip

Lilli & Alex Ferguson

August 30, 2012

Jim,
Alex and I were your "first clients" when you began your practice, or so you said. We have lost a long time good friend and advisor with your passing. You were very much loved and will be very much missed. We wish you could see how many lives you have touched and made a difference in one way or another. Now as you make your way to your final resting place, know that you will always be in our hearts and on our minds.
Our prayers to the family and other friends left behind.
Till we meet again amigo!

Sincerely,

Rick Lafford

August 30, 2012

We at Finger Lakes Soaring Club and all of Upstate aviation will dearly miss Jim. His dedication and service, flying with anyone anytime and doing so with a smile, will very much be missed.

Kim Fritts

August 30, 2012

I am sorry to know of this passing of James Rizzo. My Prayers goes out to his family! Mr Rizzo was my Divorce Attorney back in 1998 RIP James..

Ann Philippone

August 30, 2012

I was so sad to hear of Jim's passing, but so comforted that he left this world in his beloved glider. I met Jim working in my family's office as a kid, and he really helped me to understand it was okay to follow my heart and pursue what I really loved in life. I am grateful for that message to this day. My condolences to the Rizzo family. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.

Valerie Uchie

August 30, 2012

Jim was not only my lawyer, but a friend. He was always there to advise me on my legal matters, and if he could not assist me he directed me to someone who could. I will always remember him by: his laugh, sense of humor & how he really cared for each of his clients. Jim had a big / sincere heart that he shared w/his clients. Jim, you are missed more than you will know. Thank you for Always being there for me.

May God Bless your Family Jim, in their time of sorrow.

Chris Orlick

August 30, 2012

Uncle Jim...a great man with a big heart. He had a great sense of humor. Wish I could have spent more time with you. We will miss you.

Sharon Merkel

August 30, 2012

I had the pleasure of working downstairs from him. He always made us laugh. He was a good man with a big heart that will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends.

Ann

August 30, 2012

Life with Jim, needless to say, certainly was not boring! We shared our families, good friends, gatherings,many laughs and at times bumpy roads, Many eventful trips and plane rides. Always felt safer in a plane with you other then in a car!

You were a loving and supportive Father and Papa to Tera, Emery and Brit. They will carry on your life with a smile. You will always be in our hearts

John Story

August 29, 2012

I remember fondly all the times spent with Uncle Jim growing up. He was always good for a laugh and was a kid at heart. I truly regret not seeing him more in recent years. Emery and Tera we're so sorry for your loss and we're all thinking of you. Rest in peace Uncle Jim.

J. Mack

August 29, 2012

I meet Mr. Rizzo a year ago when he represented my Nephew in a Federal Case. Mr. Rizzo was a man of his words, if he said he was going to do something you knew it was going to be done. He will be missed. Thank you for sharing him with us.

To the Rizzo Family: Our prayers are with you always. We are so sorry about your great lost.

Mary and Sal DeCosta

August 29, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Paul Gilfus

August 29, 2012

Good for a joke, a little of his time, lunch, a little too much family history, flying lessons and a good defense. A great man with a huge heart. I will miss you Uncle. I wish we has spent more time together but you left too soon.

August 29, 2012

Gloria, We are very sorry for your lose, Many prayers to your family.
Hector and Lazaro.

Michele Shafer

August 29, 2012

i'm going to miss Uncle Jim. He was so much fun to be around and spend time with.
I asked him once about being a defense attorney. Because I work at the DAs office and hear a lot about some really bad people.
He told me there are two sides to every story.

August 29, 2012

Gloria, Jackie and Jill, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! Love, Lisa Cramer

Ron Ogden

August 29, 2012

On behalf of soaring people in western New York, deepest condolences on Jim's passing. A great friend and pilot, he always have of his time and skill to help other pilots. We here at Harris Hill Gliderport and the National Soaring Museum will miss him very much.

August 29, 2012

I'm so very sorry for your lose.Jim was a great person and a very true friend,he is missed deeply.Many prayers to your family,The world is at a great lose , God Bless
R.Brown

August 29, 2012

Very sorry to the family for your loss. For many years, Jim was a great part of the neighborhood on State Street, and always had a laugh for us at my store.

John Vito
(o'bagelos )

Shirley Neal

August 28, 2012

I was 16 when you first represented me,now Im 47 you watched me grow out of trouble. When I called for legal advice you were always there. I will always remember you by your bow ties,sports car & humor. REST IN PEACE Mr.Rizzo you will be missed

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