London, Ontario
1937 - 2015
It is with great sadness that the family of Francesco "Franco" Rizzolo announce his passing on Wednesday, September 9th, 2015 peacefully at University Hospital with his family by his side. Beloved husband of Elvira Rizzolo (nee Grasso) for 58 years. Remembered as a devoted father of Angela DiCicco (Pasquale) and Olindo Rizzolo (Dianne). Dearly loved Nonno of Francine (Eric), John, Erica and Abby and his great- granddaughter Hailey. Left to cherish his memories are his sister Filomena Mattia (nee Rizzolo) of Westfield, Mass., sister-in-law Luigina Mattia (nee Grasso) ( Luigino ) of Italy, Guilio Grasso (Celestina) of the United Kingdom. Also survived by many nieces and nephews in Canada, USA, the UK and Italy. Predeceased by his father Olindo Rizzolo Sr. (1987), his mother Nevicella Rizzolo (nee DiTrolio)(2008) and his brother-in-law Taddeo. Visitors will be received in the O'Neil Funeral Home, 350 William Street, London on Friday from 2:00 - 4:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Michael's Church, (511 Cheapside at Maitland) on Saturday at 10:30 a.m., followed by interment in St. Peter's Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Brain Injury Association www.braininjurylondon.on.ca or the Heart and Stroke Foundation www.heartandstroke.on.ca
Dear Olindo,Diane,Erica and Abby
Our Deepest Heartfelt Sympathy,May Our Dear Lord give you and your family comfort and peace at this time of suffering. You are in Our THoughts and Prayers. Irene,Walter,Christina,Wally Jr. and Sarah Attard
September 11, 2015
My sincere condolences to you and your family upon Franco's passing on the day of Bruce's service. Sharon was good enough to visit with us on Wednesday and tell us your sad news. I shall miss Franco's dear smile and my daily short visits with Vera. Love and happy memories of Franco to Vera, Angela and Olina. Marion Denstedt
September 11, 2015
Dear Elvira, Ang, Olindo and family,
we send our deepest condolences for your loss.We haven't seen Francino in a long time but remember his sweet smile and his devotion to his family.
Our thoughts are with you.
Frank and Trudi Di Trolio
Trudi Di Trolio
September 11, 2015 | Gainesville, FL
Dear Olindo, Dianne, Erica and Abby,
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. We are so sorry for your loss. In Sympathy, Kerry, Lori, Kristen and Cameron Cruickshank
September 10, 2015
In memory of Frank
Sharon Aldridge
September 10, 2015 | London, ON
I will miss Franco, especially his smile. Each morning when I made my rounds I would say hello to Frank and hope to get a smile from him. A big Franco smile was a great way to start my day!
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I would like to send a special message to his lovely wife, Elvira.....I will miss seeing you very much. Pam
Pam Bushell
September 10, 2015 | London, ON
Rest in peace Frank. Go knowing you are loved by many
Sharon Aldridge
September 10, 2015 | London, ON
Dear Ang and Family; it is with a very heavy heart that I offer my condolences to all of you. Frank was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. He accepted everyone into his life and shared his love and home with all he knew. I will cherish the memories I have of Frank for my lifetime. Frank vorrei che la velocità di Dio ad essere in pace ed essere con Dio e gli Angeli e guardare in basso su tutti noi con il tuo amore. Addio amico mio, mi mancherai.
Sharon Aldridge
September 10, 2015