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Stephen Risimini Obituary

Stephen "Risi" Risimini, 60, of Cedar Grove, N.J., passed away on Nov. 3, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services will begin on Wednesday at 10 a.m. from Shook's Cedar Grove Funeral Home, 486 Pompton Ave. (Route 23), Cedar Grove, N.J. 07009. Funeral Mass is at 10:30 a.m. at St. Catherine of Siena R.C. Church in Cedar Grove. Interment will be private. Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.shookscedargrove.com. Risi was born and raised in Belleville, N.J., and moved to Cedar Grove about 17 years ago. He was a carpenter with Bergen County Local 15 for 25 years, retiring in 2010. He was the beloved husband of 30 years to Janice Risimini (DeCaito); devoted father of Stephanie, Vincenzina and Michael; cherished brother of James, Mario and Joyce Murphy, and loving companion of his dog, Oreo. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

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Published by The Star-Ledger on Nov. 4, 2013.

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Carl Andersen

November 6, 2013

Our prayers are with your family at this time. Steve worked for us for quite a while and we became good friends. He had a great personality and we clicked the first time I met him. I know I will see him again. God bless you and your family, He will keep you dtrong

rita hernandez

November 5, 2013

my deepest condolences to the risimini family,my he rest in peace and will always be remembered.

Mark Dillon

November 5, 2013

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

November 5, 2013

My condolences to the Risimini family. Steve was a good friend since 1st grade. He will be missed, always looked forward to seeing him when we had get togethers.
Rick Caruso

November 4, 2013

Sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to the family. I went to high school with steve and played football with him. Rest in peace.
Richard Ciallella

Charles Fullman

November 4, 2013

Our deepest sympathies go out to the Risimini Family and all of his loved ones. What a courageous man! Risi, my God, Risi... I was glad that I was able to reconnect with him through Michael. I needed to tell him that he always had a place in my heart. I don't care how many years or miles in between, ya just don't forget a guy like Risi. Love Chucky

Cathy LaBella

November 4, 2013

My condolences to the Risimini family.May Steve rest in peace, God Bless..

November 4, 2013

I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. Went to BHS with him, always laughing, good memories...My deepest condolences to his family, my thoughts and prayers are with you...RIP Our Friend.. Risi <3

Marilyn Di eduardo

November 4, 2013

My condolences to the risimini family he is in my prayers Marilyn

November 4, 2013

Sincere condolences to the Risimini family. May you draw comfort from our loving GOD who is a god of comfort especially at this time of grief.

Dennis Ricca

November 4, 2013

Condolences to the family and friends.Went to Holy Familly School and than to B.H.S. with Steve. Rest in Peace my old fried".

Frank Valeri

November 4, 2013

The Risimini and Tobia family sorry for your loss Stevie Ris always brought a smile to your face when he was around may he rest in peace

November 4, 2013

Mike Ris,

Sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Having never met him, I can tell he must have been an excellent father, because he raised a good son.
God Bless Him.
Gerard Giannetti

November 4, 2013

Condolences to the family and friends. Please take comfort in God's words at Romans 8:35-39

David Lardier

November 4, 2013

My prayers are with your family. A very dear old friend..

Joyceann Damiano

November 4, 2013

So sorry to hear about your about Steve,will be in our thoughts and prayers.Rest in peace risi.
Donnie & Joyceann Damiano

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