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Joseph S. Rizzo Sr.

1942 - 2014

BORN

1942

DIED

2014

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Doherty Funeral Homes, Inc. - Pike Creek

3200 Limestone Road

Wilmington, Delaware

Joseph Rizzo Obituary

Joseph S. Rizzo, Sr.

AGE: 71 • Wilmington

Joseph S. Rizzo, Sr., 71 of Wilmington, DE., peacefully passed away in the comfort of his home with loved ones on Saturday, March 22, 2014. Joe was born in Wilmington on August 23, 1942, son of the late Angelo and Josephine (Ariganello) Rizzo.

A bricklayer by trade, he was a member of Bricklayer's Union Local #1, and later founded his own general contracting business. Joe was a member of St. Matthew's Parish and was a past coach for the Claymont Falcons and the Claymont Little League.

His wife, Ann Marie (Corrigan) Rizzo, passed away on October 6, 2012; and his son, Joseph S. Rizzo, Jr., passed away on December 11, 2010. Joe will be dearly missed by his daughters, Kim Rizzo and Kelly Rizzo (fiancé, Chris Roberts); and his grandchildren, Phillip, Eric, Skyler, Joseph and Santino. He is also survived by his sister, Grace Rizzo; and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to visit at the Doherty Funeral Home, 3200 Limestone Road, Pike Creek on Thursday, March 27 from 5:00-7:00PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Matthew's Church, 901 E. Newport Pike, Woodcrest on Friday, March 28 at 10:30AM. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery.

To offer condolences, visit

www.dohertyfh.com

302-999-8277

Published by The News Journal from Mar. 25 to Mar. 27, 2014.
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Kim so sorry to hear about your dad. You are in my prayers . Lots of love..

Toni Medeiros

April 1, 2014

Kim and Kelly,
I was so sorry to read that your dad had died. I went yo school with both your dad and mom. I remember so many fun times we had. I am sure you have so many happy memories to help you.
You might not remember me. I was your first grade school teacher at CC.
You are in my prayers.
Jean toy

jean toy

March 28, 2014

Kim and Kelly,
I was so sorry to read about your dad. I went to school with both your dad and mom. I can remember many fun times we had growing up. I am sure you have many happy memories also. Not sure if you remember me. I was your first grade teacher at corpus Christi.
you are in my prayers.
Jean toy

March 28, 2014

Kim, So sorry for your loss. My sympathy to you & your family.

Ruby Sheridan (Biederman)

March 27, 2014

Kim, sorry for your loss. I will send prayers to you and your Family. Keep that smile shining bright. :-)

Fran Donnelly

March 27, 2014

Kim sorry to hear about your dad. I remember the good times we all had as a family back in the 50's & 60's. The big family dinners and birthdays. All good memories.

Ron & Judy Ariganello

March 26, 2014

Kelly/Chris, Kim and family. God Bless and keep you all. May you find comfort in the memories and laughter in the stories that you share. You did an amazing job taking care of your dad. Your mom and he are surely so very proud of you both. Godspeed Mr Rizzo. I know that you had a beautiful angel (Mrs. Rizzo)there to guide you home. Love, Light and God's Blessings upon you all.

Anne-Marie Roberts

March 25, 2014

To the Rizzo family. I am sorry to hear of Joe's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless

Bill Ciccaglione

March 25, 2014

I've known Mr. Rizzo for 4 years. I from day one he's made me feel like family. It was a great pleasure knowing him and listening to his stories. You'll be greatly missed by me "BIG JOE".

Chris Roberts

March 25, 2014

Kelly, Skyler, Chris & Family - we are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
~~ Greg, Ranee, Ashley, Brittany & Cassidy Zelano

Ranee Zelano

March 25, 2014

Kelly and family, we were so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved dad. He is resting peacefully now in the Hands of God and with you mom and brother. Thoughts and prayers, Aunt Marty and Uncle George.

Martha Anne Heinly

March 25, 2014

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