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Catherine Rizzo

Syracuse, New York

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Catherine (Lagana) Rizzo August 24, 2023 Catherine Lagana Rizzo, 92, of LaFayette, NY passed away on August 24th with her loving family by her side. Catherine was born on April 27, 1931, on a small farm in Dunkirk, NY to her parents Carmelo and Mary Lagana. She was a 1953 graduate of nearby...

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Dear Jeanne, Joe, Joanie, and Bob- our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your Mom/Mother-In-Law. We always enjoyed seeing her at family gatherings! She was indeed a loving, kind, and generous lady. May she rest in eternal peace and joy.

What can I say....Aunt Catherine was one of the most kind hearted persons to walk this earth. A very loving, beautiful woman who will be missed. My heart breaks for you all but I find peace that she is free. Rest in Peace sweet Aunt Catherine.

I never met a kinder, more thoughtful soul than Catherine - the kind of person who makes the world a better place simply by being part of it. Also, a great teacher who kept me on the straight and narrow back in 1979-80 (!!) when I was in the second grade. I still remember her teaching us the proper spelling of the word "friend" by offering the mnemonic "a true friend is a friend to the END." I have no doubt that she was a friend to the end for many. Joe, Jeanne, Joanie and Bob - you have...

Dear Joe and Jeanne and Joanie and Bob, we are so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was a very kind and gentle woman and we were always happy to visit with her at family gatherings. She was truly a beautiful person.