Photo courtesy of Teahen Funeral Home - Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Aug 14, 1991 – Jul 3, 2022
Gina Marie Rizzio, 30, of Cedar Rapids was called home to the Lord on Sunday July 3, 2022, after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Services: 6 p.m. Thursday at Teahen Funeral Home by Pastor Debbie Eberly from Spirit of Faith Church. Friends may visit with the family on Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m.
Gina is survived by her children, Natalie Joe and Malerie Kay Holland; parents, Tammy and Rick Rizzio; siblings, Josh VanBeek (Katie Kleeberger) and niece Sophia, Joseph (Chelsea) Rizzio, Katrina (Luis) Ramirez, and Valerie (Devin) Van Dolah; grandparents, Eugene and Gloria VanBeek; and many nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins and dear friends.
Gina was preceded in death by her grandparents, Joseph and Patricia Rizzio; and uncle, Doug VanBeek.
Gina was born on August 14, 1991 in Cedar Rapids, the daughter of Rick and Tammy Rizzio. She graduated from Jefferson High School and later went to Cosmetology School. Gina was a CMA at the Veteran’s Home in Marshalltown, and also worked at her church daycare. She was a member of the Spirit of Faith Church.
Gina was passionate about many things; she was the queen of thrift store shopping, an avid fisherman, a masterful chef and foodie. Her faith was very important and she was very active in her church. Above all, Gina loved spending time with her family, especially her daughters, and will be deeply missed.
Instead of flowers, memorials may be directed to Gina’s family.
Read MoreRest in paradise beautiful.. thinking of everyone during this hard time.
Kara Snapp (Penning)
July 07, 2022 | Rowley, IA | Classmate
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mark Walderbach
July 07, 2022 | Roselle, IL | Friend
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Toni Anderson
July 07, 2022 | Cedar Rapids, IA | Friend
In times like these, I often read: I Thessalonians 4:13-18. Praise the Lord: Gina is cheering us all onward!
Frank & Carolyn Sladek
July 07, 2022 | Other
Val(Devin), Rick, and rest of the Rizzio family. My deepest sympathies for your loss! Gina was a wonderful person, and always enjoyed talking to her.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mark Schroeder
July 07, 2022 | Cedar Rapids, IA | Friend
Such a beautiful amazing soul gone way too soon. My condolences to the family.
Samantha Stacy
July 06, 2022 | Des Moines, IA | Coworker
My sincere and deepest condolences to Val, Dev and the Rizzio Family!! May Gina Rest In Peace!
Jenna Lafrentz
July 06, 2022 | Denver, IA | Friend
Very sad to learn of Gina's passing. My sincere and deepest condolences to Tammy, Rick and the Rizzio Family!! May Gina Rest In Peace!!
Chuck Elias
July 06, 2022 | Family
John 14:27 - Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you.
I love you and will see you soon enough
JoJo Rizzio
July 05, 2022 | Cedar Rapids, IA | Brother
