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Walter S. Risso, 73, of Danbury, CT, passed away on Monday evening, July 2, 2018 at Bethel Health Care after an extended illness.
Walter was born in Danbury to the late Walter C. and Beatrice Stanton Risso. He attended Danbury Schools and was a 1963 graduate of Danbury High School. Walter received his BA from Western CT State University.
A former New York City resident, Walter was a longtime chef in various Manhattan restaurants. He was most recently a substitute school teacher in the Danbury Public School System until his retirement.
Walter was a member of Union Lodge No. 40 A.F. and A.M. Masonic Lodge in Danbury.
Survivors include his sister Jane O'Brien Adams and her husband, John, of Danbury. Several cousins also survive.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at St. James Church, 25 West St., Danbury with the Rev. Dr. Joseph A. Krasinski, Rector, officiating.
Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Bethel, CT.
There are no calling hours.
Contributions in Walter's memory may be made to Regional Hospice and Home Care of Western CT, 30 Milestone Rd., Danbury, CT 06810
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Godfrey Wells
July 17, 2018
May cousin Walter rest in peace. I will always remember the good times we had.
Jane Adams
July 6, 2018
May the Angels lead thee into Paradise. May the Martyrs receive thee at thy coming and take thee to the Holy City. May the Choirs of the Angels receive thee and mayest thou have rest everlasting. Amen
Gary Lundquist
July 5, 2018
I have many fond memories at the Burdick's in Brookfield. R.I.P. My friend
Herbert Hintze
July 4, 2018
Walter was a dear friend and I will miss his wit. He always had a smile and a good word for all.
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