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Giovanni Rigato Obituary
A memorial mass will be celebrated in St. Leo's Church, Little Italy, Stiles and Exeter Streets, on Tuesday at 10 A.M. Interment private. Arrangements by the family owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home Inc.
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for Giovanni Rigato
Gisella Iebba
January 12, 2009
With great sorrow I just found out about Gianni's passing. I had known him since I was 13. My dad, who was managing a hotel in Capri, Italy, had hired him right out of culinary school. He was always laughing and joking and a great chef already then.
We continued our friendship from Italy to Bermuda and then to NY. We saw him several times when passing thru Baltimore and he had never changed from being a sincere friend and a great chef.
We spoke on the phone only a few days before his passing, I realize now, and he was in great spirits. He was planning to come visit us in Florida as soon as he was able to. I tried to get in touch with him around the holidays but I was unable to. I know now why, he was gone. He will be greatly missed by our family and he always has a spot in our hearts.
Our sincere condolences to Terry and the girls.
Love
Gisella, Gino and family
B Harris
September 3, 2008
We shall miss his laughter and his great food...
Baltimore
Daniele Brotto
September 1, 2008
I am truly saddened by the news of Giovanni’s passing. Giovanni’s contribution to the upscale culinary significance of Little Italy dining is undeniable. As such, he truly influenced the community of Little Italy in a tremendous and positive way. I will remember him as always laughing and happy. He treated my family as his special friends and for that I am grateful. My sincere sympathies go out to his family and friends. He will be profoundly missed.
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Sal Aquia
September 1, 2008
May the Holy Family give you Giovanni , Eternal Rest and Peace for eternity - Baltimore and the world lost a very kind Man .
Veronica Harrison
August 31, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear of Giovanni's passing. My thoughts are with all of you. I wish I could be there and will continue thinking of all of you.
Miss you all,
Love Roni Harrison
Maria Oma (Monaldi)
August 31, 2008
My condolences to Alberto and the Rigato Family.The first time I ever tasted zabaione was at Capriccio's. It was the best!! Giovanni would always give me some when I would stop by to visit my mom or sister when they worked in the kitchen.I went by often. He was always kind to me. May he rest in peace and may the God who grants that peace comfort you at this time.
August 31, 2008
You will be missed....loved telling jokes over the phone....Rosanna
August 31, 2008
"Reposa in pace" - always had a great time at the restaurant; your food and legacy will be missed.
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