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Charles Rizzo Obituary

Formerly of Hamburg, NY, of Venice, FL, October 12, 2006, beloved husband of Margaret M. (nee Tutko) Rizzo; dearest father of Robert (Pamela), Charles Jr. (Karen), Peg (Jack) Strawbrich, John and Frederick; loving grandfather of Joshua, Emily, Olivia, Nicholas, Amanda, Victoria, Taylor and the late Samuel; son of the late Fred and Carmella Rizzo; brother of Elizabeth (Vincent) Catarella and Robert (Justine) Rizzo; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family will be present to receive friends Wednesday from 2-8 PM at the (Hamburg Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5453 Southwestern Blvd. (corner Rogers Rd. 646-5555), where prayers will be said Thursday at 8:45 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Aloysius Church, Springville, NY at 10. Interment St. Aloysius Cemetery. Mr. Rizzo was a retired Village of Hamburg Police Officer, exempt member of the Hamburg Volunteer Fire Co., member of American Legion Post No. 527, life member of the Hamburg Rod and Gun Club, the Sarasota Gun Club and a Navy Veteran of the Korean War.

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Published by Buffalo News from Oct. 17 to Oct. 18, 2006.

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Charlotte Wood

October 11, 2021

He was a great family man and outstanding friend . He will be missed by many

John Hillwig

October 25, 2006

Hello Marge, You have my deepest sympathy in this time of sorrow and I want you to know you are in my prayers and thoughts. Charlie was always thought to be a good friend. God bless you and your family. Kindest thoughts, John Hillwig

David Wood

October 19, 2006

I did not learn of Charles passing until late Wednesday evening. My thoughts and prayers to the family. I will miss him at the Hamburg Gun Club. I enjoyed our little talks about all things.

Frank Panasuk

October 18, 2006

I am in Oklahoma and have just learned of Charlies passing. My deepest sympathy to his family. We shared a lot of good laughs and gun stories over the years, and I will always remember him.

Toby Vreeland

October 18, 2006

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to your family and loved ones.

KEN THOMAS (TN OF HAMBURG PD)

October 18, 2006

TO THE RIZZO FAMILY,
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE PASSING OF CHARLIE. I HAVE WORKED WITH HIM A COUPLE OF TIMES DURING THE YEARS ON THE POLICE FORCE.

Sam & Rose Saccomando

October 18, 2006

MARGE & family
WE cnnot be there to say goodbye to a very good friend but in our heart and mind he will always be alive and remembered with love and fondness..

mary (park) benson

October 18, 2006

Chuck, Karen and Torre,
I'm so sorry to hear about your father. Time they say heals the hurt. Your thoughts and memories will always give you peace.

Mary, Eric and Sara

Carole Gibson

October 17, 2006

Dear Marge and Family: We cannot be with you at this sad time, but we are with you in our hearts. So glad we got to be with you this past May in Florida. Charlie was a good friend through the years. He will be missed. Love, Carole & Jim Gibson

Lou & Alice LiVecchi

October 17, 2006

Marge,
Our deepest sympathy. So sorry to hear of Charly's passing.

Judy Scoma

October 17, 2006

To The Rizzo Family,
Deepest sympathy for your loss.
Judy Scoma

Thomas & Charlotte Wood

October 17, 2006

May the love of friends and family bring you comfort and God's love give you peace . Our sympathy to all of you . Wish we could be there for you in person but know that in our hearts we are beside you .God Bless you all .

John & Debbie Jablonski

October 17, 2006

To my best friend and partner .We will miss you forever.You will always be with us.Our families will never forget you on the Forth of July and the Cabin.
I can not be there to say good bye in person but good bye my friend.
Our prayers and love and hope God takes care of you and heals the pain of you being gone to Marge and your family.

Dennis and Gayle Resetarits

October 17, 2006

Marge,

Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God bless all of you.

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