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Joseph Rizzo Obituary

Joseph Rizzo, age 85, July 18, beloved husband of Irene, nee Daehler for 51 years; loving father of Katherine (Dr. Gary) Forcier; cherished grandfather of Michelle, Trish and Brian Joseph; dearest brother of Michael (Claire), Dan (the late Aldene), Tony (the late Bea), Mario (Carol) and the late Peter (the late Margaret) Rizzo; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. at Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave. Interment Irving Park Cemetery. Visitation Sunday from 3 to 9 p.m. Proud owner of the Rizzo Pharmacy at Diversey and Halsted for over 30 years. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Swedish Covenant Foundation, 5145 N. California Ave., Chicago, IL 60625. 773-736-3833.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Jul. 20 to Jul. 21, 2002.

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Robert C., Mary Joan, Scott, Lisa, and Chris Hile

July 21, 2002

Dear Irene,



To me, Joseph was a most astute and empathetic man, and I shall treasure his memory.



Love, Bob

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