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Anthony Rizzi Obituary
Anthony F. Rizzi, age 44, of Elmwood Park. Graduate of Dominican University- River Forest and attended John Marshall Law School. You left so suddenly and you forgot to tell my heart how to live without you. I love you, Mom. Beloved son of Carmella Purpura and the late Frank D. Rizzi Jr.; loving stepson of Fred A. Purpura; loving grandson of Frieda (the late Louis) Albano Procido and the late Frank and Angeline Rizzi; dear brother of Frank J. Rizzi, Charise (Michael Healy) Simmers, Fred (Diane) Purpura Jr., Karen (the late Rick) Algrim, Cheryl (Norman) Frey, Joseph (Sherri) Purpura, Janice (the late Tom) Adelmann and Michael Purpura; dear nephew of Louis Bombacino, Emily (Bryan Estes and the late Dr. Robert) Kelly, Angelo (Darlene) Rizzi and Lupe (the late Joseph) Rizzi; fond uncle of Harley, Skye, Stacey and Frank Jr.; dear cousin of many. We will miss Tony's incredible sense of humor and his love of friends, children and animals. He never said no to his mom. Funeral Thursday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m. from Salerno's Galewood Chapel, 1857 N. Harlem, Chicago, to St. Giles Church, Oak Park, for 10 a.m. Funeral Mass. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Epilepsy Foundation, 8301 Professional Place, East Landover, MD, 20785. Visitation Wednesday 3 to 9 p.m. 773-889-1700.
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Desiree Scully
September 12, 2024
My cousin Anthony holding Erica. So happy he went to Rosary so he could drop in and check on her at day care. Thick and thin...cousins! Truly miss you.
Thomas Sinadinos
June 6, 2021
My sympathies to Anthony rizzi. Loved him as a brother and learned a lot from him from his friend forever stosh
Lori (aka Peewee) Davies
April 29, 2008
Tony, I cannot find words to say how sad I am to hear that you have left us. I have thought of you often (and told new friends of the unforgettable times we all shared at Rosary) - I hope you knew how much we loved you. May you rest in peace.
Lynne Koenig-Lamparski
April 28, 2008
I was so saddened and shocked to learn about Tony's passing. I will always remember all the fun and laughs we shared at Rosary. I am filled with so much sorrow for a life taken to soon and for Tony's family and the great loss they must feel.
I will never forget your beautiful smile. With deepest sympathy.
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Lori Fisk-Conners
April 26, 2008
Tony-I remember all of our good times at Rosary. You were always there to lend a hand when I needed your help. I even remember you loaning me your car so I could get to work. You always had a smile on your face and could cheer me up when I was feeling down. I will miss you.
David Vaughn
April 25, 2008
Tony, my heart dropped when I found out. You were my college roommate, a friend for many years, and you stood up at my wedding. I have looked for you off and on for over 20 more and this is not the way I wanted to find you. I hope that you were happy these many years and I wish there was some way that you could know how many times I thought of you.
Tony at Dave and Anne Vaughn's wedding, Aug. 86
Anne Vaughn
April 25, 2008
My husband and I went to college with Tony and he stood up in our wedding. We lost contact and had been trying to locate him for years. I will never forget his impressions of Sr. Cyrill Gill, his charm and intelligence. My heart goes out to his family.
Scott Manno
September 23, 2007
May God Grant The Rizzi Family Strength During This Somber Time,He Will Be Sadly Missed!
Good Friends-Tony, Colleen, Don & Holly
September 23, 2007
Tony & Katrina
September 23, 2007
Anthony & Dad
September 23, 2007
Tony, Mom, Sky, Charise, Harely & Grandma
September 23, 2007
The Sun God
September 23, 2007
Kevin Kronsagen
September 22, 2007
I was shocked and very saddened to hear of Tony's passing. We spent many great times together growing up in West Chicago, and later as young adults when he lived with me in Carol Stream. Tony, you are truly one of a kind and you always made me laugh so much. This is the first time you've made me cry. Rest in Peace, my friend.
Tony Kelly
September 22, 2007
Cousin Tony
I know we didn't always see "eye to eye" in recent years, but you are my cousin, and I love you.
Your cousin Tony
Victoria Ziemba
September 20, 2007
Dear Carmela,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. The loss of one's child is incomprehensible to me. I pray that you find peace and comfort in the support of your family and friends.
You may not remember me; I used to work with you at the Terrace Restaurant in Lombard back in the middle seventies; and I so remember you always talking about your kids. You used to live on Byron. I saw Anthony's name in the Tribune and knew that it was your son right away. Great memory, I have.
My thoughts and prayers are with you; be well.
Vicky
Jeanne Ohr
September 20, 2007
My deepest sympathy is expressed to
all of you over and over for the loss of your Dear Anthony. The
gift of his life he shared with you
was all too short I know, however, he was fortunate to have such a loving and wonderful family. Carmela, Frieda, Emily my prayers
will be with you and the entire
family everyday. I know the focus of the good memories of Anthony will help you find some
contentment. Anthony impressed me so much by his mother's statement
"he never said no to me" and almost everyone said he had a great Sense of Humor what a treasure to remember Anthony who made everyone laugh. Treasure
the laughter.
Sincerely, Jeanne Ohr
Tony Marek
September 20, 2007
I am sorry to hear of Tony's passing. I was a childhood friend of his in West Chicago, we had many good times. He was a very creative, friendly and charismatic person with a great sense of humor. He will be missed.
Tony Marek
Jim Pittacora
September 19, 2007
I went to College and Law school with Tony.We had a lot of fun times together.He was a great friend and a very smart person.I always smile when I think of him.I hope that he has found peace.
Becca Ehlinger
September 19, 2007
Big T,
I will miss you so much! You always made me smile and laugh. You were the best story teller I ever knew and I won't forget all the fun times we had together. You had the biggest heart of all of us. You will never be forgotten!
Frank Nitti, Ray, Big Country, Bobby D, Becca, Jason, Frank Jr, Chuckie, Scottie, Richie, Fredo, Vinny, Frank C, Pete
September 19, 2007
To Our Fallen Brother,
The circle will never be the same without you. We will forever miss you!
Melissa Manion
September 19, 2007
Tony, we may have went our seperate ways but you were a big part of my life while i was growing up. May you Rest In Peace, you will always be remembered in my thoughts and prayers.
jason dunow
September 19, 2007
Tony, we will forever miss you, but never forget you. Your heart was as big as your sense of humor. We will always think about you.
Julie Ettinger
September 19, 2007
Anthony,
Even though we haven't seen much of each other in our adult years, I will always remember how you made my friend Joanne and I laugh hysterically while we were in Florida. Especially the Rascal House visit. We had a lot of fun. We'll miss you.
Love, your cuz Julie
Marie Albano
September 18, 2007
Dear Nephew Anthony,
You were always kind, loving and respectful and I love you dearly. My love for you lives on in my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Aunt Marie Albano
AnnaMarie Rivera
September 18, 2007
Aunt Carm,
I can't tell you how sad I was to hear of Anthony's untimely passing. I wish I could be there to wrap my arms around you. I love you. AnnaMarie
Desiree Scully
September 18, 2007
To My Dear Cousin Anthony,
We ran away to Kiddieland and Florida together. We were just a couple of crazy kids! I will miss your smile and your sense of humor. You will always be in my heart. Love, Your Cousin Desiree
Mimi Berry
September 18, 2007
Tony was a good friend of mine although I never got a chance to meet his family. He made some awesome italian dishes at my home with his friend and mine John McCarthy. It is such a shock to hear of his passing. I will miss his great sense of humor and how kind he always was. Wish I could make him just one more batch of chili. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Colleen Moriarty
September 18, 2007
Though we went our separate ways, I will always cherish the great times we had together, and I will always love you.
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