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Joseph Rizzo Obituary
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MELBOURNE BEACH, FL - Joseph A. Rizzo, age 92, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2011. He was born in Brooklyn, New York and came to Brevard County from Millbrook, New York in 1991.
Joseph retired from IBM as a Production Analyst, and was in the US Army Air Corps, a Vet of WWII. He was an Honorary Member of the Millbrook FD, on the Community Center Committee for 12 years, Head of the Democratic Committee, was a Little League Coach and a Cub Master in Millbrook.
Joseph is survived by his wife, Peggy; daughter, Linda (Bruce) Clouting; sons, Joseph (Suzanne) Rizzo and Robert (Sarah) Rizzo; stepchildren, Janice Parry, Jacquelyn Kaufman, Danielle (Thomas) Smith; 12 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife, Belinda Lynch Rizzo; grandson, Robert Clouting; and a brother and two sisters.
Visitation will be held Saturday, March 12 from 2 until 4 p.m. at Brownlie-Maxwell Funeral Home.
Friends planning expressions of sympathy are asked to consider the American Cancer Society , 1260 U.S. Highway 1, Suite 201, Rockledge, FL 32955.
Brownlie - Maxwell Funeral Home is serving the family. www.brownliemaxwell.com
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March 13, 2011
Remembering Joe and his wonderful spaghetti sauce...the touch of fennel was a great secret. Condolences to the entire Riszzo family. Sincerely, Helen Portaro
Patricia Greene Bowen
March 13, 2011
Dear Peg, Linda, Joe,Bob and all the members of your families, I was so saddened to hear of dear Uncle Joe's death. I wanted so much to be able to come to visit him one more time and I was planning to do just that this summer. I have so many wonderful memories of him in my life and he will always hold a very special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this very sad time. You have always been such a wonderful family and I know you will console each other through this difficult time. I so wish I could have been with you this week-end especially when you were celebrating his life with many wonderful stories of the great years you had together. He will truly be missed, but never forgotten.My love to all of you. Pat
Denise Greene
March 13, 2011
Always remember the peach pancakes. Love you Uncle Joe
Jan Mingone
March 13, 2011
Uncle Joe, the patriach of the family. Your sense of humor was the best. You will be with your 2 sisters and your brother now.Love your neice Jan, Mario and family.
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Megan Melancon
March 13, 2011
I will miss you....Megan
Zachary Melancon
March 13, 2011
Rest easy Great Bear!
Ron Melancon
March 13, 2011
It is a sad day but it is also a day of celebration. He touched our children and I am touched that he knew Megan and Zachary. I enjoyed his company and I will forever use and remember the NUMBER GAME HE TAUGHT ME THIS PAST SUMMER.
Christine DeNunzio
March 12, 2011
Joe, Bobby - My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. God Bless -
Carolyn and Pat Hurley
March 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sadness. There are many fond memories to share with one another. He loved his family deeply. Rest in peace, Mr. Rizzo.
Ann Lown-Ryan
March 10, 2011
Bob, Linda and Joe, my thoughts and prayers go to you and your families at this sad time, God Bless you all. Ann Lown-Ryan
March 9, 2011
Linda, Joe and Bobby--my deepest sympathy at the loss of your Dad.
Deidrea Lominski (Haines City, Fl)
Patricia haight
March 9, 2011
Linda, Bruce and family--Please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss.
Marilyn Cardinale
March 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Joe. I have very many pleasant memories of Joe through the years and will remember his kindnesses to me and my family. He will be missed but never forgotten. Rest in peace, Joe and take it easy on Norman when the both of you get into your political discussions!!
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