Stephen A. Rizzuto

1935 - 2020

Stephen A. Rizzuto obituary, 1935-2020, York, PA

Stephen A. Rizzuto

1935 - 2020

BORN

1935

DIED

2020

Stephen Rizzuto Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 1 to Dec. 2, 2020.
Stephen A. Rizzuto

York - Stephen A. Rizzuto, 84, entered into rest Monday November 30, 2020 at York Hospital. He was the husband of Virginia M. (Borsellino) Rizzuto for 62 years.

A private service will be held with Rev. Dominic Azagbor, O.P. officiating. Burial will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery with full military rites presented by the York County Veterans Honor Guard. The John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., West York, is assisting with the arrangements.

Mr. Rizzuto was born December 7, 1935 in York, a son of the late Anthony and Antonina (Mirasola) Rizzuto. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank and Michael, and a daughter Gina Christie.

He was a member of St. Rose of Lima Church and was employed as Maintenance Supervisor at Alloy Rods for 27 years.

He served in the US Navy during the Korean War on the USS Oriskany CVA 34.

Stephen was a Member of York Catholic's Athletic Association and volunteered for over 39 years. He was inducted into their sports "Hall of Fame" January 17, 2015 for his years of service. He was a life time member of VFW in West York.

He was an also a avid golfer, hunter, fisherman and enjoyed sharing these sports with his sons and grandsons over the years. He enjoyed going to sports events of his grandchildren and rarely missed a game.

Stephen is survived by his wife; children Lynne Iati and husband Frank, Ballston Lake, N.Y., Mark Rizzuto and wife, Cindy, York, Pa., David Rizzuto and wife, Melissa, York, Pa., Paula Kazakos and husband George, York, Pa., Toni Jo Boiteaux and husband Larry, Sugarland, Texas, Maria Lichty, York, Pa., Vincent Rizzuto and wife Kathy, York, Pa.; grandchildren Jonathan Iati and wife Steph, Glenville, N.Y., Jacob Iati and wife Jessica, Astoria, N.Y., Alex Rizzuto, Hoboken, N.Y., Nicki Sebastian and husband Roni, LA, Calif., Victoria and Joseph Rizzuto, Ashley and Lori Kazakos, Violet Rauls, Ben Rauls, Houston, TX, Ian and Patrick Lichty, Antonio and Nicholas Rizzuto; great-grandchildren, Cami and CeCe Sebastian, LA, Calif., Chloe Weichold, Glenville, N.Y., Giovanni Iati. Glenville, N.Y.; brother, Anthony (Tony) Rizzuto and wife Connie, and loving extended family.

Memorial contributions may be to York Catholic High School AA, St. Rose of Lima Church, American Heart Association, Epelepsy Foundation, or Parkinson Foundation.

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November 25, 2023

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December 4, 2020

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December 2, 2020

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Deb Tomczyk

November 25, 2023

I remember the love Steve had watching his grandchildren play sports. He was always smiling and would give me a hug at every game. He is still loved and missed by all who knew him! Love Deb Tomczyk

Debra J Tomczyk

December 4, 2020

I will never forget the love you had for your family. I saw you at so many sporting events, especially your grandchildren Antonio and Nick who played sports with my children! Your caring way you showed your love for all will be greatly missed. May God Bless you and those who are still here. He is with you all, and now Steve can watch and guard you from up i Heaven!

Michelle Dufty

December 2, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers with you all at this very difficult time.

Helen Tutino

December 2, 2020

I am so very sorry for your loss Virginia and family. I know that Stephen was a wonderful person and is now in the loving arms of our Lord. May God bless you and your entire family in this difficult time. I will keep you all in my prayers. Love never dies, his soul is eternal now with the Lord. May he visit you soon in spirit I pray this for you Virginia. Hugs to you and your family.

The Dodd Family

December 2, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss. May your many memories, and the love of friends and family, bring you some comfort and peace.

Jaynie Adkins

December 2, 2020

Our condolences to you Miss Ginny. Mr. Steve was a kind man. He was more than a neighbor to us. He was our friend. I will always smile when I remember him practicing his golf swing in the yard, me hiding behind my window until that downswing, and I would yell, "Fore"! He would always laugh.
Our prayers are with you.

American Heart Association

December 2, 2020

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

liz Fifer Bean

December 2, 2020

Ginny, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you at this time of your sorrow to comfort you and make you well. Sincerely Liz(Fifer) Bean.

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Jenn Budeit

December 2, 2020

My deepest condolences to the entire Rizzuto family. I am a friend of Lynne and was honored to have met Mr. Rizzuto at Jacob's wedding a few years ago. His kindness shined through and his smile lit up the room. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lorraine (Brady) Downie

December 2, 2020

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen
My thoughts and prayers to the entire Rizzuto family. May the wonderful memories of him bring you peace, comfort and joy.

Carol M. Tutino

December 1, 2020

My Deepest Condolences to Virginia and family! May sweet memories bring you all peace in the difficult days ahead!

Diane Brady

December 1, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

My deepest sympathy to the Rizzuto family on your loss. You are the best legacy your Dad has left the world.

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Bailey Upchurch

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John Orendorff

December 1, 2020

To the Ruzzito family,
I'm very sorry to hear of Mr. Ruzzito's passing. Many fond memories with him and your whole family at St. Patrick's in grade school, York Catholic, Cross country, Track meets. Mr. Ruzzito was a good man. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

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