Joseph Rocco Rivelli

Joseph Rocco Rivelli obituary, Patchogue, NY

Joseph Rocco Rivelli

Joseph Rivelli Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ruland Funeral Home, Inc. - Patchogue on Mar. 25, 2025.
Joseph Rocco Rivelli, 95, passed away on February 6th, 2025. Joe was a proud United States Army Veteran, an avid golfer, and was always there for anyone who needed him. He will be deeply missed by many.
Beloved husband of the late Geraldine Rivelli. Loving father of Donna (& Thomas) Ambrosino, Michael (& Lorraine) Rivelli, the late Joseph R. Rivelli, and the late Lynda Mary Wall. Cherished grandfather of Jenna, Christina, Stephen, and Geralin, and great-grandfather of Mason, Stephen, Mark, Roman, Cole, and Luckas. Dearest companion of Mae Vassallo.
Visitation for Mr. Rivelli will take place on Sunday (February 9th) from 12pm-5pm at the Ruland Funeral Home in Patchogue. On Monday (February 10th) friends and family will gather at 12pm to celebrate a Mass at the Church of St. Joseph in Kings Park. Burial with Military Honors to follow in Calverton National Cemetery.
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