Rita Russo Obituary
November 25, 1953 – January 12, 2026
Age 72
Visitation:
Friday, January 16, 2026
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Funeral Mass:
Saturday, January 17, 2026
10:30 am
Saint Raymond RC Church
263 Atlantic Avenue
East Rockaway, New York
11518
Rita was the beloved wife of the late James M. Russo.
A loving mother to Vanessa Russo (the late Frank Riccardo).
and Rene Gambino (Michael).
A devoted grandmother to Sadie, Olivia, and Zoey.
A fond sister of Cathy Pullara, Antonio Fanizzi and Martino Fanizzi.
She will be missed and is loved by many family and dear friends.
A private cremation service is planned.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Cathy Driggers
January 17, 2026
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