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Geraldine Riggio Obituary

Riggio, Geraldine L. Gerry (nee Fiala) baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection on Sun. Nov. 10, 2013 at age 83. Beloved wife for 60 years of Dr. Salvatore N. Riggio; beloved mother of James (Kathleen) Riggio, Nicholas Riggio, John (Sherry) Riggio, Mary (Bill) Mincey, Richard Riggio, Maureen (Daniel) Meinhardt; loving grandmother of Joseph, Devyn, William, Melissa and Ella; dear friend to many. Services: Funeral Thursday 9:30 a.m. at JOHN L. ZIEGENHEIN & SONS, 7027 Gravois (63116) to Seven Holy Founders Church for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery. VISITATION WED. 3 È 8 P.M. Please visit www.ziegenheinfuneralhome.com for more details.

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Nov. 12 to Nov. 13, 2013.

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Anita Correnti

November 17, 2013

Sal and my cousins, sorry I couldn't be there with you at this time. I have lots of great memories of Gerry--her laughter and sense of fun, her way of making everybody feel good around her. I remember one day when I was shopping with my 2-year old who, at the moment Gerry happened to come through the door, decided to throw a hissy-fit. My first thought was, "OMG! Her kids are always so well behaved!" She must have sensed my embarrassment and came over, put her arm around me and said, "Don't worry, they all do that." I'll always remember her kindness and all the fun we had when we all got together. Glad I got to see her last year. Love to all of you, Anita

Christine Weidhaas

November 14, 2013

I have some wonderful memories of playing at their house when I was a little girl. One year, Mrs. Riggio got a Mustang convertible. She took us kids for a ride on the "funny hill." I believe it was Baptist Church Road. She went down that huge hill at a great speed and then went up the next hill. It tickled our tummies and we couldn't help but laugh. It was like a roller coaster ride.

Great picture of her. That's exactly how I remember her.

God bless her and grant her eternal life.

john correnti

November 13, 2013

Many fond memories of Jerry especially with my parents and myself you will be missed and loved. my deepest sorrows to all the children. many fond memories

Joan & Firm Pinson

November 13, 2013

Im sure Gerry is in heaven with mom and Bob. Your family will be in our prayers, as will you. We have so many happy memories of times gone by, such as New Years Eve's, swimming, dinners out, cards, and celebrating Sals and my B'Day together. Of course Msgr Schneider and OLP Bazaar, and miniatures, etc etc etc!!! Almost forgot, the fun times spent in Jeff City while Sal served on the board of Healing Arts. Gosh, there are so many happy memories! Gerry was beautiful inside and out, and Sal was also such a a very dear and loving friend! (not to mention a great Dr for my daughter!) May God give you the strength at this time, and may our friendship last forever!

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