Vita Rizzo Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Vita Rizzo in Guilford, Connecticut, who passed away on January 26, 2026, at the age of 98, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Vita's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her husband Michael Rizzo; her father Rosario; and her siblings, Tony, Mary and Anna.
She is survived by: her mother Giovanna; her daughters, Christine Corrigan (Thomas) of Johns Creek, GA and Michele Portocarrero (late Steve); and her grandchildren, Michael Corrigan of Atlanta, GA, Kiera Corrigan of Portland, OR and Ally Portocarrero of Denver, CO..
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions in Vita's memory, may be made to St Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; http://www.stjude.org or 800-805-5856.
