Samuel J. "Sam" Rizzitano's obituary , Passed away on December 17, 2025 in Braintree, Massachusetts

Samuel J. "Sam" Rizzitano

February 4, 1936 - December 17, 2025 (89 years old)

Braintree, Massachusetts

Samuel J. "Sam" Rizzitano's obituary , Passed away on December 17, 2025 in Braintree, Massachusetts

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Samuel J. "Sam" Rizzitano

February 4, 1936 - December 17, 2025 (89 years old)

Braintree, Massachusetts

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Samuel J. Rizzitano Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Samuel J. Rizzitano of Braintree, Massachusetts, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Samuel left this world on December 17, 2025 at the age of 89, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Santo Rizzitano and Catherine Rizzitano (O'Keefe); and his brothers, Edward, Donald and James Rizzitano.

He is survived by: his wife Dolores Rizzitano (Saccone); his children, Sam Rizzitano (Marianne) of Randolph, Robert Rizzitano (Janet) of Canton, Lisa Katsikis (Nick) of Hanover, Laura Galvin (Daniel), Bridgewater and Suzanna Hensley; his sister Margaret O'Keefe (John, Sr.) of Braintree; his grandchildren, Jennifer, Leanne, Robert, Stephanie, Emily, Andrew, Kristina, Nicholas, Angela, Tiffany, Sarah, Daniel, Devon, Amanda and Benjamin; and his godchildren, Paul and Denise.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Alzheimer's Association, 320 Nevada St #201, Newton, MA 02460, https://www.alz.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cartwright Funeral Homes



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845 Washington St, Braintree, MA 02184

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845 Washington St, Braintree, MA 02184

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