Donald R. Rizzo's obituary , Passed away on May 8, 2023 in Hickory, North Carolina

Donald R. Rizzo

August 9, 1941 - May 8, 2023 (81 years old)

Hickory, North Carolina

Donald R. Rizzo's obituary , Passed away on May 8, 2023 in Hickory, North Carolina

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Bass-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory

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Donald R. Rizzo

August 9, 1941 - May 8, 2023 (81 years old)

Hickory, North Carolina

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Donald R. Rizzo Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Donald R. Rizzo of Hickory, North Carolina, born in Akron, Ohio, who passed away on May 8, 2023, at the age of 81, 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.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Angelo P. Rizzo and Vera M. Clor Rizzo; his former wife Sandra L. Rizzo; and his pet Sam. He is survived by: his wife Ruth Jane Rizzo; his children, Christopher of Brunswick, OH, Michael of Newton, NC, Donald M. of Atlanta, GA, Jeffrey (Evelyn) of Akron, OH and Jennifer Larson (Tim) of Blowing Rock, NC; his grandchildren, Josh, Mady, Jenelle, Olivia, Andrew, Joseph, Luke, Theodore and Frank; and his stepchildren, Cara Caudill of Michigan and James Czarnecki of Michigan. He is also survived by seven great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity or The Sisters of Maryvale.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bass-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory



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May 16

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Bass-Smith Funeral Home - Jack Bass Memorial Building
334 2nd St NW, Hickory, NC 28601

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