Contributions to the tribute of Anthony Riccio

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Sunday, January 30, 2022

Riposa in Pace Anthony, eri una persona davvero speciale ed e’ stato un onore e un privilegio essere tuo amico. Grazie per tutto ciò che fai fatto nella tua vita ricca di studi e di curiosità e per la passione con cui hai raccontato degli italiani in America rendendoci più consapevoli ed orgogliosi. PS: I know how you liked to talk Italian with me (and also a bit of Florentine slang, that’s why I wrote in Italian sure that you are reading my comment !!

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keith favazza posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Dear Bunny and family, I first talked to Anthony after urging him to digitalize his recordings, to preserve them forever. The recordings in The North End were done in 1980, I believe. In the late 90s and he did digitalize them! Because of that I now can enjoy the hour long recording he made of my grandfather, who was a North End fisherman. We had been working on the "fisherman chapter" in the book for nearly 4 years. On and off he had been guiding me with my stories of my grandfather. And as of late he was helping me structure it, so I could get it ready for a publisher. He had a heart of gold and was always concerned about my mother. He said keep getting those stories from her. And that is what I am doing Anthony. Rest in peace my friend. You will not be forgotten. I promise. Keith Favazza

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Shirley R. Pease posted a condolence

Monday, January 24, 2022

Dear Bunny, Allen, Sister Joanna and family: We honor and celebrate the life of Anthony during this time of loving remembrance. Our deepest condolences. In Sympathy, Shirley Russo & Dan Pease

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Tommy Damigella posted a condolence

Sunday, January 23, 2022

Dear Bunny and family, When I first met Anthony we became instant soul brothers because of shared love for our Italian American heritage. It was such a joy for me to have someone like him that we could relate to things we loved and cared about. The North End, our families, and our Italian roots. When I first became familiar with Anthony's works , I knew there was nothing that was comparable to what he wrote or displayed from his archival collections of the neighborhoods. I must have watched at least 5 of his presentations and always marveled at his passionate story telling as he brought you along with him on this personal journey. The most fun we had together is when we walked the streets of the North End to takes photos of what would become this was then and this now collection. The endless personal stories we shared about our families were so familiar and similar. Thank you Anthony for your friendship and the many gifts you have left for us all to keep enjoying as it will live on forever. Tommy Damigella

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Ken Innocenzi posted a condolence

Sunday, January 23, 2022

Bunny and Allen, Carolyn and I are terribly sorry to read of Anthony's passing. I first met Anthony when you were living in North Branford, and I helped him put up the basketball hoop at you house on North St. From that time, we became fast friends. He interviewed my aunt for his first book on New Haven, and he later took the photos for our wedding in 2017. I later donated to his bike ride from the Westbrook Elks over the summer. We will miss him terribly, and wish the best for you.

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Bob Sorrentino posted a condolence

Saturday, January 22, 2022

I first met Anthony after cold calling him to do an interview for my podcast. As we share the same passion for our Italian American Heritage we became good friends and we were working on several projects. Anthony inspired me to start up my book project and would take time out of his busy schedule to mentor me whenever I asked. He will be missed by the entire Italian American community. RIP my friend.

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Theresa Ryan posted a condolence

Friday, January 21, 2022

Please accept our sincere condolences. The Riccio and Ruocco families were lifelong friends, more like family. He will be missed. Sincerely, Tom and Theresa Ruocco Ryan

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Ellen Solis lit a candle

Thursday, January 20, 2022

We love Tony more than words can express and are heartbroken and shocked by his soul’s departure for his next adventure. He fundamentally shaped my life and affected who I am today, which I am forever grateful for. Tony’s life was of service, always wanting to listen, capture, and learn from the experiences of others. I know in my heart that he is in the great beyond, already collecting new stories, exploring new roads on his bike, basking in the sun, learning new recipes and loving and laughing with those in his company. There is a gaping hole in this world that opened because of his passing. Until we meet again, Tony, thank you for the life that you lived and for the impact that you had in my life, my family’s life and in the world. We love you! -Ellen and Luis Solis

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Thursday, January 20, 2022

Anthony Riccio

1952 - 2022

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Anthony Riccio

1952 - 2022

Plant a tree in memory of Anthony

Our Location

Phone: (203) 467-2789Fax: 203 467-0388Email: clancy-palumbo@comcast.net

Phone: (203) 467-2789
Fax: 203 467-0388
Email: clancy-palumbo@comcast.net