Joseph A. Rizzo

October 2, 1953 - December 21, 2017

Albany-Joseph A. Rizzo, 64, entered into Eternal Life Thursday, December 21, 2017 at home surrounded by his family after a long illness. Born in Gimigliano, Italy October 2, 1953. He immigrated to America with his parents in 1966. He graduated in 1972 from Cardinal McCloskey High School. He attended Hudson Valley Community College. The day after graduation Joe married his wife, Joanne Bolognino and they began their beautiful life together. Joe was an avid hunter and sportsman. He loved traveling to different areas to hunt, including Africa. He enjoyed gardening, riding his motorcycle and camping with his grandchildren whom he loved with all his heart. Joe retired from the NYS Thruway Authority as a supervisor after 36 years. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Joanne R. Bolognino Rizzo; beloved father of Dominick (Jennifer) Rizzo and Anthony (Joel) Harrington; loving son of Dominick and Maria Cubello Rizzo; cherished Poppi of Joseph, Alexander, and Lucas; son-in-law of Mary Bolognino and the late Carl Bolognino; brother-in-law of John Bolognino, Joseph Bolognino (Eileen), and Nancy Spafford (Tom); survived by 1 nephew, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins and friends. The family extends a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Garbo and Dr. Savage for their compassionate and caring support. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Joe’s family Tuesday, December 26, 2017 4:00 to 7:00 pm in All Saints Catholic Church, Albany, NY Funeral services Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at 9:00 am in All Saints Catholic Church, Albany, NY where his Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Committal will be held in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands immediately following the Mass. To leave a message for the family, please visit www.LGFuneralHome.com Those wishing to remember Joseph in a special way may send a contribution to either All Saints Catholic Church, 16 Homestead St., Albany, NY 12203, or American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Lane, Latham, NY 12110.