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Ernest M. “Ernie” Rizzo, Jr.

Family & friends are invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Wednesday, June 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., in the Vertuccio and Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) Revere, for Ernest M. “Ernie” Rizzo, Jr., who died on Thursday, May 9th, unexpectedly at his home in New Hampshire. He was 74 years old. A Funeral Service will follow the visitation at 11:15 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.

Ernie was born & raised in Revere. He was educated in Revere Public Schools and was an alumnus of Revere High School, Class of 1964. Ernie enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam Era and served his country proudly & faithfully, serving 2 tours to Vietnam on the U.S.S. Boston Missile. Early on Ernie wanted to follow in his father footsteps and work in the food industry. He worked alongside his parents for several years at “Ernie’s Pizza & Take Out”. He broaden his horizons and began working in various restaurants in Boston & along the North Shore. His many talents in the kitchen had allowed him to become a “Head Chef”. He later moved to New Hampshire where he continued to work, until his retirement.

He is the beloved son of the late Ernest M. Rizzo, Sr. & Margaret (Nazzaro) Rizzo. Loving brother of Judith A. Correggio & her husband Richard P. of Revere. Cherished uncle of Gina M. Corregio – Regitano & her husband Richard of Lynnfield, Nicholas R. Corregio & his wife Rosanna of Revere. He is also lovingly survived by his grandniece Adriana M. & his grandnephew Marco F. & many cousins & friends.

Services

Memorial Visitation

Wednesday, June 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Funeral Service

Wednesday, June 5th at 11:15 a.m. in the funeral home

Interment

Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden

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  1. Joe DiBlasi
    Feb 7 2024

    Ernie and I grew up together in Revere from elementary school through high school. He was a great friend and I am so sorry to hear about his passing. I would like to extend my condolences to his family. He will remain in my heart for the rest of my life.

  2. Bill grigg
    Aug 18 2021

    I served with Ernie on the USS Boston, he was a great shipmate. May he Rest In Peace.

  3. Charles L Mallow
    Jul 27 2020

    I served with Ernie on the USS Boston. Tried to keep in touch with him , but never quite happened. He was a good person and I really enjoyed him. God Bless

  4. Joe DiBlasi
    Aug 18 2019

    I am very sorry to learn about my friend Ernie’s passing. I grew up with Ernie in Revere and hung around together with several mutual friends. Ernie and I played basketball together from the age of ten throughout high school. I remember a kind young man who loved good clean fun. He will remain in my heart and prayers for the rest of my life.

  5. Donna Finnie
    Jun 3 2019

    Judy, Dick and family . I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he Rest In Peace. Love you all. xoxoxo

  6. Marguerite Bova
    May 28 2019

    Judy and family, God be with you all at this difficult time. Although it’s been a long time, I always remember Ernie when we were young. May he walk in sunshine with those he loved who have gone before him. My prayers are with you xoxoxo

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To all our families, friends, and residents of Revere, East Boston, and surrounding communities of the North Shore,

We would like to announce that after 37 years of caring for thousands of families at our 773 Broadway location, on January 31st, 2023 we will be officially RELOCATING, to our new location at 262 Beach St., Revere.
On September 30th, 2022, we proudly purchased the Vazza “Beechwood” Funeral Home – DiPietro and Vazza, Inc. A name that has served families for 102 years. We feel blessed that with all of the interest, the Vazza Family chose us to carry on their century old business and family name. We will become Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals. We will continue to honor the Vazza name and continue our commitment the same way that we always have. We also look forward to having both Louis Vazza and Jessica Vazza Ferragamo alongside of us, as we come together as one.
Our reputation has always been our biggest asset. For many years people always wanted us to have a larger facility, now our facility is the largest funeral home in the area. We will be making many beautiful upgrades to allow our families to have the most elegant facility to honor their loved one.
Although this announcement is bittersweet, as we say goodbye to our home, we are forever grateful for all of you for placing your constant faith and trust in us to care for your loved one. We will continue to do what we are best known for.
Thank you for your friendship and continued support.
God bless you all.
Faithfully,

Your friends at Vertuccio Smith and Vazza.

To all our families, friends, and residents of Revere, East Boston, and surrounding communities of the North Shore,

We would like to announce that after 37 years of caring for thousands of families at our 773 Broadway location, on January 31st, 2023 we will be officially RELOCATING, to our new location at 262 Beach St., Revere.

On September 30th, 2022, we proudly purchased the Vazza “Beechwood” Funeral Home – DiPietro and Vazza, Inc. A name that has served families for 102 years. We feel blessed that with all of the interest, the Vazza Family chose us to carry on their century old business and family name. We will become Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals. We will continue to honor the Vazza name and continue our commitment the same way that we always have. We also look forward to having both Louis Vazza and Jessica Vazza Ferragamo alongside of us, as we come together as one.

Our reputation has always been our biggest asset. For many years people always wanted us to have a larger facility, now our facility is the largest funeral home in the area. We will be making many beautiful upgrades to allow our families to have the most elegant facility to honor their loved one.

Although this announcement is bittersweet, as we say goodbye to our home, we are forever grateful for all of you for placing your constant faith and trust in us to care for your loved one. We will continue to do what we are best known for.

Thank you for your friendship and continued support.

God bless you all.

Faithfully,

Your friends at Vertuccio Smith and Vazza.