Obituary of Michael Riccio

Michael P. Riccio 62 of Harmony Twp NJ, died October 18, 2007 in the Hospice of the Visiting Nurse, Bethlehem PA. He was born in Newark NJ, January 20, 1945. He was the son of the late Angelo and the late Aldona (Saukenas) Riccio. Michael was a wood craftsman and was of Catholic faith. Survivors: He is survived by a son, Carmen Tino & his wife Kelly, and sons, Jason & Kyle of Harmony Twp NJ; a daughter Crystal Tino & her daughter, Carly of Albuquerque New Mexico; a brother Kenneth Riccio & his long-time companion, Barbara Graham of Hillsborough NJ; a sister Diane Riccio of Emmaus PA; and a niece, Susan Riccio. He was predeceased by two brothers, Jerry & Ronald Riccio. Services: A prayer service will be held at 1PM on Saturday October 20th in the DeVoe Funeral Services, Inc., 136 West Washington Ave, Washington NJ. Calling hours on Saturday from 1-5 pm in the Funeral Home. Memorials: Memorials to Hospice of the Visiting Nurse, 2455 Black River Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18015. Online condolences may be expressed at www.devoefuneral.com. Tributes: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Michael, I'll always remember how you wanted everyone to shake your hand,you would say "Come on bro shake my hand" "Cindy,come on man shake my hand" . You brought everyone together that way.I'll always remember when you talked to me for hours the night I broke my ankle. I was looking forward to sharing broken ankle stories but it wasn't meant to be. Sorry you had to go Michael,I'm sure you are save with god now. Take care Michael-I'll think of you whenever Paul makes corn on the cob. Love Cindy -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- My deepest sympathy to you Carmen, Kelly, Kyle, Jason, Diane and Kenny. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jody -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Joe Bruschetta Mike The mountain will never be the same without you. You'll be missed -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Diane Dunwell-Hoffman Carmen, My mother babysat for Carmen when he was a toddler. I dressed him as Mickey Mouse for a Halloween Parade. I only knew Mike through Irene, and my brother-in-law Tom. I know he was an alright guy, who was very friendly. My prayers are with Carmen for the only Dad he knew. God Bless! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- My condolences to the family and friends of Michael Riccio. Terri Graham -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DilatushMay the love of friends and family help you through this time of grief. Lil Jon