Obituaries
December 9, 2019

Louis C. Rizzuto – North Charleroi

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Louis C. Rizzuto
North Charleroi
Louis C. Rizzuto, 93, of North Charleroi, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019. Born on April 15, 1926, he was the son of the late Dom and Olympia Rizzuto. He was a graduate of Monessen High School and was a retired coke plant worker in the coke works of Monessen with 47 years of service. He was a talented musician, playing bass for the Frankie Barr Orchestra. Louis is survived by his wife of 72 years, Norma DeSellems Rizzuto; son, Louis F. Rizzuto, of Palm Bay, Fla.; and grandsons, Louis W. Rizzuto and Trevor Rizzuto. As per Louis’ wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements under the direction of the CARL J. SPALLINO FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION, Charleroi, Joseph A. Lopez, funeral director. Online condolences may be sent to www.spallinofuneralhome.com.

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