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Thomas "Rico" Joseph Ricciardi
1956 - 2022
BORN
1956
DIED
2022
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Thomas "Rico" Ricciardi Obituary
Thomas Joseph “Rico” Ricciardi
CROWN POINT- Thomas J. Ricciardi, 65, passed away Monday, January 10, 2022. He was born in East Chicago, IN on April 24, 1956. He is survived by his loving mother, Patricia J. (Connelly) Ricciardi, daughter, Brooke (Christian) Alexander and son, Carmello (Cassie) Ricciardi, loving sisters Lea Hott (Leon) and Kathleen (John) Emmett, grandchildren McKenna, Grayson, Carmello, Leonardo, and Gianna, and many loving nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Carmello T. Ricciardi, and brother, Michael Ricciardi.
Thomas graduated from East Chicago Roosevelt High School, Class of ’75, and attended Calumet College of St. Joseph. He worked for Combustion Engineering, owned Carmello’s Bars and Restaurant, worked for the Lake County Coroner’s Office for many years, worked for Union Tank, and was currently employed with Cleveland Cliffs as a Maintenance Supervisor. Thomas was a long- time member and former President of Cesare Batiste Lodge #27 and a member of E.C. Goodfellows Club. He knew no stranger. He was the most fun, funny, caring, generous, kind, and loving man. He told elaborate, hilarious stories. He will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him.
A Celebration of Life memorial will be held at Solan-Pruzin Funeral Home, 14 Kennedy Avenue, Schererville, Indiana on Sunday, January 16, from 4:00 – 7:00 PM. A prayer service will start at 6:00 PM with Fr. Michael J. Hoffman officiating. The family requests masks be worn.
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Vickie Alonso
February 17, 2023
Oh my God. My heart is broken. I just learned of ur passing & I can't believe it. Tommy I truly miss u & thank u for all u taught me. Always in my heart. Sincerely vickie
Tammy Brown (Raabe)
January 17, 2022
My love and prayers to all who are grieving the loss of this beautiful life. Tommy was always a light, and may your memories carry you through this difficult time. With all my love.
Nat Oliverio
January 16, 2022
we've known Tommy since he was a young 5 yr old when his family moved to Baring ave, he was always so fun &a kind &super nice guy ,we send our sincere sympathy to his mom Patricia ,sisters Lea& Kathleen & his children,Brooke &Carmello,,love & prayers,,,Nat Oliverio & family
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Eddie A. Escalante
January 15, 2022
*Tommy My Brother, My School Mate, & Most of all My Friend*Rest In Peace*Memory Eternal**.....
January 15, 2022
Tommy you brought so much Love and Joy to so many. You will be missed! Love and prayers to the family. Love Phillip and Barbara Holman
Tim O'Toole
January 15, 2022
I'm so sorry to hear this about Tommy please except my sincerest condolences my thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends during this difficult time Tommy will be sorely missed by all who new him smiles and the crazy stories he would share. God bless you Tommy. Rest In Peace my Friend!
Diane Kujawa
January 14, 2022
Tommy was such a go-getter. I have many fond memories working with him at Combustion Engineering and partying together in our much younger days. I am sure he will be greatly missed. My sympathies to his family and friends .
Marjorie Haniford
January 14, 2022
I was saddened to hear of Rico’s passing. He and my husband worked together at the Lake County Coroners office. Rico always had a smile on his face and always happy. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Louis Aguilera
January 13, 2022
Our condolences to the Ricciardi Family . Rico was a great guy and was loved by all who knew him. He could tell some interesting stories and dance like nobody else ! He will be missed by all. Praying for the Family and may his memories be eternal. God Bless Brother Rico .
Vickey Paris
January 13, 2022
Tom is one of the sweetest people I’ve ever known. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone. May you Rest In Peace.
Jasiu Nauracy
January 13, 2022
Rico, going to miss that smile and laughter that went along with it! Say Hi to my Buddys Moose and Michael For me. RIP Buddy. You will be truly missed!
Denice Chobanov Barsich
January 13, 2022
God is getting one great angel! You will truly be missed Tommy. Memory Eternal.
Barbara Wintczak Woermbke
January 13, 2022
Sorry for your loss, Roxana was a GREAT neighborhood for all of us to grow up in.
Lori & Randy Zimnawoda
January 13, 2022
Deepest sympathies to families. Tommy and his smile will truly be missed. Lori & Randy
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Jan
16
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Solan Pruzin Funeral Home & Crematory - Schererville14 Kennedy Avenue, Schererville, IN 46375
Jan
16
Celebration of Life
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Solan Pruzin Funeral Home & Crematory - Schererville14 Kennedy Avenue, Schererville, IN 46375
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Solan Pruzin Funeral Home & Crematory - Schererville14 Kennedy Avenue, Schererville, IN 46375