"Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your dear, loved one. Death is hard to deal with. Even Jesus gave way to tears when Lazarus died (John 11:35). But our Heavenly Father views death as an enemy and promises to put an end to it (1 Cor 15:26). We can look forward to being reunited with our loved ones again."
In loving memory of
Louis Ricci
March 24, 1928 - March 8, 2017
Greece: March 8, 2017. Louis is predeceased by his wife Gilda Ricci & brother Geremia Ricci. He is survived by his children, Phillip (Pamela) Ricci, Lou III (Rosanna) Ricci, Anthony (Elizabeth) Ricci, Grace Ann Ricci; grandchildren, Louis IV (Kristine) Ricci, Lauren (Jay) Essley, Abigail (Scott) Biehl, Gabrielle Ricci, Anthony Phillip (fiance Heather Magro) Ricci, Sarah Ricci, Olivia Ricci, Andrew Ricci, Gina Ricci & Michael Ricci; great grandsons Louis Ricci V & Jason Essley Jr.; sister-in-law Linda Ricci; many nieces, nephews & dear friends. For more information about Lou please visit www.bartolomeo.com
Lou's visitation will be Wednesday March 15th 2-4 & 6-8 PM. His Funeral Service will be celebrated Thursday, March 16th, 10 AM at the Funeral Home, immediately followed by his Inurnment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Dreams from Drake, 26 Golden Pond Trail, Spencerport, NY 14559 or to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer, 111 Presidential Blvd, Suite 203, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 in his memory.
Louis was born on March 24, 1928 to Louis and Grace Ricci in Rochester, NY. He grew up with his younger brother, Geremia and Louis was a very pampered little boy. He was a proud graduate of Aquinas Institute in 1947. Louis played football and boxed in high school. He was also the first in his family to have obtained a college degree. Louis earned his bachelor's and master's degree at Brockport College. He was genuinely interested in his students lives and goals, especially when sports were involved. Louis was a teacher in the Rochester City School District for over 30 years. He was a great mentor to his students as a former student still remembers having him for a teacher in elementary school. He enjoyed reading, "Where the Red Fern Grows" to his students. Louis also coached football at Monroe High School. He met his wife, Gilda at a college graduation party. It was love at first sight for Louis and they married on January 30, 1954 at St. Patrick's Church in Rochester, NY. Louis and Gilda went on to have 4 children, Phillip, Louis III, Anthony and Grace Ann. He is very proud of his 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandsons with another due in September. Louis was very supportive of his grandchildren's sporting events as he loved to attend and watch them play. During his free time, Louis liked to golf as he was a member of the Brown Square Club Golf League. However, he was never really good at it, but was a considered a "great putter." Louis also enjoyed bowling through the Good Counsel. He loved watching sports, particularly Notre Dame football team. he liked listening to show tunes and his favorite show was "Mama Mia." Friends were important to Louis as he maintained his childhood friendships for 80 years. Louis was known to be kind, loyal and thoughtful. He was very playful, social and was described as a big kid at heart. Louis will be greatly missed and always lovingly remembered by his family and friends.
Tributes
"I would like to offer my deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. Although this is a difficult time, you can be assured that God cares for your family and can be a source of comfort (2 Corinthians 1: 3, 4). He also promises a time soon when death will be brought to nothing (1 Corinthians 15: 26, Isaiah 25:8). We can look forward to such a joyous time. For additional information, please visit jw.org."
"Phil, Lou and family. I was very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I got to know him over the last 18 months at Unity Villages, as he lived across the hall from my Dad. He was truly a great guy and I will miss talking to him!! May your many great memories of your Dad give you peace and comfort now and in the future. "
"Phil, Lou, Anthony, Grace Ann, I was saddened to hear about the passing of your father. I remember working with your Dad at the Sports Boosters club at Aquinas. Always enjoyed seeing him as he was a special man. Your memories will last forever. May God bless him and your family."
"My sincere condolences to Louis' wonderful family. I have known them for many years as his wife Gilda and I worked together at RG&E. She was one of my best friends and it was my pleasure to know the Trottos and Riccis,since she and I met at RG&E. Their love for their family was the greatest gift they gave their children. Louie and Gilda were so proud of all of them, their children, grand-children and great grandchildren. Their family always came first and I know the children will always have wonderful memories of the Sunday dinners and family vacations. My deepest sympathies to Louie and Gilda's family. I, too, will miss Louie & Gilda, as they were a wonderful part of my life. All my love to Pillip, Louis III, Anthony, Grace and their families. Vera Bellows "
"Dear Dr. Ricci, I am so sorry about the passing of your father. I know that you will miss him. His legacy will live on through you, your siblings and children. Lots of prayers and thoughts for you and your family during this time. Helen Nguyen "
"Dear Philip, Louis, Anthony & Grace Ann and families, Linda and I send you our condolences for the loss of your loving and dedicated Dad. My memories of your Dad go back many years. I was so impressed with his love and loyalty to his family and many friends. Your Dad leaves a treasure of many fond memories for all of us who knew him. Sending love from the Janus Family"
"To The Ricci Family, Uncle Junior - as I called him :-)was a wonderful man. I always remember as a kid how scared I was of him and he seemed so stern. I would watch the boys lined up on the couch and I would be jumping like an animal. As I became an adult I saw him so differently. He was kind, considerate, nice sense of humor, honest, compassionate and respectful and so much more. My mother loved him and was so proud of him. When she was living, he came to my house every day with a loaf of bread to visit Aunt Louise. Of course she was his snacks and candy source. He always bragged about how my father drove him to Brockport college every day and they made it in record time. Always plenty of memories. He lived a wonderful life and loved his beautiful family. I am glad I was able to say my final good-bye and thank him and tell him I love him! My Deepest Sympathy and my he RIP. Love you All...Cousin Annie xoxox"
"I have a lot of fond memories of playing at the Ricci household on Genesse Pk Blvd. Mr Ricci use to go to all the baseball games he could and he encouraged all of us In his later years I enjoyed playing in the Good Council Golf League with him and my dad We will miss him"
" My condolences to all of you , I will sincerely miss him at birthday and holiday parties , he was always such a sweet and gentle man. "
"Linda and family, Thinking of you at this sad time!! Warm regards, Carol and Roger"
"So very sorry to hear about Mr. Ricci....Great guy and will always remember his happy, positive attitude growing up and also in this past year seeing him at The Villages when I would go visit my mother. My prayers are with your family and all his friends. Phil, Lou, Anthony and Gracie...thinking of you guys! Jimmy Distefano"
"Poppy was a second father to me. I loved him as though I was his son. I will miss him greatly. My thoughts, prayers and tears are with Phil, Lou, Anthony, Grace and all your family members. Love you guys. Joe"
" To the Ricci Family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time. Maria Georger"
"Dear Lou, Rosanna, & family, We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad/grandpa. Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May your cherished memories of him bring you some comfort and peace during this difficult time and in the days to follow. With deepest sympathy, Paula & Bill Congdon & family "
"So sorry to hear about Poppy! Such a sweet, friendly man. Loved to chat with him at soccer games. He sure loved his family. Heavens a little brighter with him shining down! Thinking of you all. Prayers and blessings....Jill and Stewart. "