Jennie Riccio

Jennie Riccio, 93, of Bradenton, Florida (formerly of Wood-Ridge, New Jersey) entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 4th 2016.

Mrs. Riccio was born in Jersey City, New Jersey to the late Joseph and Rose Giuliano. She was the oldest of eight children and was devoted to her family. Always willing to sacrifice for others, she put her educational goals aside to take care of her siblings when her mother became ill.

Jennie worked as a seamstress in Manhattan during World War II and wrote letters to her childhood sweetheart, Frank Riccio, while he served with the U.S. Army in Europe.

After the war, Jennie and Frank got married and enjoyed life together for 68 wonderful years. Jennie stayed home to raise their children while Frank worked his way up the ranks of PSE&G. Jennie and Frank happily retired to Florida for their golden years, first as snowbirds and then as full-time residents. They loved making new friends and being involved in a local church.

Frank passed away on October 28th, 2015, but Jennie is survived by her children (Regina, Joyce, Paul & Janet), grandchildren (Matthew, Jessica, Jonathan, Jeffrey, Joshua & Jennie) and six of her siblings (Annie, Irene, Arthur, Frank, Rosetta & Ernie). She was predeceased by her brother, Joe.

Jennie is probably best known for her big smile, which often beamed across her face. She was a woman of deep faith who believed that salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ. She loved people and was always quick to offer a word of wisdom, exhortation or encouragement, a hug, and some cookies or homemade meatballs and “gravy.”

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation, beginning at 10:00am, and memorial service, beginning at 11:30am, on Monday, April 11th at the First Church of the Nazarene, 1616 59th St. West, Bradenton, Florida. Interment will follow at Manasota Memorial Park on 53rd Ave. East, Bradenton, Florida.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jennie’s memory can be made to the First Church of the Nazarene.

“Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them.” Deuteronomy 4:9

Visitation
2016-04-11 10:00:00
11:30:00

Funeral Service
2016-04-11 11:30:00
First Church of the Nazarene
1616 59th Street West
Bradenton
FL
34209


Reception
2016-04-11 12:30:00
First Church of the Nazarene
1616 59th Street West
Bradenton
FL
34209


Interment following funeral service
2016-04-11
First Church of the Nazarene
1616 59th Street West
Bradenton
FL
34209