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Rafael Rizo Obituary

Rizo, Rafael beloved husband of the late Teresa, loving father of Rachel, Richard (the late Donna), Ralph (Margaret), Sylvia (the late John) Burak and Mary Ann (Jesse) Solorzano, loving grandfather of 16, fond great-grandfather of 19 and great-great-grandfather of one, loving uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 3918 W. Irving Park Rd., Tuesday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, 9 a.m. to St. Francis of Assisi, Halsted & Morgan. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Maryhill. In lieu of flowers, donations to Gottlieb Hospice, 701 W. North Ave., Melrose Park, 60160, would be appreciated. 773-588-5850

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 22, 2005.

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Teresa Tomko

November 23, 2005

My gramdpa was one of the greatest men I was honorned to know. He had a great family who loved him dearly. We will all miss him!

Angel Marie Smith

November 22, 2005

dear Marko & family

Marko we have know each other 4 like 4-ever. u have shared so much with me bout your g/father i thought of him as my own cuz i never had one. my love and sympathy goes out to your family and especially to you. god bless u all and rafael ur an angel just like i am angel. love to the family and you marko, Angel Marie

Pat Desrochers

November 22, 2005

To the Rizo Family

Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. My heart goes out to all the family. I understand how you feel as Ken (Leo) passed away last month. My prayers are with you.

Rick and Toni Straubel

November 22, 2005

Dear Margie, Ralph, and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. As you and your family have so often offered comfort and hope to others -may all of you feel the same love and comfort to help carry you through this. Know that God's healing hand will guide you and your heart through this difficult moment. Also know that We are blessed to have another "angel" among us.



God Bless you and your family,

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