Richard "Dick" Colizzi, 85, of Geneva, N.Y., passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
He was born and raised in Geneva, N.Y., and graduated from DeSales High School. Dick served in the United States Army from 1960 to 1962 and spent his career as a salesman and small business owner.
Outside of work, his favorite days were spent watching the horse races, sitting quietly by the lake, and spending time with his family and grandchildren. Above all, nothing meant more to him than gathering everyone around the table for Sunday family dinners.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Nancy; daughters, Carol (Michael) Lynch, Cindy (Richard) Kerr, and Lynn Mattoon; grandchildren, Rachel (Sam) Fuller, Megan Kerr, and Anna Kerr; his sister, Bonnie (John) Robbins; and his extended family and dear friends.
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He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Anna (Davoli) Colizzi; his brother, Albert Colizzi (Patricia); and grandsons, Joseph and Thomas Lynch.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate his life on Wednesday, September 23, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis de Sales Church in Geneva, N.Y.
There will be no prior calling hours.
Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery.
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