Riva A. (Perillo) DeAngelis

Mrs. Riva A. (Perillo) DeAngelis, formerly of Utica, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 9, 2010 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law. At the time of her passing, her loving family was by her side. Born in Utica on January 2, 1930, Riva was the daughter of the late Joseph and Cora (Pellettieri) Perillo. She was raised and educated locally. On October 24, 1953 she married Paul J. DeAngelis with whom she shared her life and love for 32 years prior to his passing on February 5, 1986. At one time, Riva was involved in the operation of Salad Joe’s, a business established by her paternal family. But she was happiest at home, caring for her husband and children who were the heart and soul of her life. Her favorite pastimes were attending family gatherings and occasionally visiting the casino. She was previously a parishioner of St. Francis De Sales Church. Riva is survived by her daughters and son-in-law, Cora J. and John “Jack” Jackson, Jr. of North Bay, NY, and Joanna R. Wisnoski of Chadwicks; a step-son, Joe DeAngelis; her grandchildren, Holly Ann Wisnoski, Samantha Wisnoski, and their father, Don Wisnoski. She cherished the memory of her step-grandson, Jeffery Jackson, who passed away on December 1, 2000. Her grandchildren also include Tim and Linda Jackson, Amy Jackson and Kim and Bill Marsh; and her great-grandchildren, Chloe, and Patrick. Survivors also include her many special nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins; members of the Houghton family; extended family member, Cynthia Johnson; and her friends, Cynthia and Joe Nicotera, and Lorraine Czeck. She was predeceased by her brother, Anthony J. Perillo; her sister and brother-in-law, Marie and Frank Czajkowski; and her sister-in-law, Mrs. Fanny Houghton. The family expresses sincere thanks to Cynthia Johnson, for her loving care and dedication to Riva. Visitation will be held Monday (today) from 3:00-6:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Expressions of sympathy in the form of donations may be made to the ARC or St. Jude Children’s Hospital; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Riva’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Tuesday morning at 9:30 from the funeral home and at 10:30 at Historic Old St. John’s Church where her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Committal prayers and interment will take place graveside in Calvary Cemetery.

Riva A. (Perillo) DeAngelis

January 2, 1930 - July 9, 2010