RIZZO, Catherine W. (Kay)

Catherine W. Rizzo (Kay) was born in Brooklyn, New York, December 27, 1916 and passed away July 4, 2010 in Tucson, AZ. This special lady has joined her parents, John and Rose; loving husband, Lou; beloved grandson, Josh; and brothers, John and Joe. She is survived by her brother, Malcom (Gloria); children, Tony (Betty) and Connie Allen (Ernie); grandchildren, Alexis (Oscar), Marisa (Tyson), Crystal, Gretchen (Tyler); and great-grandchildren, Jake, Cailyn, Wyatt and Tayla; many loving nieces and nephews; and extended family. After bringing their family to Tucson, Lou and Kay started Lou's Plumbing Supply in 1952. Kay loved her family very much and always made sure we knew how proud she was of us. Kay was a loving and generous person who considered all her acquaintances family. A strong matriarch who was loved by all. Special thanks to her loving caregivers who kept her laughing, happy and singing. We miss you Mom/Grandma!! Memorial Service will be held Friday, July 9, 2010. Visitation at 9:30 a.m. with Rosary and Service to follow at 10:30 a.m. at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY CHAPEL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: "Better Than Ever" at Arizona Cancer Center, Attn: Marisa Allen, 1515 N. Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85724. Published in the Tucson Newspapers on July 7, 2010