Ettore "Eddie" Ricci Obituary (1929

Ettore A. Ricci, Sr., known to family and friends as Eddie, peacefully passed away on August 13, 2023 at the Washington Township Senior Living Facility surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 20,1929 to the late Ubaldo and Clelia (nee: DiMattia) Ricci, Eddie was raised in the heart of South Philadelphia. He was the founder of the Chadmoore Social and Athletic Club that later grew 3 generations of members. He was a great running back for the Chadmoore team. He was also a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Church and the Sons of Italy Societies. As a young man, he joined the United States Army serving during the Korean War. Eddie enjoyed a long career with the United States Post Office where he began driving as a letter carrier and retired as a mailman on foot. All his deliveries included his wonderful contagious smile.Eddie was small in stature, but his heart was huge. He spent many happy hours working in his garden enjoying the fruits of his labor. He had hands of gold and made repairs to just about anything. A lifelong sports fan, Eddies favorite pastime was watching Phillies and Eagles games. A gem of a man who brought everyone joy. He was kindhearted, charismatic, and cherished the blessings of his family. Beloved husband to Elizabeth (nee: Zeller) Ricci. Loving father to Diane Ricci- (Robert) Bongiovanni, Janet Ricci (Chuck) Tomasco, Regina R. (Douglas) Long and the late Ettore A. Ricci, Jr. Proud grandfather to Chuck Jr. (Amy), Kris (Devon), Dina (Philip), Robert (Stephanie), Timothy (Jenna), Marc (Jaime-Lee), Tori (Tommy), Nicholas (Melissa), Taylor (Angel), Jenna (Patrick), and Andrew.Great Grandfather to Jackson, Sophia, Lucas, Giovanna, Robert, Kristiano, Philip, Julia, Mila, Nadia, Isabella, Francesca, Luna, Penelope, Isla, Liliana, Benjamin and Gabriella. Brother to the late Raffelina (DeDomenicis), Armando, Americo, and Ubaldo. Son in law to the late Albert and Betty Zeller. Brother-in-law to Concetta Cuffari, MaryAnn and Albert Zeller, Kathleen and William Zeller, Paula, and the late James Zeller. He is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews.Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation Wednesday morning (August 23,2023) from 10-11:30 am at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1719 Morris St. Phila., PA 19145. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 am. Burial and Military Honors will follow 2pm at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, Pennsylvania. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to St. Thomas Aquinas or the charity of your choice. Cemetery Washington Crossing National Cemetery Newtown PAUS Visitation for Relatives and friends Wednesday, August 23, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM St. Thomas Acquinas Church 1719 S. Morris Street Philadelphia PA 19145 US Funeral Mass Wednesday, August 23, 2023 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM St. Thomas Acquinas Church 1719 S. Morris Street Philadelphia PA 19145 US Military Honors Wednesday, August 23, 2023 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM Washington Crossing National Cemetery Newtown PAUS Funeral Home Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home 2239 S 3rd St Philadelphia PA - 19148 US 215-334-1578