Rita Venezia

Rita Patricia Venezia, 92, passed away at home in Essex Fells, NJ on October 5, 2014 surrounded by her loving family.  She was cared for by her lifelong friend and adopted sister, Viola Carbone.

Aunt Rita cared for countless babies and children and was a renowned Italian chef.  She generously shared her culinary secrets with many of us who loved her.

A Memorial Visitation will be held at the Galante Funeral Home 54 Roseland Ave.,  Caldwell on Saturday October 11, 2014 from  10 AM to 12 noon.  A Funeral Mass will follow at St. Aloysius Church in Caldwell at 12:15 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice 1373 Broad Street, Suite 300A, Clifton, NJ 07013