Gilford, NH-----Felice “Phil” Ricciardiello, 94, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2010, surrounded by his family in Gilford, NH.
Phil was born in East Boston, Massachusetts, to Luigi and Michelina (Mastromarino) Ricciardelli from Montemarano (Avellino), Italy.
He owned and operated Ricci’s Service Station in Salem, Massachusetts, for 55 years. Phil was a mechanic by profession and was skilled in woodworking, plumbing and lighting. He generously used his talents to bring joy to family and friends.
We relied on him constantly for his expert advice!
Phil was very devoted to his wife of 72 years, Antonetta (Brienzo) Ricciardiello who passed away in February, 2010. He was a loving and unselfish father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Our love for him will go on forever.
He is survived by his six children: Michelina Marilyn Armstrong of Swampscott, MA, Ann Horton of Williamsburg, VA, Anthony Ricciardiello of Peabody, MA, Philip Ricciardiello, Cathy Coppolino of Georgetown, MA and Louis Ricciardiello of Gilford, NH, eleven grandchildren, four great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and friends.
Phil definitely made a positive difference in the lives of all who knew him. He showed us how to enjoy life!
Funeral arrangements will be private.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Saint Vincent de Paul Society, 1269 Union Avenue, Laconia, NH 03246.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant St. Laconia is in charge of the arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.