Joseph S. “Joe” Riggi
January 19, 1943 - June 23, 2024
Joseph S. “Joe” Riggi, age 81, of New Castle, DE, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, June 23, 2024.
Born in Dunmore, PA, on January 19, 1943, he was a son of the late Stephen and Pauline (La Marca) Riggi. Joe proudly served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Fort Snelling. He made his career as the owner of A & J Auto Sales in Elsmere.
Deep in his faith, Joe was a dedicated member of Our Lady of Fatima R.C. Church. In his spare time, he could often be found watching football or preparing his line up for his fantasy football team. Joe was a member of Cavaliers Country Club where he loved to play golf. A friend to the community, he was a life member of Wilmington Manor Fire Company. Above all, Joe cherished the time he spent with his family. He often looked forward to attending all of his grandchildren’s sporting events.
Joe is survived by his loving wife of over 59 years, Alberta R. “Antonello” Riggi; children, Paula R. Ainsworth (Lewis M.) and Stephen A. Riggi (Dawn); brother, Santo “Butch” Riggi (Christine); and grandchildren, Lewis J. Ainsworth and Brooke E. Ainsworth.
All services will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joe’s memory to Delaware Hospice, 630 Churchmans Road, Suite 200, Newark, DE 19702 or online by clicking here; or to Wilmington Manor Fire Company, P.O. Box 645, New Castle, DE 19720 or online by clicking here.
Randy Roberts
Knew Joe since the mid 70’s from the Wilm Manor Fire Company. I always considered him a man of conviction and integrity. Condolences to Joe’s family, may he rest in peace.
Patti Palandrani
Paula, I’m so sorry for your loss.l will keep you and your family in my prayers at this difficult time.
Barbara Zerbe
Joe Riggi will be greatly missed and we thank him for his many years of neighborly influence. His family is such a blessing to us as a church and when I was out at my church across the street from him, he would share his knowledge of plants and the neighborhood to guide my work. He was a very supportive neighbor–thank you Joe and Alberta!
Tina Riggi Gittleman
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the peace that you seek.
Brad Derby
Family everyone was enjoying seeing Joe during the monthly FD meetings. Joe you were a great mentor in the early years building your home with Butch and friends, sharing your thoughts over coffee at the Fire Station. RIP until we see each again.
Brad
Maria T Rizzi
Dear Alberta and family, I just happened to be online looking up a friends obituary and I came across Joe’s. I’m truly sorry for your loss and I hope you are doing well. May you be comforted in knowing he is no longer in pain and in the presence of Jesus Christ. My sincerest condolences, Blessings and Love, Maria Rizzi