Riccardi, August 26, 2024 – The local community is mourning the loss of Cathy Mirabelli, the beloved mother of Angelo, the owner of Angelo’s Pizzeria. Cathy passed away earlier this month, and her funeral is scheduled for Thursday, August 29th. In response to this sad event, Angelo’s Pizzeria will be closed on Thursday to allow the family and staff to attend the funeral and mourn together.
The announcement of Cathy’s passing was shared by the pizzeria, with the closure on Thursday serving as a mark of respect for the late matriarch. The pizzeria will also close early on Tuesday, August 27th, at 3 p.m., to give the family time to prepare for the funeral.
Cathy Mirabelli was a well-known and cherished figure in the Riccardi community, recognized for her warmth and strong family values. Her loss is deeply felt, not just by her family, but by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
In a heartfelt message, Angelo expressed his sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused by the closure, while also extending his gratitude for the community’s overwhelming support during this difficult time. He noted, "We are overwhelmed by the kindness and understanding shown to us during this time. Your compassion means the world to our family."
The community has shown an outpouring of love and condolences through social media. Amanda Edwards shared a touching message, "Beautiful photo Ange, sending big love to you all xx," while Patricia Watts expressed, "My sincere sympathy to you and all the family. Love and hugs.XOXO."
Other messages of support included words from Scott Holmes, who wrote, "Sending our love you lovely people," and Joanna Imbrogno, who simply shared, "RIP."
Cathy’s funeral is expected to be a significant event, with many family members, friends, and community members in attendance to honor her life and legacy. Angelo’s Pizzeria is expected to resume regular hours the day after the funeral, continuing to serve the community that has shown such strong support during this time of loss.