Joseph D. Riccardi

Joseph Daniel Riccardi, 27, of Pittsburgh, and a native of Akron, died unexpectedly Saturday, February 17, 2007.

Born October 24, 1979 at Akron he was the son of Joseph J. Riccardi and his companion Maryann Garrett of California, and Suzanne (Dennis, Jr.) Trimmer of New Philadelphia.

A 1998 graduate of Revere High School, Joe was a young man with a quiet confidence. He was bright, compassionate, and had a terrific sense of humor. He was well spoken on a variety of topics and had a many interests ranging from sports to the fine arts. Joe was also an avid reader.

In addition to his parents, Joe is survived by: his wife, Erica Vaughn Strasser Riccardi of Pittsburgh; a brother Matthew Riccardi of Bowling Green and sister Alicia Riccardi of California both of whom he loved dearly; nine aunts and uncles and their families in the greater Akron area; and twenty first-cousins. He will also be terribly missed by his maternal grandmother Elaine (Jack Taylor) Evans of Akron; and maternal grandfather, Ernest (Vickie) Evans of Stow, step-grandparents Dennis (Sherry) Trimmer, Sr., of New Philadelphia, as well as mother-in-law, Marsha Shamblee and family, and dozens of friends and members of his extended family.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Frank & Mildred Riccardi, and cousin Adam Riccardi.

Friends may call in the Hummel Funeral Home, 500 E. Exchange St., Akron, on Wednesday, February 21 from 2-4 & 6-8pm. At 8:00pm, Pastor Jim Borton will lead a ceremony that celebrates Joe�(TM)s life.

Cremation will follow services and will be handled through the care of Toland-Herzig Funeral Home & Crematory, Dover.

Those unable to attend, wishing to share a fond memory or send an expression of sympathy can sign the online register book for Joe by visiting the obituaries link on the funeral home's website.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made in Joe�(TM)s memory to Let�(TM)s Grow Akron, 467 Harvey Ave., Akron, Ohio 44314.

Toland-Herzig
(330) 343-6132
www.tolandherzig.com