Florence T. Rizzo, 90, Ebensburg, formerly of Flinton, passed away January 11, 2025 at the home of her son. She was born February 11, 1934 in Spangler, the daughter of John and Catherine (Yaros) Mietus. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Victor F. Rizzo, sons Paul F. Rizzo and Dr. Michael J. Rizzo, siblings Marie Schelfe, Leonard Mietus, Virginia Winnes, Josephine Young and Bernadine Galimberti. She is survived by her children, Dr. Victor J. Rizzo, Altoona; Julie A. (Mark) Eckenrode, Ebensburg; Gary L. Rizzo, Boynton Beach, FL; Maria (Rob) Pierce, Muncy; Lisa T. Rizzo, Delray Beach, FL; Dr John M. (Mary) Rizzo, Ebensburg; Fr. David Rizzo, Flinton; Cathy A. Rizzo, Boca Raton, FL, Dr. Theresa R. (Dr. R.J.) Harris, Barboursville, WV; Anthony J. Rizzo and fiancée Angela, Boynton Beach, FL; twenty grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; sister Joanne Buck, New York and numerous nieces and nephews. Florence received her degree in nursing from Mercy Hospital in Altoona where she worked as an ER nurse. She had also been employed as a RN at Miner’s Hospital and Laurel Crest Manor in addition to spending her life as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was an active member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Patton assisting in the church kitchen for many years. She was a member and promoter of the Miraculous Medal Association and a member of Patton Music Club. Family and friends will be received from 5 to 8 pm Thursday at Stevens Funeral Home, Inc. 1004 N. Fifth Ave. Patton where a vigil for the deceased will be held. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 am Friday at St. Benedict Church, Carrolltown by Benedictine Fathers. Committal, St. Lawrence Cemetery. Memorials in Florence’s name are requested to Citizens Concerned for Human Life, Cambria-Somerset Chapters. You may leave online condolences at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or on our Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook page.