U.S. Navy veteran
SAUGUS — Jack Rizzari, 77, a beloved son, brother and friend passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025.
His quirky sense of humor and love of friends and family will always be remembered.
Jack was born on July 12, 1947. He was the cherished son of the late Salvatore and Carol (MacKenney) Rizzari. He grew up with great memories of spending his summers at the family home on Deer Island, New Brunswick, Canada, which included time with his favorite Aunt Dinny and Uncle Buster. In later years, he enjoyed spending time in Eastport, Maine, and left behind many friends there.
Jack graduated Lynnfield High School in 1965 and joined the Naval Reserves in 1966. He was stationed in South Weymouth and was honorably discharged in 1968. Jack enjoyed working in the school systems, retiring from the Horace Mann School in Melrose in 2018.
Jack was the eldest of nine children. He loved cars and drag racing, music and our family dogs Coffee and Tenny, which he brought home to the delight of his siblings, but not their father. Jack’s legacy is one of humor, kindness and unwavering support for those around him. He leaves behind a profound impact on his family, friends and community.
Jack is survived by his sister Ellen Slavin of Ipswich; Joseph (Barbara) of Vermont and Ecuador; Jean Jaynes of Lynnfield; Joanne Rizzari of Danvers; Laura Roberts of Salisbury Beach; Robert Rizzari of Danvers; Lisa Rizzari of Eliot, Maine; and Michael Rizzari of Beverly. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Jack’s life will be held at a later date locally and on Deer Island this summer per his wishes. The family invites all who knew Jack to join them in remembering and honoring his life. Jack Rizzari will be dearly missed, but forever remembered in the hearts of those he touched. Assisting Jack’s family is the Morris Funeral Home of Ipswich. To send a letter of condolence to the Rizzari family, visit MorrisFH.com.