Paul J Riccio Jr.

Following high school, Paul joined the US Air Force where he proudly served during the Korean War. After returning home, he met and fell in love with Patricia “Patty” Ravalese. The two were married on September 30, 1972, in Windsor, CT. They shared over 45 years of marriage until her passing on October 27, 2017.

Paul retired from S&E Telephone Company in 1997 following a lengthy career. After his retirement, he and Patty moved to Little River, SC where he worked as a driver for Suburban Propane for over 15 years. Paul enjoyed shooting pool, was an avid pool shark, and a member of the APA League. He was also a Life Member of the Elks Club #2840 in Little River, and a proud member of the American Legion Post #186 as well as the Little River VFW.

Surviving are his daughter, Christina “Tina” Roccio; grandchildren, Vincent Robert Paul Riccio, Carl Michael Riccio, Jesse Patrick Riccio; and nieces, Karen and Sheryl Ravalese. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael P. Riccio.

The family will host a Celebration of Life at his home on Sunday, September 14, 2025 beginning at 2:00 p.m., all are welcome to attend.