Pupa Riccio

May 16, 1935 - June 8, 2018

Albany-Pupa Riccio, 83, passed away Friday, June 8, 2018. Pupa Macchina from Siderno Marina, Reggio Calabria, Italy, she was the loving wife of Osvaldo Riccio and adoring mother of Gabriella Riccio; survived by sisters Maria CariCari (Albany), Mafalda Commisso (Italy), Josephine Maselli (Latham), the late brother Armando Macchina (Albany) and late sister Elena Macchina (Italy), countless nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends in both Italy and Albany. Pupa came to the United States (Albany) in 1956 and married her first love in 1960. She was a passionate nutrition writer and cook, compassionate animal lover, loved family gatherings and was known as the cheerful light of any event. Her only child, Gabriella was the light of her life. Relatives and friends are invited and may respectfully call Tuesday June 12, 4-7PM McVeigh Funeral Home Funeral. Funeral services will be Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 9:30 am at Parish of Mater Christi, Albany where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Interment will be at St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. To leave a message for the family please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com