In Memoriam : Anthony Riportella
Anthony R. Riportella - age: 24
(November 23, 1986 to April 18, 2011 ) Resident of Visalia, California Visitation Information: Visitation will be held on Monday, April 25, 2011 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Evans Miller Guinn Chapel in Exeter. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at 1:00 PM at the Pavilion at the Visalia District Cemetery. Burial will be in the Visalia District Cemetery. Obituary: Anthony Ray Riportella, age 24, of Los Angeles and Visalia, CA, passed away Monday April 18, 2011 in Newhall, CA. Anthony was born in Visalia, CA to Misty and Mike Riportella. Anthony attended Valencia High School. He then went on to become employed by the motion picture industry as a proud member of Local Teamsters Union #399. Anthony was a member of the Teamsters Union for the past 6 years providing transportation to the stars. Anthony’s career was his proudest achievement. He loved spending his free time playing golf, fishing, snowboarding and spending time with family and friends. Anthony is preceded in death by Grandparents Delano and Kathryn Hampton, Danny Riportella; aunts and uncles Sherry and Todd Connolly, Roy Hampton; cousin Kevin Hampton and his brother in law Mitchel Watatz. Anthony is survived by his mother, Misty Riportella; father Mike Riportella; his sisters Tiffany, Lacey, Lindsay and Brittany; his brother Michael; his Grandmother Mary; and the love of his life, his niece Bella. Anthony is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Anthony is “Gone, but not Forgotten” 
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Penny Young - April 23, 2011  Contact this person
Tony,
How do We say goodbye to a Son, brother,Cousin and a Great Friend,
That all love as much as you? None of us still cannot believe you're gone. Were still hoping it just not true.
Wishing and hoping this heartache is all just a dream .Hoping to we will wake up and find You still here, in life, with us Or somehow we could rewind time.For none of us don't know how to say goodbye to a wonderful fun loving person like you.
There's almost no one I know who had so much life and so much to give as well as you, You were the Man of the home for your family and they loved you for that.I often think upon the memories we all have shared with you, Im glad to have been a part of your life.
You teased me and others, laughed with all. And all ways like to have a good time.Thank you for being my friend.I love you and will miss you dearly Aunt Penny
Laura Green - April 23, 2011 Contact this person
Gone~But Never Forgotten~The heart never forgets or releases love. I will always remember, fondly, the boy with the big heart, sweet smile and tender ways. The man that was strong, giving, tender, caring and loving. Thank you for remembering me so many years later~
My heartfelt feelings go out to your family and loved ones in their time of loss and sadness.
With Love,
Buffy
Diane Wang - April 25, 2011 Contact this person
We were shocked and saddened to learn of Anthony's death. We got to know him when Danny was first retired and driving for us. Anthony probably thought he was going along for the ride but got put to work instead. He was a good kid. Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Misty Riportella - May 19, 2011 Contact this person
Thank You for the kind words. They are much appreciated during this difficult time. Anthony was a great kids, a strong man and protector to all who needed it. He always had a kind word and a big smile for everyone.Anthonys life was cut way to short but as his mom I know he lived his life to the fullest while he was here. To my son ( I LOVE you with every ounce of my being, I believe you knew that and know it now as you watch over all the ones you loved, I dont understand why you had to go just that you did so Fino A che incontriamo, ancora il Mio Amore I LOVE YOU SON
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