Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Saturday, April 18th, 2026.
Beloved husband of the late Etta G. Riggio (nee Novara); loving father of Nicholas J. (the late Bonnie Joyce Kelly) Riggio Jr., Michael J. (Manda) Riggio, and Joy Ann (Larry) Catani; adoring grandfather of Ryan (Chaynna) Riggio, Mary-Nicole Riggio, Christopher (Staci) Riggio, Alexandra (Matthew) Mossotti, Madeline (Jacob) Ripp, Juliette Riggio, Cara (Steve) Conde, Natalie (Darius) Daniel, and the late Jordan Nicholas Riggio; cherished great grandfather of Jacob, Gabriel, and Victoria Riggio, Liliana and Marco Mossotti, Stella Ripp, AJ Conde, and Dior and Amari Daniel; dear brother of the late Frances Riggio; our dear uncle, cousin, and friend.
Nicholas was a hardworking man who cared about and loved his family deeply. He led a quite extraordinary life.
Graduating from Washington University School of Law in 1958, he practiced law for 60 years on The Hill. A pillar of the neighborhood his entire life, he was devoted to St. Ambrose parish and The Hill, in general. He was one of the founders of Hill 2000-an organization set up to accommodate changing times and needs, which is still active.
Nick was an attorney, real estate agent, travel agent, and judge. He conducted business from the Riggio Building at Shaw and Marconi for most of his career. He offered support to Italian immigrants, helping them with citizenship and obtaining home loans.
An exceptional athlete, he was a goalie for St. Louis Major Soccer League from age 17-40. He was a member of the St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame and played professional soccer in England while serving in the Air Force. He also was a college baseball player, outstanding marksman, and avid handball player.
Devoted to Padre Pio.
Nicholas will be forever loved and greatly missed.
SERVICES: Visitation at Kutis Affton Chapel 10151 Gravois Rd. 63123 on Tuesday, May 5 from 4-8 pm. and then at St. Ambrose Catholic Church (5130 Wilson Ave., 63110) on Wednesday, May 6 from 9:00 am. until funeral Mass time at 10:00 am. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions made to the American Kidney Fund are greatly appreciated.
MIKE AND MANDA-
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. May his memory be a blessing and he shall rest in peace!
Thank you for the kind words . greatly appreciate them
Bob and I had great regard for Nick. He gave us helpful insight and was always wanting to be helpful.
Thank you for the kind words. He always spoke highly of you also.
Joy
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He was a very good man and a great lawyer. he will be sorely missed.
Thank you Mary, we appreciate your kindness.
Joy
Mike & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your dad was clearly a special man, and we hope you find comfort in the memories you shared and the love that surrounds your family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
With sympathy,
Mike & Jamie
Mike and Jamie,
Thank you so much for your kind words! They are truly appreciated.
Joy (Mike’s sister)
Thank you so much for the kind words. See you soon
Sending condolences to Nick’s family. My late father, Don Tabacchi, worked with Nick for many years from the offices at Shawand Marconi. They remained friends till Dad passed away in 2022.
Thank you Dona! We appreciate your kind words. I loved your father as well. He was always so understanding and helped our family so much. He is missed as well💕
Joy
Dear Joy, Mike and Nick, and families,
I remember growing up with your family being good cousins and friends of ours. Our father, Dr. Salvatore Riggio loved your father like a brother. The only one he would’ve had. Our father died in 2019 at the age of 92. Your father Nick came to see him at the end, saying, “It’s hard to imagine life without your father, Sal.” The boys are back together again. Prayers for your family. With our love and sympathy, John and Sherry Riggio
Thank you John and family! We do remember those days as well. They were truly bothers, for sure. Miss your dad. He called me every week to “check on me”. God bless him for that.
Love Joy
Thanks cus i remember those days. They. Were great times. Dr Sal was like my father loved that man.
Eternal Rest Grant Unto Nicholas, O Lord, and May Perpetual Light Shine Upon Him.
May His Soul and All the Souls of the Faithful Departed through the Mercy of God Rest in Peace. Amen
Thank you Duane,
Your prayers are truly appreciated.
Love,
Joy