Michael Alan "John" Riccio

John Michael Alan Riccio
May 13, 1962 - July 28, 2025

John Michael Alan Riccio, 63, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on July 28, 2025, at MD Anderson Cancer Center with his family by his side.

Born in Birmingham on May 13, 1962, John graduated from E.B. Erwin High School in 1980. He worked at UAB for 25 years before retiring in 2013. He was respected for his dedication, work ethic, and intelligence.

A devoted Christian, John lived his faith with quiet strength and conviction. He found comfort in his belief and is now at peace, having passed into the presence of the Lord.

John had a wide range of interests. He enjoyed collecting antique Christmas ornaments and vintage jewelry, was passionate about muscle cars, fishing in Fairhope, and loved cooking. Some of his favorite moments were spent dove hunting with his sons and brothers or sharing a meal with family.

He was known for his generosity, loyalty, and straightforward nature. John was someone people trusted and enjoyed being around.

John is survived by his wife of 36 years, Renee Hollingsworth Riccio; his children, Sal (Julia), Mario, and Marissa; and his grandson, Leo. He also leaves behind his mother, Delores O. Mathews, and his brothers, Bill, Steve, and Anthony Riccio. He was preceded in death by his father, Michael D. Riccio.

Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, Alabama. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m.

John will be deeply missed by all who knew him, and his faith assures those who loved him that he is now in heaven.