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Concetta T.
Risilia
Jun 10, 1931 — Oct 27, 2025
Concetta Risilia (nee Terranova) of Cherry Hill, formerly of Collingswood and Philadelphia, passed away on October 27, 2025, at the age of 94. Beloved daughter of the late Concetta (nee Italia) and Michaelangelo Terranova. Dear sister of the late Salvatore and Philip Terranova. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Lisa Severino (Louis) and devoted son, David Risilia, her loving grandchildren, Natalie, Joseph and Alexandra (Paul Palidora) Severino and Arianna and Ava Risilia, her loving great grandchildren, Roger, Elizabeth and Louis.
Concetta was a woman of wisdom and creativity…to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, she touched each generation with love and guidance. She had a unique ability to connect with all ages and interests. Curious and engaged with the world around her, Concetta stayed up to date on current events.
A true artist at heart, Concetta expressed her creativity through painting, poetry and teaching. As a mentor, she encouraged others to find their life. Unless they had to leave being near her...she liked us nearby. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.
Relatives and friends are invited to her Celebration of Life on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Il Villaggio, 211 Berlin Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034, receiving line 12 to 12:45 PM, memorial tribute will begin at 12:45 PM with a luncheon immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to a charity of the donor's choice.
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