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2013
Joseph Cirillo Obituary
Joseph Salvatore Cirillo of Rye, NY passed away on November 2, 2013. Born on December 12, 1926 in Fabrizia, Calabria, Italy, he was the son of Francesco and Rosina Cirillo. Prior to coming to the United States he was a certified teacher at the age of seventeen in Italy. He proudly served his country during the Korean War from 1950 to 1952 as a Sargent First Class in the US Army. Following his military career he worked for the Sanborn Map Co. in Pelham, NY retiring in 1996 as President. He married the former Ada Raimondo in 1956. Together they raised three children. Joseph was a former officer of the Calabria Society in New Rochelle, a soccer referee, an avid stamp collector as well as a published author of short stories and poems that are still used in the Italian school systems. He traveled the world with his wife. Joseph will always be remembered for his unselfishness and his caring and giving nature. He is survived by his children Rosanna Phillips and Frank Cirillo and four grandchildren Frank, Jaimie, Joseph and David. His was predeceased by his wife Ada, son Joseph and brother Anthony. The family will receive friends at the Graham Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4 PM to 8 PM. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Church of the Resurrection on Thursday at 10 AM
Graham Funeral Home
1036 Boston Post Road
Rye, NY 10580
914-967-0129
grahamfuneralhomerye.com
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Charles Bothur
November 29, 2013
Joe was a wonderful person to know and work for at Sanborn Map Company
Charles Bothur
Roy & Margaret Lockyer
November 7, 2013
Joe had a very fulfilling life, and as he mentioned to us several times he had no regrets over the years.
He loved his wife Ada very much and wrote a number of poems in her memory.
He and I discussed International Soccer games, especially with regard to the World Cup events.
Margaret and I were friends of his from Cape Cod.
Renee Phillips
November 5, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
November 5, 2013
My condolences to the family.
May the memories you have of your loved one sustain you through this difficult time of pains. 2 Corinthians 2:3
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