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Joseph Ciabattoni Obituary
77, of Saunderstown, passed away at home on Thursday, January 25, 2018 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was the beloved husband of Susan (Difilippantonio) Ciabattoni. Born in Warren OH, he was a son of the late Luigi and Pasqualina (Gaetani) Ciabattoni.
In addition to his wife, Susan, he is survived by his loving son, Joseph C. Ciabattoni, and his wife, Christine, of Tiverton. He also leaves his brother, Virgil Ciabattoni, of Warren OH, and the late Luigi Ciabattoni.
Dr. Ciabattoni graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1962 with a BS in Chemistry from John Carroll University, OH. He received his Ph.D. from M.I.T., in 1965. Dr. Ciabattoni was a Professor of Organic Chemistry at Brown University, from 1965-1973. During this period, he was awarded a Senior Fulbright-Hays Scholarship and attended the University of Padova in Italy. Dr. Ciabattoni, next attended Yale University 1973-76, where he received his MD degree. He completed his residency at RI Hospital and was a practicing Physician for over 30 years.
Dr. Ciabattoni was an avid fisherman, enjoyed gardening and cooking. He was known for his Famous Eggplant Meatballs and Pasta Sauce. Dr. Ciabattoni was a communicant, greeter and member of the Knights of Columbus of St Mark Church, Jamestown and a communicant of St. Thomas More Parish, Narragansett . He was an active volunteer of the Jamestown Community Farm. This kind, generous man will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, January 29, 10:00 AM at St. Mark's Church, 60 Narragansett Ave., Jamestown. Burial will follow in St. Mark's Cemetery, Jamestown. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Tomorrow Fund, RI Hospital Campus, 593 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02903. Visit NardolilloFH.com for online condolences.
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Liz Rizzini
January 25, 2024
Rest in peace Dr C
Liz RN
Steve Schonfeld
November 5, 2019
October 5, 2019
To the Ciabattoni family:
I just learned of Joe's passing today. He was my Chemistry professor at Brown, tough but fair and then I was his resident when he was an intern at RI hospital. I hope he sound me as tough and fair! I was tracking him down as one of my most influential profs at Brown with my 50th reunion coming up next year, and so sad to learn of his death. He was a special person. Brilliant and kind, and found himself finally in medicine after a brilliant career in Chemistry. I wish I had know him later in his life. He will be missed.
Steve Schonfeld, MD
Santino Campo Jr
February 11, 2018
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Joe ! My condolences to Susan and the family Santino Campo Jamestown
John Bonaventura
February 4, 2018
I was saddened when I read of Dr. Ciabattoni's passing. I was his patient for over 20 years.
He was an outstanding physician and a kind and caring individual.
He will be sadly missed.
My deepest sympathies to his wife Susan, his son Joseph and brother Virgil.
Rest In Peace Doctor
January 31, 2018
I am so sorry for you're loss. I worked with him many years at the hospital. He was always pleasant and kind. Adored by his patients . He was a brilliant man . I have just heard of his passing. My sincere condolences,
Liz Rn
First NameStephanie Lonardo
January 31, 2018
To the Ciabattoni Family.
Dr. C was my doctor for over 20 years. He was the most compassionate, warm and the best doctor; the medical profession was lucky to have him in their corner. I am fortunate to have a signed copy of Dr. 's book. May you rest in peace Dr. C.
Vicki Virgilio
January 30, 2018
My sincere condolences to Dr. Ciabattoni's family. I was a patient of Dr. Ciabattoni for several years prior to his retirement. I had great respect for him as my doctor, and I also liked him very much. He was a very personable man and always made his patients feel very comfortable. I haven't found a doctor I like as much since Dr. Ciabbattoni retired. May he Rest In Peace.
Paul Rizzo
January 30, 2018
I am so sorry to hear that Joe has died. He was my Doctor for more than 15 years. He was truly a great guy. He would always talk about his favorite Cleveland Sports Teams (Browns and Indians) during my Annual Physical Appointments which I actually looked forward to. I couldn't wait to talk sports with him. Rest in Peace Joe. You will be missed.
Anita Fracassa
January 30, 2018
I AM SO DEEPLY SADDENED TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF SUCH A BRILLANT, CARING, DEDICATED PHYSICIAN. MY LATE HUSBAND TEDDY & SONS WERE PATIENTS OF THIS LOVING DOCTOR. HE WAS SOO ACCURATE IN GIVING THE CORRECT DIAGNOSIS WHERE HIS PEERS HAD FAILED.REST IN PEACE DR. JOE. DEEPEST SYMATHY TO THE FAMILY. FONDLY, ANITA & SONS
Mrs. Dorothy N. Stravato & Family
January 30, 2018
Dr. Ciabattoni will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolences to the family.
Gary Cedroni
January 30, 2018
I was a patient of Dr. Ciabattoni for over 20 years. Dr. Cia was not only the best physician but a tremendous person. God Bless
Kristen Froberg-Hartley
January 29, 2018
Our deepest condolences to you, Susan & your family. My Dad, Pres, thought the world of Joe & my Family can't thank you enough for everything you guys did for him even until his last day! We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you, LOVE the entire Froberg & Hartley crew!
January 29, 2018
Susan, so sorry to hear about Joe. Hope many happy memories keep him close to your heart.
Love, Regina Nastari
Apollo Beach, Florida
Camy Ruggiero
January 29, 2018
My deepest condolences to the entire Ciabattoni Family. Dr. Ciabattoni was my primary care doctor for over 20 years, was the same to some of my aunts and uncles, and always was kind and gentle man, above all a great physician.
Please take solace in knowing he helped so very many people with his practice and even more with he, himself, as a wonderful and caring man.
God Speed Dr. Ciabattoni.............
Bill Risen
January 28, 2018
Joe started at Brown before I did, but we had a chance to work together for a few years until he went into medicine. I treasure that period and the later years in which Kathie and I joined Susan, Prof. Curci, Prof. and Mrs. Edwards and others who deeply respected his research and enjoyed his gracious company. Joe was a fine person - gone far too soon. Kathie and I extend our deepest condolences.
Stephen D'Amato, MD
January 28, 2018
SO long old friend. You were a true servant of the LORD, always doing GOD's will healing the sick and bringing comfort to the suffering. May you now feel the peace and comfort of being in the arms of OUR LORD. You are not in Heaven in retirement Joe, I am sure HE will ask you to continue to bring comfort to those in need of Spiritual Healing.
SINCERLY...Steve and JOSEY
To SUSAN and family. He is with you.
Trust in him, he was a doctor's doctor.
Ron Lawler
January 28, 2018
Joe and I started at Brown in the same year and he remained a valued colleague for the next 8 years. Before he became a physician he was a pioneering synthetic organic chemist who gave elegant lectures illustrated with brilliant chalk board presentations. I will treasure the memory of our time together at Brown and will miss him, as so many others do.
Carol & Vin LaBianca
January 28, 2018
Our deepest sympathy at this time. He was the best doctor. We went to Dr. Ciab for over 25 years.
Josephine Rafanelli
January 28, 2018
Dear Sue, I am so sorry for your great loss and I pray that God will provide you and your family with strength and courage to endure your deep sorrow. Love and prayers, Josephine Rafanelli
Michael Montanaro
January 28, 2018
My Condolences go out to all of the family of Joseph Ciabattoni. Rip Joe.
January 28, 2018
Sue, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ciab had a huge impact on my life. I will never forget all that he taught me... it was an honor and a privilege to work by his side. His passing is a loss to so so many. Thinking of you...
Joseph Iaciofano
January 28, 2018
My condolences
Jim and Carol Deffley
January 28, 2018
My Wife and I were Patients of Dr. Ciabattoni for over 25 years. He was thorough, Kind, and a truly caring doctor. He would suggest things to you and you followed these suggestions usually with great results. He was truly a great Doctor and there aren't many like him today. May God bless and protect his family. Heaven must have been missing a Great doctor so they called him up. A tragic loss to all who knew him. God hold you all in the palm of His hand. God speed Doctor.
Anne Paolo
January 28, 2018
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of a dedicated, compassionate physician who I had the honor of working for
For a very short time. May he rest in peace.
Bob and marcia Gallucci
January 27, 2018
There are no words to express our deepest sorrow for Joe,s passing. He was a wonderful to all and will surely be missed
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