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James Ciaccia Obituary

James F. "Jay" Ciaccia, 47 James F. "Jay" Ciaccia, age 47, of Woodlyn and fprmerly of Holmes, PA, died suddenly on June 11, 2011. He was the son of the late James F. Ciaccia and Sheila Woodley McMonigle.He was preceded in death by his sister Mary Ciaccia. Jay was born in Darby, PA and was a longtime Delaware County resident. He graduated Ridley High School and worked throughout his life as a truck driver, most recently Wentzel Transportation and Leasing. At one time he owned his own trucking company, Cha Transport Inc. Jay was a simple man who enjoyed his motorcycle, being outdoors, and gardening. He was known as a generous man, who always happily gave whatever he could to whomever was in need. Survivors: His loving daughter Nicole Ciaccia of Philadelphia, PA and her fiance' Frank Warren; beloved brother of John ( Amy) of Pfafftown, NC, Richard (Gretchen) of Ridley Park, PA, Sheila (Michael) Lange of Brigantine,NJ, Suzanne Baskinger of Delanco, NJ, Denise (Rick) Edmonds of Ocala, FL, and Michele (Sam) Young of Springfield, PA; also survived by 7 nephews and 4 nieces. Visitation: Relatives and friends are invited to Jay's Life Celebration on Saturday, June 18, 2011 from 9 to 10 AM in Our Lady of Fatima Church, 1 Fatima Drive, Secane, PA 19018 Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10 AM. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Jay's name may be made to the American Heart Assoc., 1617 JFK Blvd., Suite 700, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Arr: by Spencer T. Videon of Drexel Hill, 400 Shadeland Ave, Drexel Hill,PA 19026 To share your fondest memories of Jay, please visit www.lifecelebration.com 1-800-GIVNISH

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Published by Delaware County Daily & Sunday Times from Jun. 14 to Jun. 15, 2011.

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June 20, 2011

I will always love you...

Devon Reynolds

June 20, 2011

Thank you...I will never forget the role you played in my life...I am proud to call you my stepfather and my children will always remember their Papa!

Aubrey Weibel

June 17, 2011

To Nicole and family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you at this extremely difficult time. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and I only hope that you're somehow able to find some comfort from all those that love you!

Nancy Opalach

June 17, 2011

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Nancy opalach and Roger Heck

Nicole Ciaccia

June 17, 2011

Dad I can't believe I have to say goodbye to you. The only thing that is helping through this is to know you are with Pop-Pop and can finally be happy. I love you and am so thankful and proud that I was able to call you Dad. You helped me develop into the strong woman I am today and I am very grateful for that. I love you so much and miss you already. I'll always be your little girl.

June 16, 2011

Im sorry for your loss I think of you all as family, my heart is deeply saddened. I have many happy memories of Jay as a child .My parents also send their sympathies to you at this difficult time. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

My Deepest Sympathy

William "Buzzy" ODonnell
DuBois PA

Cheryl (Falls) Merson

June 16, 2011

To the Ciaccia Family - I am so sorry to learn of Jay's passing. Its been a long time, but I still remember his kind smile and how he could always make me laugh. He was a good man. Please know your all in my thoughts and prayers.

Onorato Family

June 16, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to the Ciaccia Family and friends. We will keep you all in our prayers.

Kimberly Puzzangara

June 16, 2011

Michele and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother and uncle. My deepest condolences to you and your entire family. Please know that I will keep you in my prayers.

June 16, 2011

I just found out and it's hard to fathom that you pass away. Maureen and I got your call on Friday but we were out to dinner, I called on Monday but Now I know why no answer. You were a Good Friend, You and I were alike in giving until it hurt. But when you ran my truck as a driver for us, we know it was all you that made our company work. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for doing that... Maureen and I will miss talking and our Coffee breaks at the house to just to talk. We both will miss you... I thank GOD for your friendship and I know you will never be forgotten... Maureen and Chuck

Loretta Yezuita

June 16, 2011

I am sorry to hear you lost your loved one. Jay was fun person we had some good times together long ago, he will be missed. Nicole all I can say is you are Daddy's little girl hang on to the good the memories are the glue to your love.

Susan McDermott

June 16, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time. There's nothing I can say that will ease your pain but I just wanted you to know I am thinking of you. My deepest condolences.

Susan Foltz McDermott

June 16, 2011

Words just can not express how sad we are! You were a great brother and uncle we will miss you. The only blessing is that you are now home with Dad, Mom and Mary. Love, Sam, Michele, Sammy, Mitchell and Sydney

steve betzler

June 15, 2011

Nicole,
Sorry to hear about your father. My condolences to you and the rest of the family. I will always remember the fun your dad and I had during basketball and volleyball practices and games at OLF.

Steve Betzler

lisa wilkins

June 15, 2011

RIP jay you will be remembered love david lisa zoe sophie and luke wilkins xxxxx

Michele Young

June 15, 2011

Words just can not express how sad we are! You were a great brother and uncle we will miss you. The only blessing is that you are now home with Dad

June 15, 2011

jay you touch a lot of hearts and poples life wil lalways hold the memories glady that i ws part of your life for ever i nmy heart dee

Denise Edmonds

June 15, 2011

"You will be missed by everyone you came in contact with. I am glad you are at peace now!!! Love you! Denise

June 15, 2011

Rest in Peace Jay....
You were always a person with a huge heart and a great friend to me and everyone else. You gave me a wonderful gift in life - our daugher.
You will be missed, but you are at peace now in heaven.
Natalie

June 14, 2011

RIP Jay...you're home now. Love you, Deb

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