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Richard Cianci Obituary
CIANCI, Richard M. Sr. Richard M. Cianci Sr. 54, of 540 Berlin St., Southington, died at home unexpectedly on Saturday (March 26, 2005). Born on Jan. 2, 1951 the son of Nicholas Cianci Sr. and the late Rita (Cayer) Cianci. He graduated from New Britain High School and had attended Bentley College. Mr. Cianci retired 2 years ago after serving for 22 years with the State of Connecticut , he served as the Commissioner of the Department of Housing he had also served as the Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Public Works. Prior to his state positions he was a officer of the Cianci Construction Co. in Southington. He was a coach for the Northern Little League for 10 years, and a member of the Southington Elks Club for 30 years. Mr. Cianci was a Longtime member of the Republican State Central Committee and former member of the Republican Town Committee. He is survived by his father Nicholas Cianci Sr. and his wife Maud of Vero Beach, FL; his fiancee Lucy Cocozza; a son Richard M. Cianci Jr. and his wife Christy; a daughter Christina G. Cianci and her fiance Christopher Anderson all of Southington; two brothers Kenneth Cianci and his wife Jackie of Cheshire, Nicholas Cianci Jr. and his wife Norma of Meriden; two sisters, Regina Bogdan and her husband Roger of Farmington, and Harriett Cianci of New Britain; his aunt Mary Baxley, a lifelong friend Peter Slater; his former wife Gail Cianci-Hagman; a nephew and godson Adam Anderson and several nieces and nephews and his loving dog Nippy. He was a loving father devoted family, and loyal friend who will be greatly missed. He was predeceased by a brother David Cianci A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at St Mary's Cemetery in New Britain. Calling hours will be TODAY from 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flower donations may be made in his memory to American Red Cross, 45 Russell St. New Britain CT. 06052
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Cianci
Cheri Olander-Kostek
April 13, 2005
To Gail and her children
How sad I was to hear of Richard's passing. I have not been in the area for many years, but still remember family gatherings with Richard and his family. My heart felt condolences to Gail and Richard Jr. and Christina.
Elaine DeSorbo Chandler
April 6, 2005
Dear Cianci Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss and pray that you all find comfort in knowing that he is in a better place.
Sincerely,
Elaine DeSorbo Chandler
Elizabeth (Ely) BoriaCross
April 1, 2005
It was a great pleasure knowing and working with Rich. He will truly be missed. You and your family are in my prayers. God will guide you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Ely Boria-Cross and Family
Taryn Meccariello
April 1, 2005
Tina,
I'm so sorry to read about the loss of your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
-Taryn
Cyndi Sloan
April 1, 2005
To the Cianci Family, I am so sorry for your loss. The Sloan family sends there greatest symphathy and hope that you find peace soon. Its a tragidy to loss someone so quickly. I hope time will be gentle to you and your family and friends.
The Sloan family.
Lana Ogrodnik
March 31, 2005
My sincere thoughts and sympathies to all who suffer with the loss of Richard. He was my buddy on State Central and a good friend. I will miss him.
Margie Heap
March 30, 2005
Lucy and the Cianci Family,
My heartfelt sympathy on your loss. Rich was always charming and pleasant when he was at DPW and an asset to the Republican party. He will be missed by many.
Sarah Fletcher
March 30, 2005
Dear Tina,
I am so sorry for the sudden loss of your father. My family and I are thinking of you during this difficult time. Please know that I will keep you in my heart and will be thinking of you always.
xoxo
Love, Sarah
John Hagglund
March 29, 2005
Lucy - My deepest sympathy for you and Rich's family.
Vanessa L. Wimberly
March 29, 2005
My condolences and prayers to the Cianci Family. It was such a pleasure knowing and working with Richard. May God bless and comfort you at this time of greiving. Love Vanessa
Sandy Whitman
March 29, 2005
I was so sorry to hear of Richard's death.
My thoughts are with the whole family and his many friends.
Sandy
Keith Sleeper
March 29, 2005
It is such a shock to learn of your loss. I have nothing but good memories of Richard. My deepest sympathies.
Lucille (Bonaiuto) Hotton
March 29, 2005
To Nick & family,
How very sad to hear the news of your son. I never met Richard but can only imagine how terrible the loss is.We haven't been in touch over the years as much as we would have liked but we do remember the closeness of our families in the New Britain days.Please know that you are in our thoughts.
Love, Lucille
Philip Veneziano
March 29, 2005
It is a shock to have received this sad news. It was a pleasure to see Richard a few years ago when he visited Tucson. Diane and I send our love and condolences to everyone. Our hearts are with you.
Cousin Philip & Diane Veneziano
Luis Rosa
March 29, 2005
My deepest sympathy to the Cianci Family on your great lose. May God Bless the family of Richard Cianci Sr. during this very difficult time.
Brenda (Whitehead)Taylor
March 29, 2005
To the Cianci Family, may you have peace and comfort at this time of your loss I will keep you all in my prays.
Jen Crispino
March 29, 2005
Tina and Gail - I am so sorry for your loss.
JenG (from Gnazzo's)
Evelyn Cianci
March 29, 2005
My deepest sympathy.
Bruce Parsons
March 29, 2005
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I know how you feel. It was a total shock to all of us. He was a great person and I enjoyed working with him in the department of housing. He will be sadly missed. Your thoughts are in my heart. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Bruce
Janice Dowsett Potter
March 29, 2005
Harriet:
Richard's passing is too sudden, too soon. I am so sorry for your loss. I have many memories of Richard as you and I grew up together! May your memories and the support of family and friends bring you some measure of peace.
Love,
Jan
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