Search by Name

Search by Name

Joseph Ciafullo Obituary

Joseph A. Ciafullo, Jr., 86, Lee's Summit, MO, passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2005, at Research Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Monday, April 11, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Raytown, MO; burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City, MO. Friends may call 5:307:30 p.m. Sunday, April 10, at Langsford Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School or the American Cancer Society. Mr. Ciafullo was born August 25, 1918, in Bayonne, NJ. Joseph was a WWII Veteran, serving in Europe. He was employed 20 years at Western Electric, retiring in 1981. He was a member of the American Legion, American Bowling Congress, and the Joe Davis League at Summit Lanes, Senior Golf League, and Telephone Pioneers. Mr. Ciafullo was preceded in death by his first wife, Kay Ciafullo. Survivors include his wife, Donna, of the home; sons, Michael and fiancee, Nancy, Stephen, Scott and wife, Peggy, Craig and wife, Angie; 11 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Joan Burnitske, Bayonne, NJ; and several nieces and nephews plus a multitude of friends. (Arr: Langsford Funeral Home, 115 SW 3rd St., Lee's Summit, M, 816524-3700)

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Kansas City Star from Apr. 9 to Apr. 10, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Ciafullo

Not sure what to say?





6 Entries

LaDon Dial

April 19, 2005

My condolences to you and your family.

Norm Maloney

April 10, 2005

Just got in and saw this message from Glen Taylor. Sorry Donna to hear this but I knew Joe was having health problems. I enjoyed working with Joe at W E. I know you will miss him. Norm

J. Gattermeir

April 10, 2005

Donna, Eileen and I will miss seeing you and Joe at all our Lee's Summit lunch spots. I was so glad I got to say hi to you both at Miss Kitty's this last Monday. I'm glad you had some good years together. Joe was a great guy.

Jenny Courville

April 10, 2005

I taught with Joe's son, Scott Ciafullo for several years at North Rock Creek Korte. Scott would always have funny stories to tell about his father. After hearing these stories, I would always ask, "Now how old is your dad?" He really seemed to live each day to its fullest. I met Joe at one of Dylan's baseball games. He was the coach, and you could tell how much he loved and encouraged his grandchildren. Please know that your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Mary Throneberry

April 9, 2005

My heart is filled with sorrow for the whole family. I have never met a sweeter man. Joe was kind, considerate, and loving to all people no matter who they were. My family & I loved Joe with all our hearts. My heart will always have a empty spot in it from missing a man who brought me so much happiness. I loved him like the Grandfather I never had.

Pat Graf

April 9, 2005

Joe will be missed by all and my thoughts and prayers go to his immediate family. I remember with fondness the years the Ciafullo family lived across the street. Death always closes a chapter in our lives and we must go on. Joe's response to others was always warm and will be missed.

Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results

Make a Donation
in Joseph Ciafullo's name

Memorial Events
for Joseph Ciafullo

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Joseph's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Joseph Ciafullo's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more