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Anthony "Jay" Caniglia
1956 - 2019
Anthony "Jay" Caniglia
1956 - 2019
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Anthony Caniglia Obituary
Jay was born in Warwick on September 3, 1956 to Antonio "Tony C" Caniglia and the late Jean D. (McPeak) Healey. He is also the grandson of Evelyn and Wilfred McPeak and Marion and Pat Caniglia. He adored his late cousin Denise Ullrich.
Jay was a 1974 graduate of West Warwick High School and served in the US Coast Guard until1980. He attended CCRI and U Mass Amherst to study his love of history. He was a machine operator for 25 years at SWM in Greenfield, MA. Jay is an avid fan of The Grateful Dead; he enjoyed sharing his love of music. He was also a fan of the Boston Red Sox, he attend the 1967 World Series when he was 11 years old.
In addition to his wife Kitty, Jay leaves their Daughter Adrienne Caniglia, Grand Daughter Laila Caniglia-Sing, he also leaves three step Children Brian Breen and his children Gage and Ashley. Ronnie Breen, Michelle Bigelow and her husband Andy and their two children Lillian and Jacob and his 4 sisters Mary Ellen Caniglia, Amy Canario, Lyn Corpus and Margaret Caniglia and their families
A celebration of his life will be Saturday December 28, 2019 from 1-4pm at Georges of Galilee, (over looking his favorite RI spot Jerusalem). 250 Sand Hill Cove Road Galilee, RI to which relatives and friends are invited. In lien of flowers donations may be made The American Stroke Foundation online at americanstroke.org.
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Ken Banyas
January 1, 2024
I served with Jay in the Coast Guard on the USCGC Northwind c. 1975 - 1978. Jay was a radarman, I was a quartermaster. Skip Page (comment below) was our shipmate. In late 1975 Northwind was in a Baltimore shipyard getting some major enlisted berthing rehab done. CG put us all up in a motel. Jay and I shared a room for I think about a month. Belated condolences.
Skip Page
November 30, 2022
I too was searching for an old friend. So sad to have learned of his passing. My sincerest condolences to the Family. I was on an Ice Breaker with Jay in the Coast Guard back in the 1970´s and about 5 or 6 years back had the pleasure of seeing him again for lunch in North Hampton. It brought back some fond memories. Rest In Peace my Brother, we have the watch.
Robert Sprague
July 25, 2022
Just searched for an old friend, and found this. Sorry for your loss. Jay and I were in the Coast Guard together for a few years on both coasts. He showed me how to clam the beaches in RI with a pitchfork, and after we moved the ship to California, I brought him to my folks home in Arizona a couple of times. It was so hot that we didn't get out of the pool. He was a fun, genuine guy, and I enjoyed serving with him.
Steven Hamel
December 24, 2019
So sorry for your loss I worked with jay at caldors
and I also worked with him at jp Stevens. He was a good friend and will be missed by many RIP jay.
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Jim White
December 21, 2019
I worked with Jay while I was on the night shift his friendship was special to me because of his genuine personality. His knowledge of music was far more in depth of anyone I've ever met ..I think what I'll remember him most is his laugh , and that Hugh white beard sticking out of his beard net ..so long my friend
Lori Martin
December 20, 2019
My deepest sympathies to all of Jay's family. I am thinking of and praying for you during this very difficult time. RIP Jay. Me too
Those We Love Don't Go Away
Brian R Boyle
December 19, 2019
Dear Kitty, I am very sad to her that Jay passed away. I Will Keep All Of You In My Thoughts and Prayers.
Robert Liston
December 19, 2019
My heartfelt condolences to Jay's family. I worked with Jay for many years, starting at Stevens and then here at SWM. Know that my prayers go out to you and your family and that Jay will always be remembered fondly.
Robbyn Scott
December 18, 2019
My deepest sympathy to Jay's family. I worked with him at Stevens. He was an absolute wonderful person. I will remember him fondly.
Lori Martin
December 16, 2019
Lyn and family, I am so sorry to hear of Jay's passing. I will continue to keep Jay and all of you in my thoughts and prayers, during this very difficult time. May Jay
Rest in Eternal Peace. Me too.
JOCELYN GRAHAM
December 16, 2019
Maryellen and Lea, So sorry to hear off your brother and uncle passing . Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time .
Donna & Dan Breen
December 16, 2019
Dear Kitty and family, we were so sorry to hear of Jay's passing. Sending our healing thoughts and prayers.
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