Joseph Anthony "Joe" Cianni

Joseph Anthony Romeo Cianni, known affectionately as Joe or Giuseppe, passed away on July 21, 2024, at the age of 79, in Brewster, New York. Born on October 10, 1944, in the Bronx, New York, Joe brought joy and laughter into the lives of all those around him.

Joe attended St. Martin of Tours (calling it St. Marvin of Tortures because it made him laugh) for his primary education, followed by Cardinal Hayes High School. He later graduated from Fordham University, magna cum laude, with a degree in English.

He began working at 18 years old, to support his mother, in the mailroom at CBS Television, alongside none other than: Barry Manilow. He retired at 62, ending his long career as a night and weekend manager of Broadcast Control for CBS Television.

Joe was renowned for his wit and intelligence, often described as very funny, silly, warm, and incredibly smart. He was an expert at giving directions to The Decoy Museum in Havre de Grace, MD, made the world's best lasagna, and thoroughly enjoyed being an extra in his daughter's childhood homemade movies. He loved fishing, be it in the ponds of Boca Raton, FL or on the beaches of North Carolina - never without his trusty Sperry Topsiders. His hobbies included being a lifelong Yankees fan, reading endless books on history, listening to the Beatles, and pursuing his passion for flying gliders and sailplanes.

He is survived by his son, Thomas Cianni; daughter, Caroline Cianni; daughter-in-law, Kristen Kelley Cianni; son-in-law, Michael Newbold; grandchildren, Cameron Cianni, Samantha Cianni, Hannah Newbold, and Tommy Newbold; nieces Diane Ernst, Linda Muscarella, Amy Fabano, Laura Rivera, Celeste Kane; and nephew, Paul DiPasqua. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Luigi Cianni and Maria Liguori; sister, Anne DiPasqua; and brother-in-law, Al DiPasqua. His former wife, Anne Ashburn Cianni, also survives him.

A private memorial lunch will be held to celebrate Joe's life. Those interested in attending are encouraged to contact the family directly for details. Anne Ashburn Cianni can be reached through Facebook Messenger.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness of New York State: https://naminys.networkforgood.com/projects/192907-nami-new-york-state. This gesture will honor his legacy by supporting a cause his family deeply cares about.