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1971
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2021
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R. Ciociola Obituary
On June 19th, 2021, Tony Ciociola, passed away at his home with his wife by his side. Born in New Haven, CT on May 21, 1971, Tony was the husband of Christina M. Ciociola and devoted father to Reese Anne Ciociola. He is survived by his mother Barbara Lipsett Ciociola, brother Marc (Lisa), and in-laws Joseph and Barbara Mascari. Tony is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his father Robert Alan Ciociola.
Born and raised in New Haven, Tony started his career as a New Haven Firefighter in the Hill section of New Haven on Engine 11 in the same neighborhood where his grandparents lived when they started their life in New Haven. He retired as the driver of Truck 3 in Fairhaven. Throughout his career he received numerous qualifications and unit citations for his training and performance on the job. He was one of thousands of firefighters who went to New York City to assist in the search and rescue efforts in the aftermath of 9/11. Prior to his retirement Tony loved the work of firefighting and enjoyed the camaraderie and brotherhood of the firehouse.
Tony attended Saint Bernadette School in Morris Cove and is a graduate of Notre Dame High School in West Haven where he lettered in football and track. He attended Hebron Academy in Maine where he was on the football and wrestling teams and attended Northeastern University. He was an avid cook and enjoyed spending time boating, fishing and scuba diving. Tony was a member of Indian Neck Yacht Club and proud to be a 32nd Degree Freemason belonging to Wooster Lodge # 79 in New Haven. Above all else being a father to Reese brought him the greatest joy in life. He will be remembered as a kind, loyal, loving and fun husband, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Family and friends are invited to go directly to St. Bernadette Church in St.Pio of Pietrlcina Parish, 385 Townsend Ave., New Haven on Thursday, June 24th to attend a Mass of Chirstian Burial at 11 a.m. There are no visiting hours. Please omit flowers. MARESCA & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Chapel St., is in charge of arrangements. Offer condolences at marescafuneralhome.com
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Caprice Taylor
July 8, 2021
Christina and Reese, So sorry
for your loss. May your your hearts' grief be lifted over time ever closer to the profound love and honor your beloved felt in having you as family. May you feel the profound love for eternity.
Buzzy Cavaliere
June 25, 2021
So sorry for your loss. May Your son Rest In Peace. God Bless you.
marylou carr
June 25, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Greg Robbins
June 24, 2021
My thoughts & prayers are with the entire Ciociola family. Tony was a kind and giving person. I'm blessed to have known him. God bless
Fahd Vahidy
June 24, 2021
Christina - I'm so sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill & Carole Ruotolo
June 23, 2021
Our sincere condolences go out to the Ciociola Family.
Philip and Ann Marie Craven
June 23, 2021
Our condolences to the Ciociola Family. May you Rest In Peace.
Lynne Alfano
June 23, 2021
My condolences to the Ciociola family on the loss of your loved one. May all good memories bring smiles in the days ahead
Ralph Dogolo
June 23, 2021
Dear Marc and Barbara, I am deeply saddened to hear the terrible news of Tony passing, my heart and prayers will be with you.
Logan Roddy
June 23, 2021
Christina, I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Rebecca Becky Ford
June 23, 2021
My deepest and sincere condolences to all the Ciociola families. Barbara, so very, very sorry, I remember our talks at work about your sons, how proud you were of Tony and Marc.
Wayne Wisneski, ND Class of '90
June 23, 2021
Deepest sympathy to Tony's family during this time of grief. I recall fondly our time together @ ND, seems like yesterday. Tony was a good man and he departed this life much to early. God Bless.
Ted Fretel
June 22, 2021
I will miss you my friend. One of a kind and such a great guy. Rest In Peace Big T.
David D'Ambrosia
June 22, 2021
I loved Tony like my own brother, what a great man, always there for me. I will never forget him.
DD
Anthony lorello
June 22, 2021
To Tony's family.. I'm so very sorry for your loss.. Words cannot describe it.. I will always cherish all the great memories and great times with him.. God bless
Anthony lorello
June 22, 2021
To Tony's family.. I'm so very sorry for your loss.. Words cannot describe it.. I will always cherish all the great memories and great times with him... God bless
Anthony lorello
June 22, 2021
To Tony's family.. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Words cannot describe it.. I will always cherish all the great memories and great times with him.. God bless
Josh Kroop
June 22, 2021
I´m so very sorry.
Lee Cruz
June 22, 2021
Christina,
We pray that the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lee, Sarah, Pablo and Mateo
Annette Fico
June 22, 2021
Christina & family....
Please accept my sincerest condolences...
Annette Fico
John Gibbons
June 21, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget his sense of humor and great smile in my classroom.
Paul T. Vercillo
June 21, 2021
Dear Brother, May the Divine Architect of the Universe receive you with Loving Kindness. So Mode It Be.
Neil Sullivan
June 21, 2021
My deepest condolences go to Tony´s family. May he Rest In Peace knowing how loved he was and is. St. Bernadettes, Morris Cove and NHFD lost a gem too early. Christina and Marc, I will pray for strength for you both.
Jose vargas
June 21, 2021
Deepest condolences to you and your family.
Linda Balzano
June 21, 2021
To The Ciociola Family
so sorry for the loss of Tony.Rob loved him so much,my prayers are with the family, GOD BLESS
Fred & Heather Russo
June 21, 2021
Christina I am very sorry for your loss my deepest condolences to you and your family.
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