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Michael Cifelli Obituary
November 26, 1934 - July 14, 2025
Michael Cifelli Jr., 90, passed away peacefully at his residence on July 14, 2025, following a brief illness. A beloved father, grandfather and friend, Michael touched countless lives. Although he called Dogwood Terrace home for only a year, his outgoing nature quickly earned him the affection of many new friends.
Michael, "Papa" was born November 24,1934, in Chesterfield County. The son of Michael Cifelli Sr. and Laura Painter Cifelli. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Patricia Ancheff Cifelli; his brother, Fred Cifelli; and his sister, Anne Cifelli Bledsoe.
He is survived by his daughter, Susan Davenport; son-in-law, Robert Davenport; his granddaughters, Cassandra and Gabrielle Davenport; sister, Laura Cifelli Broaddus; and many nieces and nephews. Michael was a graduate of Thomas Dale high school class of 1952 and kept in touch with classmates until the time of his death. He served in the United States Army and attended the College of William and Mary.
Michael started working with computers in the banking industry in the1970's. Later in life he retired from his IT job at VCU.
Papa loved his granddaughters, playing poker and chair volleyball, baked spaghetti and pecan pie. He was an avid reader and a fan of the Washington Commanders and William and Mary football.
A celebration of life will be held on August 2, 2025, 12 to 3 p.m., at The Place at Innsbrook.
In lieu of flowers, a contribution can be made to the Football Excellence fund at William and Mary.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Ann Hammerly
July 20, 2025
My sympathies to Laura, Alex, Craig and all of Mikes family.
Jan Belote
July 20, 2025
My deepest sympathy to the family. Enjoyed my visits with Mike and all his stories.
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