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Michael Cipriani Obituary

Cipriani, Michael C. TROY, N.Y. Michael C. Cipriani, 40, of Madison Avenue, entered into eternal life while in the loving comfort and care of his family on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Born in Troy, he is the loving son of Carl M. "Chip" and Susann E. "Sue" Patti Cipriani of Troy and was a graduate of Troy High School. Beloved husband of Michelle L. Jackson Cipriani for 16 years; devoted father of Michael C. Cipriani Jr. and Derrick M. Cipriani, both of Troy; dear brother of Anthony (Lizabeth) Cipriani of Troy and David (Tracy) Cipriani of Loudonville; son-in-law of Mike and Kathy Jackson (DeLaMater) of Troy; brother-in-law of Jennifer (Brian) Pryor and Robyn (Bill) Ross, all of Troy; also survived by several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Mike was employed for 22 years at Steel Krafts Building Materials and Hardware in Troy where he had been an architectural hardware consultant. He was a wonderful father and loved his sons, Michael and Derrick more than anything. He was a loyal and dedicated husband to Michelle as well as being her best friend. Mike enjoyed camping, skiing and playing video games with his sons. He was an avid Denver Broncos fan. Michael's family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the physicians, nurses and staff at both St. Mary's Hospital and Albany Medical Center and last and most of all to Dr.'s Susan Weaver and Charles Weissman for their loving care and support which was provided to Michael at all times. Please join the family at Michael's funeral Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Shrine Church, 28 State Street, Troy, where Rev. Mario Julian, pastor, will officiate. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the John J. Sanvidge Funeral Home, Inc., (corner of 115th Street and Fourth Avenue) in Lansingburgh on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment will be held in Albany Rural Cemetery, Menands. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the "Michael C. Cipriani Fund" to benefit his sons and sent to PCEFCU, 404 Princetown Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306 or to the Leukemia Lymphoma Society of America, Upstate NY Chapter, 6 Automation Ln., Albany, NY 12206, in memory of Michael C. Cipriani.

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Published by Albany Times Union from May 21 to May 22, 2009.

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Frances Bilous

June 9, 2009

Michelle, My sincere sympathy to your family. Remember that although your husband passed on, he is now an angel that will guide and protect your family. I remember how excited you were when you and your husband brought your first pop-up camper with your parents. God Bless you and your family. I hope you continue to find strength in all of your memories together.

Tim Ryan

May 28, 2009

To all of Mike's family, my heart ached to hear of your great loss. How sad it is to lose a son, a father and a husband. The Cipriani family has always held a special place in my memories, for they were there for me when I was a child. I never got to thank YOU until now. My prayers and thoughts go out to all, especially Mike's boys.

Julie Buehler-Cardone

May 27, 2009

Chip, Sue, Tony, Dave and Family-

I am sorry sorry to hear the loss of Mike. I remember him from camping with you guys at Riverside Pines years ago. I will pray for you all. Remember that Mike is looking down on you all. God Bless!

John Debboli

May 27, 2009

Chip and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss, please accept my deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow. I and my family will keep you and yours in our prayers.

Adrienne Yamin -Tricozzi

May 26, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. The Cipriani boys are well known and well liked by the Yamin Family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Kimberly Springer-Schultheis

May 26, 2009

Michelle and family, I am so, so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your boys.

Dawna (Deegan)Leung

May 24, 2009

I was deeply saddened when I heard the news. When I think of your family it is only of happy memories. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Barbara Harding

May 24, 2009

Chip,Sue,Tony,David and family

Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you .Take Care and God Bless
Earl and Barbara (Montreal)

Janet (Buehler)Kennedy

May 24, 2009

Dear Chip,Sue,Tony& David

My deepest sympathy to you all.My thoughts and prayers are with you..

Joan Whiteley

May 24, 2009

Dear Chip and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My deepest and sincere sympathy to you all. I can still remember when Herb and I chuckled about "this kid" going into our "specialty" finish hardware. He became such an expert, and was respected by all. My prayers and love are with you. Joan

Holly Light-Cline

May 23, 2009

To the Ciprani Families
My deepest sympathy for the loss of Michael. Take comfort in every memory you have. My thoughts and prayers are with your family!

Denny, Jennifer and Lorraine Stone

May 22, 2009

To Chip and the Cipriani Family

Please accept our deepest sympathies in this most difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers

May 22, 2009

To the Cipriani family,
Our condolences to all of you. You're in our thoughts.
Kiki (Christine), Jarred & Sara

May 22, 2009

To the Cipriani Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kim, Barry & Austin Magill
Bunny & Gerald Magill

Paul Patti

May 22, 2009

Sue, Chip and family,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. I hear that Michael was real nice and was a sincere family man. I wish that I could have known him better. My prayers are with you and to his family.

Rich Bodane

May 22, 2009

Chip, Sue & Family
What a terrible loss. My thoughts are with you.

Mary Kruger

May 22, 2009

Michelle and Family,
I am so very,very sorry for your loss. Words cannot express what I feel for you and the boys. Please know that I am available at anytime for you. You all will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Maria Fuda

May 22, 2009

Mark and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.

Paula Hanlon

May 22, 2009

Sue, Chip and family,

We are so sorry for your loss. You always spoke so fondly of your family, including Michael. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Paula (Bergmann) and Dan Hanlon

Steve Lisosky

May 22, 2009

Dear Chip,Sue & Tony,

Sorry to hear the sad news. My thoughts and sorrow are with you.

Bill Bowdren

May 22, 2009

To the Cipriani family,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Mike was a wonderful guy and we were privileged to have worked with him for many years. His cheerful outlook and easy manner will be sorely missed. He was truly one of the best in the business ~ Sandy, Beth, Sue, Steve, Russ, Bill and all of his friends at Marshfield DoorSystems

Brenda Magill

May 22, 2009

To The Cipriani Family
God has taken you away from us,
And taken you to rest,
It's not for us to understand,
He only takes the best.
You are all in our hearts & thoughts & prayers.
Love,Brenda(Magill),Jim,Cassidy & Cody Swetland

Julie Cheney

May 22, 2009

Dave & Tracey,

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Peace be with you and your family.

John Morelli

May 22, 2009

Chip, Sue, Tony, David and family,
I'm so very sorry to hear about Mike. I'm sorry for your loss, and all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Betsy Harrison

May 22, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Tammy Kot-Glasheen

May 22, 2009

Dear Tracy and Dave,
In this time of grieving, it may be good to pause in some quiet place and let your mind be still. Consider the treasure of memories that you and your loved one created together.
Then, little by little, begin to know, deep in your heart, that the promise of God will someday be fulfilled. You and your loved one will meet again, as surely as day follows night, as sure as spring comes after winter.
With much love,

Mark Desgroseilliers

May 22, 2009

Chip, Sue, Michelle & family

My deepest sympathies for your loss. Michael was a good man and will be missed. Take comfort in knowing he lives on through memories and his two boys.

Kathleen Light

May 22, 2009

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Kathy Light and Family

dottie patti

May 21, 2009

sue i am so sorry to here of the loss of your son.you are in my thoughts & prayers.
aunt dottie lakeland, fl.

Katie Fuller

May 21, 2009

Dave, Tracy and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. All of you remain in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Fondly, Katie (Carroll) Fuller and family

Chuck Stewart

May 21, 2009

To the Cipriani Family
Please accept my sincere condolences. We, at CECO, thought highly of Mike. He will be sorely missed.

Jeffrey Cintula

May 21, 2009

Michael and Derrick,

I have been doing business with your Dad for almost 20 years. I could always count on your Dad to not only do a great job for me, but to get me out of a jamb as well. Although you never heard of me, I along with several others in the building construction business, had a tremendous amount of respect for Mike and his knowledge of his business. I will miss him greatly and my heart and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Your Dad was one of the "good guys" in a very tough business.

May 21, 2009

Michelle and family,
I am truly sorry for your great loss.
Lara DeLaMater

John Martin

May 21, 2009

To my friend Tony:
Words can't express how sorry I'am over Mike's passing he was a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you, call me if you need anything.

Lisa Badolato-Allen

May 21, 2009

To the Cipriani Family

I went to school with Mike and i am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy at this difficult time.

Barry & Kim Pryor

May 21, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. He will be missed by all. Michelle, if you need anything, please let us know.

Rick Premo

May 21, 2009

To the Cipriani family:
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. With heartfelt sympathy,
Kim, Rick and Brendan Premo (BSC U10)

Sarah Yonkers

May 21, 2009

Mark and Family:

May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Brooke Vanier

May 21, 2009

David-

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Denise Boncaro

May 21, 2009

To David and Tracy and the Cipriani family:

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.

Paul, Denise, Danielle

Cheryl Desgroseilliers

May 21, 2009

Michelle,Chip,Sue & family:
Our deepest sympathy to you all.
Take comfort in all the good memories.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, Allan & Cheryl Desgroseilliers

Lynn Carlough

May 21, 2009

We are both deeply saddened by this unexpected news.

We've known Mike for a long,long time and worked with him on a good majority of our projects.

Mike's good humor & attention to detail, made most of the projects worth being on.

The door and hardware industry has lost one of it's best.

We will miss him and wish his family well.

Lynn & Jerry Carlough
JC Construction Services

May 21, 2009

Sue and family: I know how close you all were! I am saddened to hear of Michael's passing. I am SO sorry and my heart is breaking for you. It is a terrible loss to lose a loved one and so unfair. Keep those memories alive and always think of something about him to make you smile. God bless you and your family. Love Theresa, Gary and Randy Bohley

Bonnie Moffre

May 21, 2009

Sue,Chippy & Family

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Michael's death. We are here to support you if you need anything. With Sincere sympathy.
Love Bonnie & Denny

Jason Peyser

May 21, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to Michelle, Michael and Derrick. I will sadly miss seeing Mike's happy personality each and every morning at Steel Krafts. He will be greatly missed.

Melissa McBride

May 21, 2009

We had a bunch of good times up at camp. me and the whole family. We love you so much. Michael and Derk i love you and wish the best of luck to your family. We will definetly see each other up at camp and i just wanted to wish the whole family best of luck! =]

Amie Thorsey

May 21, 2009

Michelle,Michael & Derrick-
I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was a great man and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. If you need anything please let me know.

Christina McBride

May 21, 2009

I love you guys, Mike, Derrick, Kim and Nick. Mike was a great dad and uncle and a great family/friend to us. Love you all. ~Nina

Mimi McBride

May 21, 2009

Michelle, Mike, Derrick, Sue, Chippy, David, Tony, Nick and Kim and the rest of the family: We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to all of you. We pray the you find strength to get through these most difficult days ahead. We will see you soon. Mimi and Leon

Anthony & Sandra Cipollo

May 21, 2009

I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family.

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