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Salvatore
Born: 04/18/1911
Died: 07/09/2008
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Salvatore "Al" Cirigliano

Cirigliano, Salvatore “Al” age 97 of the Kemah Lake section of Hampton Twp., died peacefully at home on Wednesday July 9th, 2008 with his daughters by his side. Born in Bayonne, he had resided many years in West New York, NJ until moving to Sussex County, NJ in 1954.       Son of the late Andrea and Maria (Violante) Cirigliano, Al was a professional Painter and Designer. Self employed for many years throughout the Sussex County Area, Mr. Cirigliano was a well known and respected craftsman. After his retirement he began using his talents painting exquisite birdhouses and garden ornaments, many of which are displayed in gardens around the country.       Al was an avid hunter, fisherman and gardener who loved the wild life and natural beauty of Sussex County. A loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, sibling and friend Al will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Pre deceased by his wife of fifty years, Geraldine (McLinden) in 2000, he was also pre deceased by his brothers Sam, Peter, Frank and Joseph Cirigliano.

      Survivors include his daughters Lisa and husband Nicholas Arbolino of Stillwater Twp., and Susan Cirigliano of New York, NY. Also survived by his brother James Cirigliano of Ohio as well as his grandchildren Rachel Pallis, Lauren and husband T.J. Huffman, Brad Yucius, Maritza and Szoke Schaeffer, his great grandchildren Rowan and Jack Pallis and Olivia and Brody Huffman as well as many nieces, nephews and dear friends, especially Linda Phillips of Branchville, NJ.

    Visitation will be held Sunday, July 13, 2008 at the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. (Rt. 206) Newton from 2-4 and 7-8:30 PM.  Immediately following will be a Memorial/Funeral Service starting at 8:30 PM.  Entombment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Karen Ann Quinlan Center of Hope hospice #99 Sparta Ave. Newton, NJ 07860.
 
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My sincere condolences to Lisa and Susie and their respective families. Your Dad was "neat" man as I got to know him over the past few years on my trips back to Kemah Lake. I will forever remember the stories he would tell of sneaking into Yankee games as a young lad or the 25 cent ticket prices when he did have to pay. As I sit in my backyard with my cup of coffee and look at the many birdhouses and elves he painted for me, I will always have wonderful thoughts of our chats we had when I walked next door from Jean's house to visit him. As the many Rose of Sharons continue to grow, I will always think back to when your Dad and I would dig them up in his yard, when they were just little trees, for me to bring back to Green Bay. Thank you, Mr. Cirigliano, for all those great stories and the memories. A little bit of you will always be here in my backyard. Bob Prall Green Bay, Wisconsin
Bob Prall
I new Al from my infancy. He was always a very caring and giving individual. He always took the time out of his day to say hello and have a chat. He regularly visited my Grandmother, Olga Balkau, and the two looked out for each other. He would send over veggies to her house from his garden and she would share the news with him. He will be sorely missed by all. I send my love to his family, and send the thought that now he and Geraldine are reunited for eternity.
Patsy Wagner
Dear Lisa, Susi, and family: Words cannot express how sorry we are to learn of your Dad's passing. We would see him "out and about" and admired his vitality. He was always proud of his girls and we are sure you must find comfort in that fact. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jay and Mary Jane Westra
Mary Jane Westra
Lisa and Susie it has been almost 15 years since I last saw you and your families and would never forget you, especially at this important time in your lives. I just want to offer my heart felt condolences to you and yours. Your Dad always made me laugh and was a really great guy. That can be also seen by the two wonderful daughters he raised to carry on his legacy. I will be sure to honor your request to make a memorial in his name to the KAQ Center. All my Love to you Ed Fransen Roaring Creek, Pa.
Ed Fransen
We wish to send you out deepest sympathies in the passing of your father. We will always remember him having Sunday breakfast with you(we are there each Sunday). He would always smile and say hello as you all left. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Marilyn and Melissa Fox (from 5 Star Diner)
Marilyn and Melissa Fox
I will miss having chats with Al about family, gardening, what airport jets flying overhead were from. We would get into arguments about the jets. He would always say they were coming from Boston most of the time. He loved whenever I brought him a traditional Italian dish, or just shared a meal in general and the occasional sweet treat. About a couple of months ago the power went out and I made spaghetti on my gas stove for him and my other neighbor as they were all electric. As soon as I finished cooking, the power came back on, but we all got to eat a hot meal that night. He gave me many a birdhouse and painted a couple of gourds for me which I will cherish and remember him always. I look over across the street and think I will see him sitting on the front lawn and waiting for him to show me his garden. I will miss him dearly. Ti amo e manchilo Salvatore. Il dio lo benedice.
Janice Wendlocher
I met Al in 1986 when I moved to Kemah Lake. I would be outside my home doing something & he would always stop by to chat & maybe give me some advice on what I was working on. He made me feel so very welcome to the small community at kemah. Later I had moved to Stillwater but still had the house at kemah & would still see Al. I had the privalge of getting to know him. He was a GREAT storyteller. I loved to hear his stories of the past. After being away from kemah I moved back some 10 yrs later & got to know Al even more. I can say he will be always remembered as a truly nice & honest person whom I will always remember & miss. He was a quiet man who had much knowledge who I loved to listen to. He has a lovely family and I'm sure that they are because he was, is,& will always be a truly special person who will be missed by many.
Thomas Randall
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