Anthony F. Ciarfello Sr.

Anthony F. Ciarfello, 76, passed away on October 28th, 2026 at St. Peter’s Hospital.

He was born in Rensselaer to the late Frank and Claudia Ciarfello.

He was a loving husband, a devoted father, grandfather and great grandfather. His favorite time of the year was Thanksgiving and keeping the tradition of making his mother’s stuffing going. Christmas with the family was a special time, being surrounded by his children and grandchildren.

Anthony was proud of being a volunteer fireman, serving from 1974-1980. He was a fan of the Yankees, and a lover of food especially pizza, wings, meatballs and fish fry.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his son Anthony F. Ciarfello Jr, and sister Gina (Bill) Praisner.

Anthony is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Maureen, children Gina Knight, Kevin (Dawn) Ciarfello, Timothy (Melinda) Ciarfello, Jeffrey (Addison) Ciarfello, Kimberly (Ray) Ciarfello, grandchildren Leanna, Emily, Ryan, Josh, Raelyn, Justin, Janella, Liam and his great grandson Lucas. He is also survived by his siblings Charlene (John) Luizzi, Claudia (Dan) Ramundo, Marygrace (Ray) Jones, Francine Ciarfello (Mike Love), Frank J. Ciarfello, Jodene (Dave) Truax and several nieces and nephews.

Anthony always had a brightness to him, he will be greatly missed.

It’s never goodbye though, it’s I will see you again.