Obituary of Ernie Cianfarani
A resident of Chatham, Ennio (Ernie) Cianfarani passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Riverview Gardens Nursing Home with his granddaughter, Queianna, by his side.
Ernie will forever be missed by his wife, Sook-Hee Park (nee Lee), his son Richard Cianfarani, & his daughter Anna Cianfarani.
Grandpa of Queianna.
Predeceased by his sister, Gina Scenna.
Brother of Emilia Morson (Severino) and brother-in-law, Tony Scenna.
Missed by many nieces & nephews.
Ernie worked as a Real Estate Agent for many years. After retirement, he managed Ann's Convenience & Ann's Tobacco. Ernie was a cigar aficionado and lover of arts. He enjoyed golfing, playing snooker and watching sports especially soccer and baseball. Ernie will missed deeply by his family and friends.
Family to receive friends at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Sunday, April 28, 2024 from 12:00 pm until a Funeral Liturgy at 1:00 pm. Visitation will continue Sunday evening at the Funeral Home from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Cremation to follow.
In memory of Ernie, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society of Chatham-Kent.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street,
Chatham
519 351 2040
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