Obituary of Giovanni Ciro

Giovanni Ciro, retired owner of Giovanni's Deli in Sea Isle City and previously in Vineland, died early morning June 6, 2019, peacefully with his family by his side, at the age of 84. Giovanni was born in Partanna, a town in Sicilly, in 1935. He served in the Italian military service for 2 years. He visited America when he was 27 years old, unexpectedly met and fell in love with Lorraine Mistretta, married and built a life in America. Giovanni was known for his very witty personality, wonderful love for his family, tremendous work ethic, grace and generosity, pristine appearance and of course his delicious food. . Giovanni is survived by his wife of 54 years (Lorraine), his sons (Anthony and Vincent), daughters in law (Jeanette and Maria), his grandsons (Dominick, David and Giovanni), his sisters in Italy (Lilla Savatteri and Fila Triolo), sister in law (Giovanna Ciro) and his brother and sister in law (Charles and Eddie Mistretta). He is predeceased by his brother (Angelo Ciro) and sister (Carmella Ciro) and his parents (Antonio and Eleonora Ciro). Giovanni is survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins along with many friends living in America and Italy who will remember him with great respect and love. Funeral services will be held at Rone Funeral Home in Vineland, NJ on Tuesday, June 11th. Viewing will be held 8:30am to 10:30am with a short service to follow. Donations may be made to the American Lung Association - www.lung.org