Vincent J. Ciota Jr

Albany-Vincent J. Ciota Jr. died peacefully on Wednesday March 28, 2018 at St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. Born in the Bronx on March 5, 1931, he was the son of the Vincent J. Ciota Sr. and Marie Vetrano Ciota. When Vince was two years old the family moved to Albany. He attended School 23 and was a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy. He received his Bachelors degree in Sociology from Siena College. Early in his career Vince worked for the Albany County Department of Social Services and the United States Post Office. He had a long career in the Insurance Industry as a Insurance Claims Adjuster and as a Claims Manager. Vince married Dorothy Farrelly in 1957 and they recently celebrated their 60th anniversary. He enjoyed summer vacations with the family at Cape Cod and the Jersey Shore as well as trips to Florida, California, England, Scotland and Ireland. He was past President of the St.Teresa's Home School Association, bowling league member and a softball player. He was an avid NY Mets fan and had an excellent sense of humor. Vince is survived by his beloved family, wife Dorothy J. Ciota, daughter Caterina A. Ciota, son John V. Ciota and daughter Carolyn J. Newman, grandchildren Christopher (Katie) Ciota, Marie Bajramoski, Jenna-Lee Ciota, Ryan Newman and Griffin Newman and great grandson Wyatt Ciota. In addition he is also survived by his brother Gerald L. Ciota, nephew Michael (Tiffany) Ciota, niece Andrea (Harvey) Hines, grand nephew Austin Ciota, aunt Evelyn Ciota and many cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Marie and Vincent Ciota Sr. We wish to extend very specific heartfelt thanks to 2 West and the entire staff at St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their loving care. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Monday, April 2 from 4PM to 7PM at the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 N. Allen St. Albany, NY 12206. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 3 at 9:45AM from the McVeigh Funeral Home, thence to the Parish of Mater Christi, 40 Hopewell St, Albany, NY 12208 at 10:30AM where Vince's Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Committal will be held at St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands NY immediately following the Mass. Those who wish, may make a donation to the Parish of Mater Christi in memory of Vince. To leave a message for the family, light a candle, obtain directions, or view other helpful services please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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Vincent J. Ciota Jr

March 5, 1931 - March 28, 2018