James "Jim" G. Cianflona

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James G. Cianflona (Jim), age 64, of Delaware, Ohio, after a 4- year cancer battle. 

Jim was born, January 27, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio, grew up in Ashland, and resided in Delaware most his adult life. He was a graduate of Ashland High School and then had a career as an HVAC Technician. Jim stayed close to many of his school friends and never missed a class reunion. He appreciated their visits to him in Delaware. Jim was a huge animal lover, regularly rescued stray cats, and was known by many other critters to have food for them in his garage. He was an avid sports fan, mostly dedicated to his Cleveland Browns. Jim loved & appreciated music and, in his younger days, enjoyed being a DJ for a local hotel/dance club. Jim’s main hobby was golf, and he spent most of his non-work time at Mill Creek Golf Club in Delaware where he was affectionately known as “JC”. He loved the owners and members of Mill Creek, joined Dad and his friends in frequent rounds and won a few fun tournaments…he kept a special jar on Dad’s kitchen table to remind Dad of his winnings 😊.

 Jim’s greatest love was for his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pat & Jack Cianflona and his brother, Matt Cianflona. He is survived by his beloved sisters, Lynne (Petrovic), Denise (Cooper), Tracey (Edwards), and Deb (George), his niece, Nicole Edwards, and nephews, David Edwards, Alex & Jack Cooper, Michael & Thomas Cianflona and Josiah George, and many cousins. 

A memorial service is being planned for later this summer. His family expresses deep gratitude to all those who cared for Jim in so many ways. Donations may be made to Capital City Hospice, 2800 Corporate Exchange Dr., Suite 170, Columbus, OH 43231, Phone 614-441-9300.