Hey dad, Its been 4 years but I still miss you so much that sometimes its unbearable.  I love you. I love the time we spent together and the wonderful life you gave me/us.  I hope heaven is enjoying all that amazing Italian music. Save a spot for me ok?!? 

I was thinking this morning of the wonderful musicians I have known in my life and I thought of Tip Ciotti.  I first looked on Face Book, no luck.    Then, I tried google.  To my unfortunate surprise I learned of his passing some 3 years ago.  Tip and I were stationed together in San Diego in our first tour after dental school.  After  San Diego I am not sure I saw him again, but I have always remembered his warm personality, his expert skills as a dentist and his talent on the accordion   It’s been so long ago but I have never forgotten this wonderful person.  RIP Shipmate!⚓️

Carol
We are so very sorry to hear about Tip. Janet and I did not know and regret not being able to celebrate his vibrant life at the memorial service.  I have very fond memories of our misadventures in Tokyo, being introduced to Indian Cuisine and accordion karaoke.  Our sincere condolences and we will always remember Tip's wonderful smile and courteous demeanor.
Janet and Robert

Tips' friends at the Delaware accordion club just learned of his passing. He made several of our meetings when he visited the area. We always enjoyed his company and his great accordion skills. It was easy for all to see that our guest was a quality person with a mutual respect for all of our players. My wife Pat recalls how Tip advised her that I played much better than my beat up accordion allowed and needed a better instrument which I did eventually get.
We are so sorry for your loss but feel fortunate to have briefly crossed paths with our friend Tip.

Tip was a true gentleman, and a great colleague.  He was always even-tempered, friendly, enthusiastic and warm.  He had a real gift for making people feel comfortable and welcome.  Although he was very intelligent, and a gifted artist, his humility and selfless approach to others is what we all remember about him.  I enjoyed his accordion performances very much, and I wish I had had the talent to join him.   He served his country, his community, and his profession with dignity, devotion and integrity, and was a great husband and family man.  He will be dearly missed, and we send our prayers and healing energy to Carol and the family.

My thoughts & prayers are with the Ciotti family. Boone Dental will not be the same without him. He will truly be missed!

So saddened to hear of the passing of a colleague for whom I had the utmost respect. I shared with so many of his patients the feelings of great trust, confidence and security when working with him.  He was a credit to his professions of Dentistry and Military Service. He will always be in the hearts and minds of many. Such a great guy with so many talents, may your many memories be a comfort for your family. May the great stories of him be retold to the grandchildren and become family legend. John J Ross DDS ~

Oh Greg, I am truly sorry for your loss.
Tony

Great dentist and very kind person. He was friendly to all.  My deepest sympathy to the family at this time. Stanley Moss

My deepest heartfelt condolences go out to Dr. Carol Ciotti and the entire Ciotti family. It was an honor and pleasure to have worked with both Dr. Ciotti's at Boone Dental Clinic. You were an amazing example of what true love is between two people, always with a smile and positive attitude in life and a great example for all of us to follow. You will be greatly missed. -HM2 Vasquez

We met Tip through our local accordion club. We knew from the beginning that Tip was distinguished in music, kind in heart, and a gentleman in relationship. We have been touched by his life and deeply saddened by his death. We will miss him greatly. Our thoughts and prayers are with Carol and family.

Tip was my brother-in-law. my heart is broken for my sister and the Ciotti family's loss. He will be missed by all those who knew him I am sure.

I will always remember Tip, the host, leader and master musician at our monthly Accordion Club meetings. He was always cheerful, happy and an inspiration to all of us. I am very sorry at his passing, we will miss him, but in spirit he'll remain a part of us. My deepest condolences to his wonderful family.

Tip was a great kid, a great student, and a great man, always thinking of others. We were in touch briefly, many years after being together at school (Sallies and St. Joe), and I regret not talking more with him.

Jerry Williams

I am saddened to learn of the passing of Tip. I met Tip in September 1965 as a freshman at Salesianum High School and we shared every class together for 4 years. Even at that young age he was without a doubt the kindest and classiest gentleman I had ever met. He truly was one of a kind and will be missed by all who were fortunate to know him.

My sincerest condolences to the Ciotti family. My first memory of Tip is from NDC Orlando, where he played the accordion for parties. At Christmas time, he brought joy to so many with his music. Our paths crossed again, here in Norfolk, in private practice. By chance, I also saw him perform at a Schola concert. Always pleasant, professional, and a joy to talk to. Tip will be greatly missed. I am blessed I had the honor of serving with him, and knowing him.

Caroline, and family,
We were so shocked to see Tip's obituary in this morning's paper and are so sorry for his passing.  I remember Tip when he was in the Navy at Dam Neck and I was completing my last few years on active duty as a Marine Corps LtCol. Tip was my doctor and I always enjoyed sitting in his chair, chatting with him and his smile. Every time I sat in his chair (which was a lot), he would just grin when I would say: "Tip, put in a bite block and wake me up when I need to do something!" He was a great doctor and Naval Officer - and I trusted him completely. We also were patients of yours in private practice and when my son busted up his upper teeth about 10 years ago, we were so grateful to have Tip check him out and put our minds at rest.  A few years back, we were happy to see you join the Ascension Family.  Marianne and I will have a set of Gregorian Masses said for Tip.  If you want to, send me your address at ernest.dantonio@verizon.net and I'll forward you the Mass Card.  Masses will be said for Tip 30 consecutive days by Fransican Fathers based out of Pittsburgh Pa with the Seraphic Mass Association. Know that you all are in our prayers.  We are so sorry for your loss.   Semper Fidelis Tip... St Peter welcomes another Naval Warrior into heaven!  Sincerely,  Ernie and Marianne D'Antonio, Lieutenant Colonel of Marines (retired)

I am very saddened, along with all the singers in Schola Cantorum, to hear about Tip's passing. He was a wonderful musician and a fine and gentle man. God's Peace to Tip and his family and many friends.

I remember Dr. Ciotti from Scouts at St. Gregory years back.  He was very much involved at meetings with his son, Anthony.  He was a pleasant, dedicated and friendly guy.  My condolences to his family.

My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to the Ciotti family during this time of bereavement. He was a pleasure to work with; always with a smile and a kind word. Boone dental will never be the same without him. He will truely be missed.

Our deepest sympathy to Carol and whole Ciotti family at the loss of Tip.  He will be remembered by everyone who was ever blessed by that big friendly smile and his welcoming way.  Our thoughts are certainly with you.  

Bob and Geri Kjome.

I had the good fortune of being a shipmate, and officemate, with Dr. Ciotti a few years back.  His upbeat, gentlemanly and professional attitude about every aspect of life was a joy to behold.  He truly touched many people, not only here in the US, but wherever he was in his Navy career and civilian life.  With his accordian in hand, he is in a good place now, urging us all to do good things.  My thoughts are with the Ciotti family as you move forward.

We offer our deepest sympathy to the Ciotti Family in their loss.

Dr. Ciotti was a coworker of mine at Boone Dental Clinic.  He was such a nice person. He always had a smile on his face and such a positive attitude.  I know he's up there watching over us all.  He will be missed.

Dr. C Ciotti....I don't even have words to say my heart is so broken for you and your family! As always, my heart, prayers and hugs are being sent as I type this. I am so grateful that the two of you became an integral part of my work place experience here at Boone...both of you are missed terribly! All my love, Paris

Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy in the passing of Dr. Ciotti. I remember him as a fine Naval Officer and excellent dentist who took great pride in his service to this nation. I hope all the fond memories help sustain and comfort the Ciotti family.
Joe & Kathy Draude

my thought and prayers to the family. I worked with Dr. Ciotti at Boone dental clinic and he was very nice and full of life. I will remember his happy smile.
r,
Dr. Spiros Apostolakis

Many thoughts and prayers go out to the Ciotti Family, Dr. Ciotti was a delightful, kind and wonderful person I have worked with at Boone Dental. May God bless and keep this family, his memories will live in our hearts always.

Heart sick at hearing of Tip's passing.  Our hearts go out to Caroline and their children.
Jack and Cindy Bowers

My heart goes out to the Ciotti family during this time.  I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.  Dr. Ciotti was an absolute delight to work with here at Boone Dental Clinic.  Rest in Heaven Dr. Ciotti

My heart goes out to the Ciotti family, I worked with Dr. Carol Ciotti for many years and Dr. Anthony Ciotti.  It was always a pleasure working with him he always made the days go by smoothly and joyfully.  We all will miss him at Boone.  My thoughts and prayers goes out to the Ciotti Family.

It was such a joy to have know and work with Anthony Ciotti these past years at Little Creek Naval Base. Him and his wife were an inspiration to love between couples. Also an inspiration to those of us who worked with him. His accordion playing will be missed at our annual Christmas gathering. He made us all happy.. I will miss him... Betsi Moore-Keasler

We are so sorry to hear of Tips death.  We will always have the fondest memories of our time together over the past 34 years.

Don and Debby Hesby (Virginia beach)

We never knew the Ciotti family well due to the age difference but the news is always sad when a Navy Mate departs this earth.  Our condolences with sincere prayers are sent to his remaining family.
Bob and Jean Nolf

Carol and the Ciotti family,
   Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.  We are so sorry to hear of Tip's death. May God bless you and give you strength.  We hope you will find some comfort in sharing your memories of him with family and friends.

We are deeply saddened by the news of Tip's death.  We will never forget the
many wonderful times we had with Tip and his beautiful family over the years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of them today and always.
                                                                 Larry & Maria Latona (Norfolk, VA)

Thoughts and prayers are with Carol and family.

My deepest heartfelt condolences to Carol and the entire Ciotti family.  It was an honor to perform with Tip in the band Leighas.  For the past several years he has been the heart and soul of the group.  He will always be with us in spirit as we continue to share the healing power of music.

OBITUARY

Anthony Ciotti, Jr.

5 February, 1951 – 1 July, 2016

Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home

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