Adam Carfagna
August 21 1962 - May 13 2026
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Sunday May 17th 2026 1-5 pm
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
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There will be a Prayer Service at 5 pm at the end of the Visitation.
Services:
Funeral Mass
Monday May 18th 2026
at 11:00 am
St. John the Baptist Italian Catholic Church
163 E. Lincoln Avenue
Columbus
, Ohio 43215
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Friends and Family are asked to meet at the Church. A Procession to St. Joseph Cemetery will follow the Mass
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Obituary
Adam S. Carfagna, age 63 passed away unexpectedly on May 13, 2026 in his home. He is proceeded in death by his parents, Adam and Antoinette; brother, Gino; and father-in-law, Antonio Ventresca. Adam is survived by his wife of 35 years Diana; brother, Chris; mother-in-law, Elia Ventresca; and brother-in-law, Michael Ventresca; and sister-in-law, Shebah Carfagna; as well as nephews and nieces, Dante, Damon (Gina), Caden, Ellis, Nick, CJ, Gino and Elissa Carfagna, Alexandria (Zach), Amanda (Grant) and Antonio Ventresca. Adam had many dear friends and family, special cousins; David, Patty, Giuseppe, Adelaide and Genevieve Penzone. Sweet dogs, Titan and Luna. He was a member of the Columbus Italian Club and American Italian Club. Adam could light up a room with his laugh and always had a joke to tell. We will miss him dearly. There will be a visitation on Sunday May 17, 2026 at the John Quint Treboni Funeral Home 1177 W 5th Ave. Columbus, Ohio 43212 from 1-5 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held the next morning Monday May 18, 2026 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 168 E. Lincoln St. Columbus, Ohio 43215 at 11 am with a procession to St. Joseph Cemetery, 6440 S. High St. Lockbourne, Ohio 43137 following the Mass. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Adam's memory to Doberman Underground (114 Barrington Town Square Dr, Aurora, OH 44202) or Columbus Humane (3015 Scioto Darby Executive Ct, Hilliard, OH 43026); links at www.johnquint.com
Contributions
Contributions may be directed to any of the following
Condolences for Adam Carfagna
From : Tony and Lisa Solazzo
To : Diana Chris and family
Date: May 14th 2026
Our hearts are broken over Adam’s sudden passing. What a great friend and talented electrician. We used to tease Adam that he put one of our light switches in the wrong spot and in return he always had a “funny” reply. Now that light switch will be our fond reminder of Adam’s larger than life personality. Heaven gained a good one.
From : Lori Santilli Howard
To : The Carfagna family
Date: May 14th 2026
There was no mistaking his laugh and you were always greeted with his smile. What a wonderful trait. Growing up in Minerva Park gave us all great memories. May God bless you, Adam.
From : Diane Clevenger
To : Diana
Date: May 14th 2026
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Adam was a truly remarkable person who left an unforgettable mark on us all. Even through my tears, I can't help but smile remembering how he lit up every room and made everyone feel uniquely special. He had a rare gift—no one was a stranger to him for long.
While we grieve this deep loss, I want to honor and celebrate the vibrant life he lived. He brought so much joy to the world, and I know that lively spirit is keeping heaven on its toes right now. You are in my thoughts
From : Raymond Gatto
To : Diana and family
Date: May 14th 2026
I was deeply saddened when I got the devastating news.I have wonderful memories of being with Adam.I appreciate the times Adam and Diana visited South Florida.May God bless the family and friends of Adam.
From : Mario and Juliana DiRienzo
To : The Carfagna Family
Date: May 14th 2026
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Adam always brought joy and laughter to every room he was in. He was such a good person and always willing to help anybody. He was truly a legend. Adam's spirit and warm will be greatly missed but forever remembered.
Rest In Peace to one of the great ones.
With Love,
The DiRienzos
From : Ron Fancelli
To : Adam
Date: May 14th 2026
Che Doi ti benedica
From : Jennifer and Berry
To : Diana and family
Date: May 14th 2026
Our hearts are broken for you & your family. We cannot express enough how wonderful of a friend he was to us. It's unimaginable that we won't see him again. This loss is devastating for so many but especially you, Diana. We love you. We are here for anything you need ❤️
From : Tim Christy
To : Adam
Date: May 14th 2026
My heart hurts!!!! He was like a father to me! Such a good man. I miss you and love you!!
From : Whitney Johns
To : Adam
Date: May 14th 2026
Well where do I start, deep sadness, unbelievable, and will be missed. We had serious fun in the day. It was always a great time together with you guys and friends. He was crazy, loud and fun. Adam gave everyone grief, but you couldn't find a more loyal friend. Man we had fun. Diana if you need anything please reach out. Love you guys, take care.
From : The Gores and the Black Wing Family
To : Diana and the Carfagna Family
Date: May 14th 2026
Adam will be greatly missed! He was such a generous man who was always willing to help anytime we had electrical needs. He lit up the room when he arrived, with his jokes and jovial spirit. He was a great friend which we will miss. May God bless you Adam! Our thoughts and prayers are with Diana and the family.
From : Judy Casasanta Cowgill
To : Diana
Date: May 14th 2026
Diana and Chris, I was so sad to hear the news of Adam’s passing. He was such a nice man with a heart of gold always made you laugh. He will be greatly missed keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers
From : Elmer and Chrissy Welker
To : The Carfagna Family
Date: May 14th 2026
Please accept our deepest condolences and prayers to all of the family and friends to Adam. He was a joy to make jokes with and I'm so grateful I had the opportunity to meet and know him. Elmer enjoyed learning from him and his crews. One thing is for sure the heavens will never have a dull lighting situation now for sure. Riposa in pace, amico mio!
From : Jill Greenberg Kelley
To : Diana
Date: May 14th 2026
Im so sorry for your loss and think of you often. I will never forget Adam’s vibrant personality and your wedding.
Sending prayers to you
From : Mike and Sandy Capoziello
To : Chris Diane family and friends
Date: May 14th 2026
We are blessed to have known Adam and the Carfagna family for decades. Adam left footprints of faith, love, kindness, compassion, and his humor. We are praying you will be comforted with special memories and Gods love to comfort you in this heartbroken loss. Our family is always there for you.
From : Valeria Carfagna and family di Vastogirardi
To : Diana and family
Date: May 15th 2026
Cara Diana,abbiamo appreso dalle tristi,ma bellissime parole di Sam e Michael della scomparsa del caro Adam Jr. Non ci siamo conosciuti personalmente,non abbiamo avuto l'occasione,nè il tempo,purtroppo!Sam e Michael ci hanno dato una bella descrizione della splendida persona che era Adam,saremmo stati onorati di conoscerlo e avremmo amato lui e te con l'intensità infinita di cui dispone tutto il cuore della famiglia Carfagna. Ci aggiungiamo al cordoglio e alla preghiera per voi,siate forti!Un abbraccio grande,Valeria e famiglia
From : Clemente Carfagna
To : Diana Carfagna
Date: May 15th 2026
Hi Diana, unfortunately we didn't have the pleasure of meeting you, but Sam and Michael spoke to us about Adam as a truly special person. We share your grief and are praying for Adam. A big hug to everyone. From Vastogirardi, Clemente Carfagna and family.
From : Mike Bardash
To : The Carfagna family
Date: May 15th 2026
I am truly saddened by this news. Adam was one of a kind and had a great spirit and an infectious smile and laugh. I knew him since high school and though we didn’t see each other often, when you met up with him it seemed like just the other day. Hit em straight my friend!
From : John and Debbie Camela Walser
To : Diana and Chris
Date: May 15th 2026
Diana and Chris, deepest condolences to you both and to your families. So shocked to hear this sad and devastating news. So many many wonderful memories of our families visits together. We pray God will comfort you in this (very hard to understand) loss! Love and Prayers - John and Debbie
From : Dave Frangis The Greek
To : Adam
Date: May 15th 2026
Adam was a one-of-a-kind man. He was original. For a short guy, he had a BIG heart. The jokes, the going back and forth with the Italian and Greek jokes... I'll miss it!! He was always there, if I needed electrical advice. He was a great customer, great friend and a great joke teller.....
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord....
God bless family and friends, May God give you comfort and peace, like only He can.....
I'll miss you at Loeb Electric Adam... but the memories of you... will go on forever.... you crazy GRANDE UOMO.......
Dave Frangis... The Greek... Loeb Electric.
From : Stephanie
To : Riedmiller
Date: May 15th 2026
Diana, I was saddened to learn of Adam’s passing. I remember your wedding like it was yesterday, and I’ll never forget the time you invited me to your home in Minerva Park for homemade pasta.
I know the many emotions grief can bring. Please reach out if you’d like to reconnect with your old high school friend and classmate. I would love to spend some time with you.
Sending you my deepest sympathy,
Stephanie Riedmiller
sriedmiller@hotmail.com
From : Tina Weis
To : Diana Carfagna and extended family
Date: May 15th 2026
Adam had been doing business with us for so many years that he truly felt like part of the Loeb family. His presence stood out—you could always recognize his laugh from across a crowded room. There won’t be another quite like him.
He will be greatly missed at Loeb Electric. Our sincere condolences to his wife and extended family.
From : Debbie Fisher Hall
To : Adam and Family
Date: May 15th 2026
Shocking and very sad news. I will never forget you my long time elementary friend. Someone mentioned all the fun times growing up in Minerva Park, I know I won’t forget. Those were some of the funnest times of my young life.
My heart is aching for you Dianna and all your family and close friends. I think there might be a party going on in heaven right now! Rest in peace my long time friend, I will miss you.
From : Travis McDonald and the City Electric family
To : Adam and family
Date: May 15th 2026
Adam you will be greatly missed by all of us here at City Electric. You always came in with a smile and left smiles on our faces. I truly cherish having the blessing of knowing you for all these years. Our prayers are with you
From : Bill and Sue Rees
To : Diana and family
Date: May 16th 2026
Although we haven't seen you in a while, we have fond memories of you and Adam. Adam could definitely tell a story and light up a room, literally!
We are deeply saddened by his passing and want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
From : Pandora Porcase
To : Carfagna Family
Date: May 16th 2026
My heartfelt condolences to all of you. AJ was a wonderful, caring and loving person. He will be missed by all.
From : Joe and Amy Contino
To : Diana
Date: May 16th 2026
We absolutely loved Adam and what he thought of our coffee! He will be missed!!!
From : Freddy Rossetti
To : Family of Adam Carfagna
Date: May 16th 2026
Saddened by the loss of a dear friend.
My deepest sympathy during this Poignant time.
Keeping Diane and All the Family in My thoughts and sincer Prayers.
Adam was such a terrific Man.
From : George Neff
To : Adam
Date: May 16th 2026
Adam, first off Thank you for being a true friend. I could always depend on your help with anything. Thank you for teaching me how to work with electric. We had many great times together at work and at play afterwards. I wish we could of had more time together. But I will cherish our Brotherhood forever. May GOD bless you little Brother. And I will see you sometime soon. I Love and miss you, Forever your Brother.George
From : Danny boy Borghese
To : Adam
Date: May 17th 2026
Adam. thank you for being a great dude. I'll always remember the times on Park Lane Dr, we almost burned down the Milanos house. thank god Yola stopped us, and the sleepovers watching Chiller with Frits the night owl. So many memories. we'll share them forever until we meet again. our deepest condolences to Diana and the Carfagna family from the Borghese family.
From : Mallory Smith Smith family
To : Carfagna family
Date: May 17th 2026
So sorry to hear of Adam’s passing. He was a great friend to my brother Rob and my 91 year old mom Pat remembers him fondly. Sending love and condolences to the entire Carfagna family. Hoping that family and friends will help you through this difficult time.
From : Cyndi Koch
To : Adam Carfagna
Date: May 17th 2026
Adam and Diane have always been the most gracious Cousins. We all have wonderful memories when we say his name.
Adam lit up a room for sure at any event.
I am happy to have wonderful memories but I want to thank him and Diane for keeping the Buoni & DeMatties cousins together while hosting at their home some of the most wonderful parties
God must’ve really needed him to come home He will be greatly missed
Now he can light up heaven
We love you, Diana
Dan & Cyndi Buoni’s-Koch
From : Pam and Jim Byerly
To : Diana Chris and Carfagna family
Date: May 17th 2026
Although our paths only crossed a few times, you could never forget what a beautiful smile and laugh Adam had. He was the dearest man and so full of joy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
From : Larry Kuhn
To : Anyone who knew Adam
Date: May 17th 2026
His smile and joy would light up any room. I was merely an acquaintance of Adam’s and we crossed paths maybe a couple of handfuls of time during our entire lives as I was a classmate of many of his closest friends yet he made me feel like he knew me forever and we were the best of friends. Such a loss for all those who were close to him and even those who were causal acquaintances as well. Condolences for his family and all my close friends who got to enjoy a lot of time with Adam over the years. Peace in Jesus to all.
From : Livio Comoretto
To : Diana and family
Date: May 17th 2026
Dear Diana and Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Adam. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
Adam was truly someone special. His outgoing personality, warm spirit, and wonderful sense of humor made him unforgettable to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He had a remarkable way of bringing smiles to people’s faces, lightening the mood with a joke, and making others feel welcome and valued. His laughter and kindness touched so many lives.
While words cannot ease the pain of such a tremendous loss, I hope you can find comfort in the countless memories shared with him and in knowing how much he was loved and appreciated by family and friends alike. His presence brought joy to those around him, and that legacy of happiness and connection will continue to live on in the hearts of everyone who knew him.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. May you find strength in one another and peace in the memories you hold close.
With deepest sympathy,
Livio
From : Mike Loffa and the CIC family
To : The Carfagna family
Date: May 18th 2026
We are saddened by the loss of our friend Adam. We will always remember his laugh and engaging nature. We offer our sincere condolences with the hope that they will help you through your time of remembrance. Adam will always be one of us.
Sincere regrets.
Mike Loffa and the CIC family
From : Robin B Well
To : Diana
Date: May 18th 2026
I am so sorry for your loss. It was a privilege to get to know you and Adam. His smile and laughter brought smiles to all around him. You could always hear him before you could see him and that always made me smile. He will be greatly missed. Prayers for you and the family.
From : Anthony Arena
To : Adam Carfagna
Date: May 18th 2026
My condolences to the Carfagna Family. Adam was a good person. Always entertaining . He followed his own path after being raised in the food business. He was a good electrician . He and I shared a passion . Old cars !!! May he rest in peace …
From : The Tatars
To : Diana and Family
Date: May 20th 2026
We’re thinking of Dianna and the entire Carfagna family during this difficult time. Adam had a unique spirit that touched everyone. His laughter will always be with us, and we’ll cherish the day we hear that brave and joyful laugh again.
With love Mike Kathy Sean Lindsey and Scott- Tatar
From : Dr Brad and Janie Goldman
To : Diana and family
Date: May 21st 2026
Brad an I both send our condolences we are so saddened to hear of Adam’s passing may god grant your family solace
From : Stacy McVey
To : Diana
Date: May 23rd 2026
I'm so sorry to hear about Adam; ran into Jimbo and Tina last night and heard the sad news. I will always remember his funny laugh, boisterous talk and funny jokes. He served us well over the years going our electric work for the homes we built and then was always on speed dial for me when needed an electric fix from a home inspection to get a deal closed. He was one of a kind and will be missed!
Prayers to the family.....
From : Shawn Connor
To : Diana
Date: May 23rd 2026
Adam is the most generous, loyal and original person I knew. We had some of the best times in my life and I will miss you everyday. Your laugh was infectious and I never heard so many joke from one person in my life. I’m thankful we became great friends and I will see you again brother!