Paul Cianelli

January 16 1963 - June 9 2006

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PROCESSION TO LEAVE FUNERAL HOME AT 9:30.

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John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Sunday June 11th 2006 1:00-3:00 and 5:00-7:00 PM

1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212

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Services:

Funeral Mass
Monday June 12th 2006 at 10:00 am

St. Timothy Catholic Church
1088 Thomas Lane
Columbus , Ohio 43220

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Obituary

Paul Michael Cianelli, 43, passed away on June 9th. Sadly missed by his partner of nearly 20 wonderful years, Bruce Dooley. Beloved son of Sandra Wilkinson and the late Paul Cianelli and stepson of Charles Wilkinson and Donna Cianelli. Dearest brother of Gina Cianelli Peebles and brother-in-law Andrew Peebles. Favorite uncle of Isabella and Emily Peebles. Stepbrother extraordinaire of Kiva, Kari, Todd and Brian Wilkinson. Grandson of Walter and Dorothy Stults and Janet Wilkinson. Paul will be deeply missed by many aunts, uncles and cousins as well as close friends Jay Dascenzo, Rick Gallagher, Chris Zuelke, Michael and Lori Bongiorno, Beth Blostein and Bart Overly. Godson of Patricia Terapak. Paul was an award-winning architect with Design Group after earning his undergraduate and master degrees in architecture from The Ohio State University. For many years Paul was actively involved in maintaining the integrity of the architecture, zoning and development within his hometown of Columbus and his neighborhood of Victorian Village and the Short North. He was appointed by Mayor Michael Coleman to the Downtown Development Commission. Paul was chairman of both the Victorian Village Commission and Friends of Goodale Park. He was a leader in the Victorian Village Society and a founder of 1000 Friends with Rich Sensenbrenner, one of his favorite elected officials, to promote new urbanism development within Columbus. Paul was a dedicated leader with Human Rights Campaign, Stonewall Columbus and the campaigns of many progressive Democrats elected to local, state and national office. Business First named Paul one of their "40 under 40" achievers in 2001. Friends may call SUNDAY, June 11th, 2006 at the JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 W. 5th Avenue, from 1:00-3:00 and 5:00-7:00 PM. Msgr. John K. Cody will offer a funeral mass at 10:00 AM on MONDAY, June 12th, 2006 at St. Timothy Catholic Church, 1088 Thomas Lane. PROCESSION TO LEAVE FUNERAL HOME AT 9:30. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute in memory of Paul to the Ohio Cancer Research Associates, 50 W. Broad Street, Ste 1132 Columbus, Ohio 43214. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.

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Ohio Cancer Research Associates

Condolences for Paul Cianelli

From : Jane Walther
To : Family of Paul Cianelli
Date: June 10th 2006

I thought the newspaper announcement was a wonderful tribute to Paul. I worked with Paul at DesignGroup and respected his straightforward thinking and viewed him as a talented profession. I hope that your cherished memories of Paul will help ease the sorrow within your heart. Even as an acquaintence, I feel your loss.

Jane Walther
former HR person at DesignGroup
From : Sheri Burleson
To : Sandy and family
Date: June 10th 2006

My deepest sympathy to family and friends of Paul. Blest be a man who has family and friends that loved him so deeply.

God bless us all.

Love
Sheri Burleson
From : Pete Kengeter and Howard Fradkin
To : Bruce Dooley
Date: June 10th 2006

Dear Bruce: We send our deepest and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Paul. Twenty years is a very long time and we know you celebrated many joyous times together. Paul was a great community leader and together you have done so much to make our community proud! His death is a huge loss for all of us, and we know especially for you. We are sending you all of our love and compassion and support in this time of great loss. May you find much solace in all the fond memories and in the love and comfort we know you'll receive. Love, Pete and Howard
From : Peter Anderson and Kathleen Sandman
To : Bruce Dooley
Date: June 10th 2006

Dear Bruce:

Kaethe and I read with sadness about Paul's death in the newspaper today. Both of you have been such great examples of community support and we want to let you know of our appreciation for that.

I remember Paul mostly through our work together on the Victorian Village Society traffic effort. Paul always maintained high standards for whatever we did and had the knowledge and ability to bring that dialog to the city administration. We are grateful for all that he (and you) have offered to the community.

Sincerely, Pete and Kaethe
From : Cyndi DeSantis- DeSousa
To : Family
Date: June 10th 2006

I am very sorry for your loss. I was in Paul's claas at Watterson. He was a great guy. And a wonderful artist.
From : Karen S. Miller
To : Bruce Dooley and Cianelli Family
Date: June 10th 2006

I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you and the family. I have known Paul since I moved to Columbus to work with DesignGroup, in 1995. Paul was so passionate about Design. He was passionte about all things he loved, his friend, his family, his Colmubus and Bruce. He was a great friend to me, and I will miss him deeply. My words can not convey my feelings properly. I wish I could see him again, just once. I really loved him alot. Yours sincerely, Karen Miller
From : Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bodell
To : Gina Peebles
Date: June 10th 2006

So very sorry to hear of your loss. Am glad you have a loving mother so you can both get through these sad days. Bless you and Sandy. I will remember Paul in my prayers. Enjoy those dear little girls,Gina. I hope they look like you!
From : shelly (palencar) ruff
To : gina
Date: June 11th 2006

gina - you may not remember me from high school, but i felt compelled to send my condolences for your brother. although i did not know him, i sense that he was a wonderful person. i lost my brother about a year ago, and it is still really difficult. it does get easier. i hope you always have happy memories of your brother and peace during this difficult time. sincerely, shelly.
From : Valerie Hall
To : Bruce, Snadra and Gina
Date: June 11th 2006

Paul inspired me to go further and look deeper into my talents as a landscape archtiect. We worked together on many projects while at Design Group; always with alot of excitement, sometimes with a little "frustration". Paul balanced the practical and creative sides of our art so well. The joy I experienced while working with Paul will continue to inspire me. I am so grateful to him for sharing his talent and for appreciating mine. I am so grateful that he shared his humor and his sense of adventure. He made me laugh and I loved him for it.
From : Gerald Stone, IV
To : Bruce Dooley
Date: June 11th 2006

I heard the terrible news on Friday. I've been traveling in Asia for the past couple of years, but still keep in touch w/a lot of the Columbus gang.

I know much Paul meant to you. I've had my share of losses, so I know what you're going through. The pain will never go away, but with time it will lessen. My thoughts are with you.
From : Debbie Fillinger
To : Bruce Dooley
Date: June 12th 2006

Bruce, I am truly saddened by your loss. What a personality was Paul! You will be in my thoughts and prayers..........
From : Lisa Wright
To : Sandra Wilkinson
Date: June 12th 2006

Hi Sandy I just want to to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know that it has been a tough road for Paul and for you. I know that he is at peace now and I pray that you and your family fine peace now that he isn't suffering anymore. God Bless Lisa Wright
From : Thomas M. Morbitzer
To : Bruce Dooley
Date: June 12th 2006

Dear Bruce:
Thinking of you at this time. Please take care.
Tom
From : Shondell Wilson
To : Sandra Wilkerson
Date: June 12th 2006

Hi Sandy

I am so sorry for your loss, know that you have a friend in Fort Myers that is wishing you comfort and peace during this time.

Shondell
From : Sheila Davis
To : Bruce Dooley
Date: June 12th 2006

Hi Bruce:
I'm not sure if you remember me but Jan Tremaine brought me to one of your parties a few years ago. I also used to work with Jan Solari on your ads for the Stonewall paper.
I'm very sorry that Paul was so sick for so long. I'm sure that over time, you will feel better and will remember him with caring and love.
Regards,
Sheila Davis
From : Laura Kaszynski
To : Sandy Wilkinson
Date: June 12th 2006

Dear Sandy -
I am thinking of you and giving you the biggest hug from afar. Embrace your family and those beautiful granddaughters and never let the goodness of Paul be far from their minds. I am so sorry- my deepest and truest sympathy and love to you, Gina and the family.
Laura K.
From : Cathy & Tom Minisce
To : Sandy & Chuck Wilkinson & family
Date: June 12th 2006

Sandy, Chuck & family-
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

We love you guys!

Cathy & Tom
From : Lisa and Glenn Kitner
To : Sandy, Chuck and family
Date: June 12th 2006

From : Lisa and Glenn Kitner
To : Sandy, Chuck and Family
Date: June 12th 2006

You are all in our thoughts and prayers!
From : Jennifer Manus
To : Sandy Wilkinson and family
Date: June 12th 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You are always on our minds, and we look forward to seeing you. Love, Jen
From : Sharon Harp
To : Sandy Wilkinson
Date: June 12th 2006

Sandy, Just a note to let you know my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God help ease your pain. Love, Sharon
From : Beverly Black and Family
To : The Wilkinson Family
Date: June 12th 2006

All...we are so sorry to hear of your loss. As tragic as this is, we have to remember that he is at peace now.

Wish we could be there to give you a hug! You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Please be careful on your travels and let us know if we can do anything for you.

Beverly Black and Family
June 12, 2006
From : Kris, Joe, Ruby and Ellie Hughes
To : Bruce, Sandy and family
Date: June 14th 2006

I know words cannot express the sadness you must feel. I remember Paul, much like the picture, very strong and full of life. He fought an inspirational fight and we will miss him. Lots of love and prayers, Kris, Joe, Ruby and Ellie
From : Mary & Eric Martineau
To : Bruce Dooley
Date: June 14th 2006

Bruce-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We are so sorry for your loss.
The Martineaus
From : Martin Moore
To : Bruce Dooley
Date: June 15th 2006

A Co-worker just told me about the passing of Paul. Paul and you were always the most gracious people and I feel truly sad for your loss, Bruce. I fondly remember the time we spent making the Satyr costumes together. I will hold those photos even dearer now. My thoughts are truly with you.
Lots of love
Marty
From : Joshua Cunningham, OSU class of 2004
To : The Cianelli Family
Date: June 23rd 2006

Paul's will to teach and talent to spread has greatly influenced me as an architect. We are all richer having learned from him.