RALPH
Ralph Cianflone, 84, of Upper St. Clair passed away December 27, 2024. He was surrounded by family and loving friends. He was born September 18, 1940, in New Kensington, PA. He was the son of Frank and Gioconda (Torcaso) Cianflone.
Ralph earned his doctorate in Education from the University of Pittsburgh in 1976. Over the course of his career in education, Ralph served as the Director of Elementary Education/State and Federal Programs at Seneca Valley School District. He also served as an adjunct professor at multiple, local universities.
After he retired, Ralph was honored and proud to serve as President of the St. Vincent DePaul Society for 17 years at St. Thomas More, Resurrection Parish, Bethel Park, PA.
In addition to his parents, Ralph was predeceased by his brother, Dr. Daniel (Maureen) Cianflone of Lower Burrell, PA.
He is survived by his cherished wife of 51 years, Lorraine (Hess) Cianflone; loving son, Dr. Jeffrey Cianflone of Upper St. Clair; and his adored grandsons, Andrew and Zackary Cianflone.
Arrangements by BEINHAUER FUNERAL HOME. Family and friends welcome at St. Thomas More Church, Resurrection Parish, 126 Fort Couch Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15241, on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at noon; a Mass of Christian Burial will be held following at 1 p.m. Entombment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St Vincent DePaul Society-Resurrection Parish.
