Caledonia: January 7, 2015 at age 74 years. Predeceased by his parents Anthony & Helen (Cera) Cicoria. Survived by his wife of 48 years Judith (Smith) Cicoria, and children: Jason (Jennifer) Cicoria of PA, Amy (Ken) Cicoria-Gorton of Geneseo, and Ronald Jr. (Nicole) Cicoria of Syracuse; grandchildren: Giovanni and Mia. Siblings: Gary (Linda) Cicoria of Caledonia and Laurie Cicoria-Amorese of York. Many beloved nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, cousins, and many other loving family and friends.
Ron was a graduate of Madison High School, Rochester, NY: SUNY Geneseo in 1965: and graduated from Albany Law School in 1968. He served his country in the United States Coast Guard Reserve from 1959-1967. He was a private practice attorney, worked in the Monroe County Public Defender’s Office, and the Livingston County District Attorney’s office, serving as an ADA and the DA from 1971-1975. In 1975 he ran for the Office of County Court Judge. He was elected Livingston County Court Judge in 1976 and was the longest serving Judge in New York State, serving the county for 30 years. He was an avid, well-respected horseman who participated in the Genesee Valley Hunt, trail riding in New York and Tennessee, and was an advisor to the Livingston County Sheriff’s Mounted Patrol.
Friends may call on Sunday, January 11th, from 2-5pm at the Livingston County Court House, 2 Court Street, Geneseo, NY. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, January 12th, at 10am at SUNY Geneseo Wadsworth Auditorium, Geneseo, NY. Burial will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Caledonia Ambulance, PO Box 3, Caledonia, NY 14423. To send a condolence and for further information please visit:
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I will always remember Ron, as he was a customer, a friend, and an honorable judge, and a horse rider through my yard for many years. I was saddened to hear of his battle and that he has gone. Please know that I was glad to know him and respect him. I am so sorry for your loss……Sharon M.
Having moved from the area over twenty years ago I’ve not had contact or much information about Ron.
I do recall that he had immense respect from attorneys that presented cases before him for his knowledge and fairness.
I also recall seeing him riding and knowing of his passion for horses. I recall having him pass through my property in Piffard on his way to Geneseo and thought how enjoyable it must be to ride that far from home as a way to relax and see the countryside he loved.
I would like to offer my condolences to his entire family and the community for their loss.
I was so so sorry for the loss of Ron. We spoke now and then at tractor supply when I worked there part-time on Saturdays. We spoke of horses,trips, and how he was most anxious to back to work serving the community. I had the privilege of going to CAl-MUM with his kids, nieces, and nephews. As a police officer in the 70’s, Dad worked cases being presented before Ron, early in his career as District attorney. I as well as many others thought it was great that he got back “on the saddle” recently, and went back to work serving the community. Ron was a loyal, dignified, and professional representative of the local judicial system, and was well deserved of the name “The Judge”.
I was a fraternity brother of Ron’s and had not seen him since 1965 but having attended the funeral ceremony, I couldn’t help but think about how loved he was and how much he loved life. I felt a great sadness but I also felt such happiness for him and for his family. He was a man who lived out his dreams.
And we could aspire to that.
Deepest sympathies to his family and his wide circle of friends and colleagues.
Our deepest sympathies go out to the Cicoria family. While bad weather has unfortunately kept us from being there with you today, our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are still there with you. Ron Cicoria was a truly great man. He loved his family, friends, and the community he served. Our dear friend was a gentleman and a true cowboy at heart. We will never forget him and will miss him very much! God’s Peace be with you all during this difficult time of loss. Sending Love, Scott, Mari Beth & Brendan Merriman
So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. While in college at Geneseo, I had the pleasure of serving as his Campaign Manager when he ran for student government President–his first foray into the political world. And I sat beside him in Russian class one semester was he shared with me his passion for a girl in class named Judy, who became his wife. I regret that I lost touch with him and will always remember those days fondly–a good, kind man.
I know that Mr. Cicoria accomplished much in his life, but I will remember him most as an amazing grandfather. He doted on both Giovanni and Mia and showed so much interest in everything they did. So many times he would pick up the kids from school or take the kids to their practices and that speaks volumes for a person that was still very busy and still working. “Blessed are those that mourn for they shall be comforted”… May Christ comfort your family each day until you see your loved one again. My deepest condolences.
Irene Wall
My deepest sympathy Mrs. Cicoria, to you and your family, at the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. I had the pleasure on a number of occasions, throughout the years, to have spoken with him at the court house, when I was in the pursuit of my family history. I would see him in the hallway caring his cup of coffee, or the “Old Clerks Office”, but usually in the “Old Surrogates Office” (with his cup of coffee) while I was digging away at more family info. He always had a moment to speak with me and I always enjoyed our conversations, they were manly about family in the present and the interest I took in my family history. On one occasion he asked “Are you sure you don’t live here?” On another occasion he asked “Are you on the payroll yet?” He was a very kind man, and yes…… he was a very Honorable Judge. I wish you all the greatest of peace and comfort during this time of loss.
Respectfully, Barbara Deller