James J. Ciampi, 86, of Exeter, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, July 31, 2017 surrounded by his family.

Born in West Pittston, he was the son of the late Carmen and Mary Garafola Ciampi.

Mr. Ciampi was a member of Corpus Christi Parish at Immaculate Conception Church, West Pittston.

He was a U. S. Army veteran having served his country during the Korean War.

Prior to his retirement, he worked as a foreman for the Pittston Gas Co. and was the owner of Ciampis's Greenhouses, Exeter.

Surviving are his wife of 62 years the former Connie Roberts, and a son James and his wife Marion Ciampi, Exeter and a daughter Susan and her husband Michael Holland, Old Forge.

Grandchildren James, Michael, Kyle, Merritt, and Carmen.

Also surviving is a sister Helen Shannon, Exeter.

Funeral services will be private for immediate family members.

Interment will be in West Pittston Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter.

To send the family an online condolence, or an expression of sympathy, please visit www.gubbiottifh.com