"For many years I've watched him in movies and on TV... And more recently I've enjoyed immensely his wise guys YouTube spots.... I'll miss him!!! For his dear family and friends take comfort in knowing NONE SHALL SLEEP NOR CRY ... And we shall see him again in Gods Kingdom!!!"
– Tim Chestnut,
Myrtle Beach, SC, Jul 21, 2016
Cha Cha's bar
"I am sorry to learn of the passing of Cha Cha. In July 2015, I was visiting NYC and I stopped by Cha Cha's because it was one of the places on Mulberry Street that did not have a staff person in front hawking the establishment. I had a nice glass of Cha Cha's wine, then met Karen and we had a good chat. She told me the person sitting in front was Cha Cha, and I knew I had chosen the right place to stop by, as he was very relaxed and personable talking with various people. My deepest condolences to the Ciarcia family,"
– Bruce Eng,
CA, Jun 05, 2016
"I just learned of his passing. I worked for him for a few years. The last time I saw him, he offered me my job again. Such a big heart. He will be deeply missed. Rest in Peace Cha Cha."
– Roseanne D'Angelo,
Katonah, NY, Feb 26, 2016
"" Sorry of the loss of John... I always see him now in his many acting parts and remember him like that ""
– Raymond Ciarcia,
Airmont, NY, Feb 17, 2016
"Cha Cha was an amazing man who fed our souls. Much love to his family, my memories of him are so fond and so delicious. A great man!"