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Gerard SIRECI Obituary

SIRECI - Gerard "Jerry", of West Islip, LI, in his 63rd year, on December 21, 2013. He is survived by his loving family, wife Donna (nee Viglietta), daughter Danielle, mother Joan Sireci and sister Janet Sireci. Gerard was predeceased by his father Edward Sireci. He will be sorely missed by his in-laws, nieces and nephews, lifelong friends and colleagues. Gerard attended New York University School of Engineering in the Bronx. He pledged to Phi Gamma Delta, "FIJI". He enlisted with the U.S. Army and served in Vietnam earning two Bronze Stars and other medals. He continued his education at the John Jay School of Criminal Justice and joined the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms as a Special Agent. He later joined the United States Customs Bureau where he retired in 2007. For his short lived life, Gerard served his country well here and abroad. Reposing at The Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons West Islip Funeral Home, 1225 Montauk Hwy. (1/4 mile west of the Robert Moss Cswy.). Visiting Thursday, December 26th, 2:00PM until 4:30PM and 7:00PM until 9:30PM. Celebration of the Liturgy of Christian Burial, Friday morning December 27th. Interment to follow at Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton, LI. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made in Gerard's loving memory to the Salvation Army of Suffolk County, 211 Blue Point Avenue, Blue Point, NY 11715.

Published by Newsday on Dec. 22, 2013.
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Dear Janet; Mary Ann and I are saddened to hear of the passing of your brother! We would love to be in touch with you, but no longer have your contact information. Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Carol Fox

October 17, 2014

Janet and Mrs Joan Sireci,
I just can't believe that Gerard is gone. He was such a sweet guy and always so nice when he and his family traveled to Maine to visit.
My deepest sympathies Janet and Joan!!

Patricia Frechette/Malcuit

August 14, 2014

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December 26, 2013

I will always remember Jerry as a good-humored, kind and sensible man, whom I first met on Bruce's boat somewhere on Great South Bay... for one of our friendly and fun group summer outings. Always some fishing, always some eating, always lively dialogue and always MANY LAUGHS ... great days and fond memories with the finest friends I know. Jerry, may you lovingly rest in peace. Love, Paula James

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Bruce Campbell

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Bruce Campbell

December 26, 2013

Jerry was an extremely devoted uncle and brother-in-law. He was teaching our teenaged daughter, Tara, to drive on Sundays, since he was a good and patient driving teacher. Even after he found out about his tumor he continued to take her out to drive with someone else in the car, of course. He remained upbeat and grateful for everyone in his life until his final days. His enduring spirit was one of the most impressive examples of humility and gratitude in a person that I have ever seen.
My entire family has been deeply touched by Jerry's kind spirit, intellect and great sense of humor.
We will miss him very much and talk about him often.
Love, Nancy, Bruce, Will and Tara Campbell

Nancy Campbell

December 24, 2013

Jerry, when you flew home from a job in Miami to be with my Mom during her final days displayed true character and integrity. It was much appreciated by our family. Your kindness never went unnoticed. You will be missed.
May the Lord accept and bless you always.

Mike & Dianna Viglietta

December 23, 2013

Jerry, Your wit, your intellect, your sense of humor, your genuine friendship are all sorely missed. May you rest in peace Sir! You are and you were, one of the absolute best people I ever had the honor of working with!

Dwight Powers

December 22, 2013

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