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Michael Cerrigone Obituary

Michael T. Cerrigone III VIRGINIA BEACH - Michael T. Cerrigone III entered into rest Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, at his residence. Michael is survived by family and friends who will miss his presence dearly: his mother, Cathleen P. (Thomas) Naftal; father, Michael J. Cerrigone; grandmother, Gloria A. Cerrigone; daughter, Ava M. Cerrigone; girlfriend, Nikki Jones; sister, Michelle Cerrigone; brothers, James Cerrigone, Jason Naftal, Robert Naftal; a host of other relatives and friends. Michael had a kind and generous heart to all, and a devoted love for his daughter, Ava. His bulldogs, Ruby and Taylor, held a special place in his heart as well. A gathering was held Monday, Nov. 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. and at 6 to 8 p.m. and a memorial service today, Dec. 1, at 2 p.m. in Beach Fellowship Christian Church, 1817 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, 2009.

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Joseph Tloczkowski

April 19, 2022

Old friends names surfaced in my mind and it´s here that I found you. Hard to believe it´s been so long. You were a good dude. We shared many of laughs and good times. Hope you´re keepin´ em rollin´ in Heaven. To Ava, I see your message is recent, and my heart goes out to you. If you´d like to hear more about your dad, I´m sure I can dig up some great stories. He was one of a kind! Feel free to reach out anytime. God bless

Ava Cerrigone

February 9, 2022

It's been almost 13 years and I still can't believe it. I wish I remembered you, it gets harder every year. I miss you dad.

Carol Imandt

November 17, 2010

My heartfelt condolences to my friend Cathy and the Cerrigone/Naftal/Gretschel families on the upcoming anniversary of Michael's death. I will always remember all the fun times we shared when he was a child. His life touched mine then in a very special way and at a time when my own life was difficult and in transition. Even though I hadn’t seen Michael in over 25 years, the news of his passing was painful to hear.

Michael had a great zest for life in general which I always found contagious when I was with him. Once he and I went to the local pizzeria for lunch. We both ordered one slice regular – I thought the pizza was nothing special and in fact it was undercooked. Michael though was ecstatic about his slice -"Wow, this is GREAT!" he announced after every bite. His enthusiasm was so infectious that after awhile mine started tasting better – so much so that by the time we left somehow I decided that it just might have been the best slice of pizza I had ever had in my life.

Those were great years Mikey – made better because of you.

Stephanie

December 6, 2009

My condolences to the entire family. VERY sad to hear such devastating news. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

December 6, 2009

We will all miss Michael, he had a deep love for his mother, and his daughter Ava.
Jake

Paul Gretschel

December 5, 2009

Cerrigone/Naftal family. I cannot imagine your pain. We are all so sorry to hear about Michael.
with love,

Uncle Paul
Aunt Karen
Alanna
Catherine

christina vicale

December 3, 2009

mikey, as i knew you,
i will always remember our family camping trips and all the fun we always had. you'll forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
aunt christina

elizabeth (lizzie) nash

December 3, 2009

dear cerrigone family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. mike was a wonderful person and his love for ava was so strong. may god give you the strength that you may need at this time. I will hold on to all the wonderful times I had with mike. may god bless your family

Caroline Robinson

December 2, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Cerrigone family.I didnt get a chance to really know Mike but the time that we got to hang out together at my moms pool this pass summer was a lot of fun.Our daughters got to swim and play.Both of our families had a lot fun together.It was a good day.I hope that you can some how find the strength to get through this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Caroline Robinson
(a friend)

Eric Compton

December 1, 2009

Our prayers are with your family during your time of loss. God Bless

Jim Pasqualone

December 1, 2009

On behalf of Pasqualone's of Vero Beach Florida I would like to send our condolences and many prayers to the entire Cerrigone family and their friends and relatives on the tragic loss of Michael III.

Tammy Wike

December 1, 2009

Dear Cerrigone Family,
I knew your son to always be a happy, go lucky kinda guy. He was a customer at my tanning salon, and I helped him with the opening of his salon. He was so giving, and kind, hard working. I considered him a true friend, and an admirable person, God Bless you and your family, in this sad and confusing time. May God be with you all.

Barbara & Michael Moseler

November 30, 2009

Cerrigone Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Just returned to town and were shocked to hear the news. Our toughts and prayers are with you.

Angelo Economou

November 30, 2009

What a terrible loss we are all feeling. I had dinner with Mike on monday he was always there for me and my family. I lost the best friend I ever had.Our memories of Mike will never be forgotten.Mike wasnt just a friend Mike was part of the Economou family.My prayers are with you.

PLH

November 30, 2009

Mike, my thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. I can only imagine their pain. I was glad I had a chance to get to know you if even briefly. May your daughter always be 'wrapped' in your love and protection. I know you'll be missed.

Susan

November 30, 2009

Lynn, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Just cherish the memories.

Chad Weekley

November 30, 2009

I am so sorry for the family and friends. The world lost a great person, he was caring and always there for a somebody. He helped me out alot by just being there. Mike I love you like a brother and you will be missed. Love ya brother!

Barbara

November 30, 2009

Lynn, you are in my thoughts and my prayers are with you and your family. Words cannot express how I feel for you and the pain you are going through. I know you were the one stable thing in his life.

Christina Deguzman

November 30, 2009

I am so sorry for the families loss. You all are in my prayers. Mikey...I love you man...hang in there. My heart aches for you and your family. Much Love & prayer,
Sincerely, Christina Deguzman

Karen Holliday

November 30, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy. I will miss our short hello`s and conversations. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen Holliday
(neighbor)

November 30, 2009

My Thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am so sorry for your loss. Mike can now watch over his child, Ava.

God Bless!

CJF

Terri and Bill Beigel

November 30, 2009

Dear Mike, we will miss you so much-you were like family to us. Love, Terri and Bill

Joyce Carlton

November 30, 2009

James and family, I am so very sorry for your tragic loss. We are thinking of you at this time. We will keep you in our prayers.

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