ANTHONY E. DeCERBO

Anthony E. DeCerbo, 79, of Glenville, unexpectedly passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2009. Born in Schenectady on September 6, 1930, he was the son of the late Peter and Antoinette (nee: Tagliaferro) DeCerbo. He was raised and educated in the local area and was a graduate of Nott Terrace High School. During the Korean Conflict, Anthony served with the United States Army. He was a communicant of St. Joseph's Church in Scotia. He was employed by General Electric Co. in Schenectady for many years in the promotional sales department until his retirement. After retirement, he worked as a teacher's aide for special education students in Scotia-Glenville Schools. He was a member and Past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus and was an active member and founding parent of Down Syndrome Aim High. Anthony was a sports enthusiast and was a NY Yankees fan. He will be remembered as a proud and dedicated father and loving husband. Married on April 5, 1975, Anthony is survived by his wife, Marilyn (nee: Bacon) DeCerbo. He is also survived by his daughters, Jennifer DeCerbo of Scotia and Marcie DeCerbo of Albany; his brother, Richard DeCerbo of Binghamton; his sister, Carmel Dorazio of Scotia; his sister-in-law, Gert DeCerbo of Saratoga; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Michael DeCerbo. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, First St., Scotia, followed by interment in Park Cemetery, Scotia. The family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday from 10 until 11 a.m. at the church prior to services. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Wildwood Foundation, 2995 Curry Road Extension, Schenectady, NY 12303. To express condolences visit scott-barbieri.com.