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Federico Acerri Obituary
Federico (Fred) Acerri, born on July 20, 1938, passed away on April 12, 2020. Fred was an Air Force Veteran, graduate from Wayne State University and a retired Information Specialist from the Wayne County ISD. He was a lifelong self taught artist, known for his drawing (with prose) as his alter ego the "Mad Monk." He is predeceased by his parents Raniero and Stella Acerri. He is survived by his sister Mary Ann (Herb) Tschiggfrey, nephew Erik Tschiggfrey, niece Susan (Tim) Clark, close cousins Doug and Mary Lou and great nieces Stella and Julia, along with many close friends. A celebration of his life will be held at a later time.
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for Federico Acerri
April 19, 2020
Our sincerest condolences. Fred was great, very kind. We met him when my father, Richard, moved into Beechwood and became Fred and Ted's tablemate. We looked forward to visiting with all three of them most evenings. Fred was full of stories for us. Everyone loved him.
We will miss him.
Mike and Cheryl Narduzzi, father Richard.
Ayana Family
April 19, 2020
Freds sister (Grandma T.) made us feel like we personally knew him. She spoke of his wonderful art and humor. We pray for Gods peace and comfort over his loved ones.
Mike Zuelch
April 18, 2020
Sorry for your loss. I will miss his wit and sense of humor. I am sorry that I could not visit him before his passing. (Wil's nephew)
Kris Hillmer
April 17, 2020
So sorry for your loss. I will remember his wonderful art work and the trips we all went on together. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Loretta Bayma
April 17, 2020
So sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family in this time of sorrow. Prayers coming your way.
JG
April 17, 2020
So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort and hope bring the family peace and love.
Nancy Stanley
April 17, 2020
Fred 's musings and artwork will top my list of things I will remember about him. He shared so much of himself through his art and prose. He was also a skilled and avid researcher. There were many times I needed information related to my job and he was able to provide that information. He was a complex man who seemed to be tough on the outside, but he always had a heart of gold when we interacted. I will miss his dry humor, quick wit and loving communications. Rest in peace, my friend. N
Ronda Anton
April 17, 2020
My thoughts and prayers to the family during this difficult time.
Doug & Mary Lou Nemanic
April 16, 2020
Federico The Great and his best pal, The Mad Monk of Detroit enriched the lives of many people. Their musings, drawings, and paintings will continue to inspire and amuse. Fred often carried a camera and his visit to a bookstore provided a rare opportunity to photograph Andy Warhol . One of Fred's Warhol photos is in the permanent collection of the Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh.
April 16, 2020
Ted Barthel and I will miss him very much. We didn't know him very long or what a truly talented man he was. Rest in peace our friend.
Ted Barthel, table mate in dining room and friend
Judy Hija
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