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Maria Cerbone Obituary

MARIA ELIZABETH FIORETTO CERBONE 83, of Stamford passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, December 11, 2011 at Long Ridge of Stamford. Born on July 11, 1928 in Naples, Italy daughter of Louisa and Giovanni Fioretto. Maria married Mario Cerbone Sr. November 3, 1947 they resided in the Bronx, NY where they established Cerbone Bakery . They later relocated to Stamford, CT where they opened Cerbone Bakery on Newfield Avenue in the Newfield Green Shopping Center. Maria worked side by side with her husband Mario and their three children. She was a well respected member of the Stamford Business Community. Maria was predeceased by her devoted husband Mario in 1992. She is survived by her loving daughter Roe Franchina and her husband Joseph and their two children Maria and Joseph, Esther Kijek and her husband Jerome and her children Frank and Anthony Grillo. Maria was predeceased by her beloved son Mario Marco Cerbone, Jr. and survived by his children Mario III, Justin and Ross Cerbone. Also surviving are her great grandchildren, A.J., Andon, Andriana and Gianni Cerbone. The first of nine children, Maria is survived by her siblings Baldina Montesano, Antonio Fioretto, Anna Sarnataro, Enza Bertacchi, Rosalia Riccardi and Fernanda Piwawar. She was predeceased by her two loving brothers Gianni and Giuseppe Fioretto. Maria loved being with her family, entertaining and cooking for them, she alway's loved a full house.Her favorite pastimes were playing cards, gardening, knitting and vacationing at the Jersey Shore in the town of Lavallette. Maria will be missed by all, especially by her family, her nieces, nephews and close friends who cherished her and her love of life. A funeral procession will be leaving The Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Avenue, Stamford, CT 06902 on Thursday, December 15, 2011 at 9:40 AM for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at Sacred Heart RC Church, 37 Schuyler Avenue, Stamford at 10:30 AM. Entombment will follow at Ferncliff Mausoleum, Hartsdale, NY. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 from 4:00-8:00 PM. Donations may be made in Maria's name to The National Centre for Padre Pio, Inc., 111 Barto Road Barto, PA 19504 "Remember that suffering is short-lived, but eternal is the reward". Padre Pio To leave online condolences, please visit www.cognetta.com

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Published by The Advocate on Dec. 13, 2011.

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December 22, 2011

Dearest Sister-in-law, Esther,
You have the biggest and most wonderful heart and when it breaks we all rush to pick up the pieces to help you put it back together. Time, and the love of friends and family will ease your pain. With special thoughts and deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time of loss.
Myra and Tom Kijek,
Stamford, CT

David Sottini

December 20, 2011

Dear Roe, Joe and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May God bless you're family and know that Mom is living her eternal life in heaven! I first met Mrs. Cerbone by doing business with her. That first visit together quickly grew into a mutual respect and a feeling like we new each other for years. A truly warm and loving woman she is. A wonderful sense of humor and a knack of driving a hard bargain. She will be loved and remembered by all the people she touched in her life. Warm regards always. Dave & Pattiann

Sue Dykstra

December 20, 2011

Esther and family-
I was very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Mother. Do find comfort in knowing she will rest in peace finally. My deepest sypathy goes out to you and your family in your time of sorrow. You will find peace in time and do know you are well thought of. Love always to you and your family.

Sue Dykstra

Joelle Lionetti Pisanelli

December 19, 2011

Roe,

Very sorry for your loss, MY thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

daniel gallichio

December 18, 2011

Dear Easter I am so Very sorry to of herd about Your Moms Passing. I know how much You Loved her and how great of a Person she was and always will be. She was One of a Kind and You were Lucky to of had such a Strong Great Mother. My Prayers are with You and Your whole Family. Love always Daniel Gallichio JR

daniel gallichio jr

December 18, 2011

Roe I am so very sorry to of herd from You that Your Mom had passed away. I wish I had got Your message that You had sent to me. I Feel so bad I was not there for You. I know Your Mom Is now at Peace and with Your Dad and Your Brother. She will be missed by so so many but She will never be forgotten. She was a great strong Person that had strong opinions values and for the Time In her Life she was Raised I feel she was way ahead of the Times she was Raised In She made what a full time Mom and Full Time business owner look so easy as she always worked side by side with Your Dad. She was a great Person and I will miss her so very Much. I am so very sorry for Your whole Family's loss. But I know that She Is so very Proud of You for the last 20 or more Years You have taken care of Her 24 / 7 and I never Once herd You say a bad word about doing It and that says a lot about You as a Person Roe You were her Child through and through and In the end You did such a great and adult thing and I give You so much Credit for the beautiful Obituary You did for Her. She was and always will be a great Person and You will see her again. My Prayers are with You and Your Family. Love You always Your Friend always . Daniel Gallichio JR

Rita Gerardo

December 16, 2011

Dear Esther and Roe,
We were so sorry to read about your mom's passing. She was a lovely lady and we will remember her fondly.
We will always remember when we met you all back in the 70's.

Our deepest sympathy.
Rita and Bill Gerardi

Nancy Rondano

December 15, 2011

Dear Esther, Jerry and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. I am thinking of you and am here if you need me. My prayers are with you at this very sad time.
With love,
Nancy

JoAnn Saandolo

December 15, 2011

Cerbone & Franchina Family

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your families. I did not know Mrs Cerbone for a very long time , but I new her long enough to know her well. And also to have fun lasting memories of her .She loved her family time, company and playing cards....
R.I.P Mrs Cerbone Sincerely JoAnn Sandolo & Family

December 15, 2011

Dear Esther, Jerry, Franki & Anthony,
We are sending you our sympathies in the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Love, Joyce & Cosmo Mirizio

Antonio Fioretto

December 15, 2011

Cara Zia Maria, il tuo sorriso resterà sempre nei nostri cuori .

Antonio, Barbara , Federica, Alessandra

Liz (Lepore) Powers

December 14, 2011

Esther, Roe, and families - Your mother was a special person with a big heart. I have fond memories of working at the bakery with all of you and cleaning those cases with the hottest water we could stand and your mom making sure it was done right! I wish only happy memories to fill your hearts and that God keeps your Mom, Dad, and Mario with him in peace. With much love to all.

ROBERTO DE ROSA

December 14, 2011

Dear Esther and family,
Really sorry to hear of the loss of our beloved cousin Maria.
Although we can't be with you at this moment of grief, we want you to know that our hearts go out to you all and that Maria will remain in our hearts forever.
Deepest sympathy.
Roberto, Chantal, Marco and Eric de Rosa - Novara Italy

ROBERTO DE ROSA

December 14, 2011

Dear Esther and Family,
Really sorry to hear of the loss of our beloved cousin Maria.
Although we can't be with you at this moment of grief, we want you to know that our hearts go out to you all and that Maria will remain in our hearts forever.
Deepest sympathy.
Roberto, Chantal, Marco and Eric de Rosa
Novara-Italy

Ennio de Rosa

December 14, 2011

Ricordandoti con tanto affetto. Ennio e Carla de Rosa

December 14, 2011

Roe, Esther & families,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. There's comfort knowing there is no further suffering, and that she is at peace. You have beautiful memories which you'll hold dear to your heart and that will keep her spirit alive in your daily lives.
With Love,
Enza (Sciarretta) Pisano

Joanne Spadafino Luiso

December 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers to you and your family..love Joanne

Marilena & Jennifer Forte & Family

December 14, 2011

Dear Roe & Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Prayers and thoughts are with you all. May she rest in peace.

Sally Sanford

December 14, 2011

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Sally Sanford, Marr & Caruso Realty

Lana Cerbone Fahey

December 13, 2011

Dear Aunt Mary,
I remember all the good times we had in New York and Lavallette. When my Dad was trying to teach me to ride a bike, I crashed into a parked car and smashed my knee. You yelled at him that he had no patience, cleaned me up and the next day you taught me how to ride in a few hours. You were always very loving and welcomed anyone who came to your house with open arms.
Even though we didn't see each as often as I would have liked, I always thought of you with love and admiration.
Aunt Mary, you will always be in my thoughts and I will miss you. Rest in Peace.
Love, Lana, Al, Marc, Cathy, Dante, Gabriella, Aidan, Lisa, Kevin, Natalia, Alec, Juliana, Matt, Alana, Joe, Tyler, A.T., Amanda and Mason

Michele Cali

December 13, 2011

Dear Roe,
Sorry for the lost of your mom. She will be your angel watching over you and your family. Her life and memories go on. She is at peace with your dad and brother, they are together now. May you find comfort in her memories and the love she gave to you. Your mom will always be beside you. Rest in peace Maria. Love Michele

Kristin Hertz

December 13, 2011

Dear Esther, ,Jerry, Frank and Anthony,
So sorry to hear of your Mother. You spoke of her with much
tenderness. Know my family and I are keeping your family in our thoughts. Lean on your family and friends in times of sorrow. God Bless. Kris Hertz

Liz and Rich D'Amico

December 13, 2011

Roe and Family.
Words cannot express our sadness on the loss of "Mama". She certainly was a special person. She is finally at peace and can be with your Dad and brother. Although she is no longer here she lives in the hearts of the people she knew and the lives she touched.

Liz and Rich D'Amico and family

Debbie Karwon

December 13, 2011

To Esther, Jerry, Frank and Anthony,
Es, I was very sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I know how much you loved her and thought of her every day. May God and the thoughts and prayers of your friends help you and your family through this difficult time. May she rest in peace. God bless you, Jerry and the boys.

Janice & Stan Cackowski

December 13, 2011

Dear Esther, Jerry & family. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you during this most difficult time. May you find peace in knowing your friends are here for you in your time of sorrow. God bless you

jackie dudek

December 13, 2011

Dear Roe and Family, Lets just say she is home with your Dad and your brother her work here was done. They needed another Angel up there she will suffer no more she is at peace and that should bring you comfort. All your great memories should keep you very busy. May God Bless you all and just know that she will be watching over you always Love always Jackie

Lorri Tamburro

December 13, 2011

Roe
There are no words we can say to ease your pain. The loss of a mother is one of life's most painful experiences. God will grant you special angels to carry you through the next few days.

With all our love
Ronnie and Lorri

Rena Field

December 13, 2011

Dear Ester and Roe, my condolences to you both and your entire family. Ester I recall running into you over the past couple of years and how you spoke so lovingly about your mom. May fond memories of your mom fill you both with comfort over time.

Angela Greges

December 13, 2011

Roe I remember your Mom well...she was a sweet and kind women....I remember she went to D.C. And visited the White House and said to me that her home was better than that house...she said a home is always better than house...I have never forgotten that. God Bless you Roe and your family in this time of sorrow..my deepest sympathy...love Angela

December 13, 2011

My dearest Roe and your beautiful family,
I am so sorry for what you are all going through and how heavy your hearts are. There are no words that can explain that feeling.
May you find peace in knowing that you always took such good care of her and that she adored you beyond belief. Take comfort in knowing that she is at rest, no more pain. She is exactly where she has wanted to be, right by the love of her lifes side, your dad. Mario is right there with them, watching them dance, laugh and play a hand of cards together.
They all will watch over you for the rest of yours and your families lives.
The days ahead will be filled with much reminiscing throughout the past years. Treasure the memories.
Keep moms, dads and Mario's spirit alive.
You know that I am here for you.... xo

Always With Love,
MaryBattinelli (can you just hear her say my name? One word....)

joanne lockwood

December 13, 2011

Dear Joe, Roe and children:

So sorry to hear about your Mom. I am
recovering from hip surgery again and am
not able to get around too well, but I want you to know you did one heck of a
job Roe. May she RIP. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Love,
Joanne Lockwood

Henry Cerbone

December 13, 2011

Aunt Mary, I remember when I was younger you were the only one to get me in the ocean and you taught me to swim and not to be afraid. When I was older I would come to you for advice and when I needed someone to talk to my Dad for anything you were the one I turned to everytime. You were the strength of the Cerbone family and at times the voice of reason. Your home was always open to me and my family no matter what was happening around us. I truly loved you and will miss you. You will always be in my heart for all you did. Thank you. Rest in Peace.... Your Loving Nephew, Henry, Bonnie, Jason, Matthew, Beth and Nicholas

Paula Cacciacarne

December 13, 2011

"May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief"
Mrs. Cerbone will be always loves and missed. She will be in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to your family. I love you all.
- Love Paula Cacciacarne

Danielle Russo-Slugh

December 13, 2011

Dear Roe and Family -
We are so sorry for your loss but know that mom is in a much better place. She was an incredible person and her best qualities live on in you and your kids. She will be missed. xoDanielle Russo-Slugh

Miche'le Perna

December 13, 2011

Roe, so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your entire family during this most difficult time. XO

Mary Battinelli

December 13, 2011

My dearest Roe and your beautiful family,
Words can't say how saddened I am for you. The days ahead will be filled with family stories, reminiscing through the years. Memories to cherish forever. You took very good care of her and she adored you. Take comfort that she is no longer in any pain and now dancing with your dad, playing cards,and right where she wanted to always be, with the love of her life, your dad. And of course your brother Mario.
May God Bless all of you through this difficult time.
xo
The Battinelli Family

Joanne Moavero

December 13, 2011

To the Cerbone family....we were very sorry to hear of Maria's passing. She was our mother's roommate at Long Ridge. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you all. RIP Mrs. Cerbone.
Joanne Moavero, Nancy & Dennis Arcano

Doc & Marie Marino

December 13, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

leanore battinelli

December 13, 2011

Ro, and family our thoughts and prayers are with you. A mothers loss is... my she rest in peace and bring down to you some peace. love to all

Joseph Bobinski

December 13, 2011

Esther, Jerry and Family
Our hearftfelt sympathy in the passing of you mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn her loss. May God grant her eternal rest and let perpetual light shine upon her.

Joe and Kim Bobinski

Mary Iorfino - Bialy

December 13, 2011

To the entire Cerbone family Your mother was an amazing lady and will be missed

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