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Timothy A. Cerutti

Timothy Cerutti Obituary

Cerutti, Timothy A.

Sun. June 28, 2020. Loving family man leaves behind his wonderful wife Barb Cerutti; 3 children, Ben Cerutti (wife Lisa), Maggie Dunlop (Husband Matt), and Michael Cerutti; and 2 grandchildren, Henry and Adelyn. Tim built a legacy as a lifelong teacher, camp leader and coach, he was a mentor to anyone who needed it and befriended everyone. Choose to be Happy.

Services: There will not be a service at this time. Please honor his legacy by donating to one of the following charities. American Cancer Society - www.cancer.org, Lymphoma Research Fund www.lymphoma.org, National MS Society www.nationalmssociety.org

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Published by Post - Dispatch on Jul. 1, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Timothy Cerutti

30 Entries

Jim Stinson

September 1, 2024

Mr. Cerutti was my 6th grade teacher at Mt. Hope Elementary school in O'Fallon MO, 78'-79'. Along with Mr. Bradley, the other 6th grade teacher, I never knew two more popular teachers in my life. I always wondered where Mr. Cerutti went once he was no longer at Mt. Hope and how he was doing. I wish I searched sooner, as I would have liked to see him one more time.
Jim Stinson FZ class 1985

Robin Kelly

December 8, 2021

Prayers and condolences to the Cerutti family. I am very sad to hear the news. Mr. C was my 6th grade teacher at Green Trails awesome person, and humble spirit, and had compassion for each student. He will always be in my heart as a teacher that changed the outlook of my life just by his kind actions, and his infectious laugher and smile. RIP Mr. C. Robin Former GT student

Kelly Straeter

November 7, 2021

Mr Cervtti was my teacherin 6th grade 1980-81 class--my favorite teacher. He not only taught school, but also taught life long lessons. The Princess Bride is still my favorite book, not because of the story, but because it reminds me of Mr Cervtti and the lessons he taught. Mr Cervtti made the world a better place.

Phil Lin

September 4, 2021

I was Tim's student in his first year at Green Trails. No one knew what to expect from the "new teacher" but his skill, leadership, infectious energy and caring were apparent from day one. The year I spent in Tim's 6th grade classroom opened a new world to me because he dared us to dream. He remains one of the greatest influences in my life and I still think of him many decades later. I recall that he wrote in my yearbook that he was privileged to teach me, when in reality it was our greatest privilege to learn so much about life from this amazing man. Rest in peace, Mr. C. Barbara and family - my deepest condolences and thank you for sharing Tim with his many generations of students. He changed all of our lives.

The Scherzers

June 7, 2021

We have so much respect for Mr Cerutti. He was fair, principled, and caring. Miss his infectious smile.
A favorite teacher.

David Flassing

February 3, 2021

I was lucky enough to have Mr. Cerutti as my sixth grade teacher at Green Trails School in 1981. The books he introduced us to-The Princess Bride, Watership Down, The Hobbit, Where the Red Fern Grows-and the way he read from, them was magical. He was also an incredible sports instructor in the after school programs he ran. I can still remember him asking teams before a game began to call head´s or tails to decide who started with the ball or batted first. He never had a coin-you just learned to always call heads. Truly a great guy.

Julia Lim

January 1, 2021

Mr Cerutti was my 6th grade teacher at Green Trails. Such an inadequate statement for conveying the impact he has had on my lifelong intellectual curiosity. He stands out among amazing educators I´ve been blessed to experience - Joe Nye and Simon Schama at Harvard, Lester Thurow at MIT, to name a few. He was the best kind of teacher - not because he knew everything, but because he wanted us to know everything, all the things. He taught us pre-algebra in 6th grade. He read us The Hobbit. He taught us how to juggle. He taught us how banking worked by creating a mini economy in his classroom where we "earned" a paycheck by doing tasks (I was a banker) and then paid for things he would bring in with checks that he taught us to fill out from our "accounts". In 6th grade! And as far as I could see, he made this curriculum up himself. We were so lucky. He was an outstanding unforgettable educator. My thoughts and heartfelt prayers go to his family. He will be sorely missed.

Pam Wieberg

September 30, 2020

His random acts of kindness have always stuck with me and he was a wonderful teacher to my daughter. Best wishes on the next journey.

Patti Atkinson

September 29, 2020

I'm a parent of a student from Green Trails and Parkway Central. Mr. Cerutti was such a wonderful, caring teacher that I will always remember him. I volunteered and the school and had hoped that he would be my son's teacher. When the did the middle school split that was not possible, but he remembered the students from Green Trails and was still there for them. I remember him helping my son, who was not one of his students, but he cared for all the students. He was available to help them, care for them, encourage them. I extend my sympathy to his wife, children and grandchildren. I know he will be missed.

Esthere Scott

July 28, 2020

Mr. Cerutti was my 6th-grade teacher at Green Trails. He always had the kindest smile and I remember how much I was challenged (in a good way) by being in his Reading class. He was soooo much fun at 6th grade camp as well. Little did I know, how the education world was so small. I attended and graduated from Harris-Stowe and the woman who always took care of me and checked in on me, Ms. Beeson, was also his instructor at Harris-Stowe as well. My life as an educator is so much richer having known and learned from Mr. Cerutti.

Joe Stumpf

July 10, 2020

From when I first met Tim at Harris Teachers College, I saw that he was as genuine as they come. The first impression that he made on anyone is the one that stayed with them, because he was always the same. My condolences to you and your family, Barb.

Tom Wissler

July 7, 2020

Great memories on Knox Avenue as a kid! God bless Tim. From Fr. Tom Wissler

Patrick Monterosso

July 7, 2020

Accept my condolences on Tims passing. I played softball
Against Tim. Great guy and real gentlemen.

The Waxes

July 3, 2020

Tim, you were a role model for our sons. You taught them kindness, respect and a love for reading! Your devotion to your students at Green Trails will be remembered.

Norbert Greise

July 2, 2020

Tim was my 8th Grade teacher at St. Boniface who made smooth the transition from SSMJ, that had closed, against the stoic nuns!!!
He wanted to give us a head start on Algebra before we hit the highschools!!!
Tim was a decent. fair and likeable teacher!!!

Sue Bartlow McFarland

July 2, 2020

The Southwest High School Class of 1968 extends it's deepest sympathy and prayers for Tim's family. RIP fellow Longhorn.

Tom Haake

July 2, 2020

e was a good coach and always had a smile on his face. As a young umpire I love umpiring the Webster Groves Softball team because I always looked forward seeing him there. I remember seeing him smiling whenever our umpiring crew came onto the field. He will be missed and I will miss him. He was such a good coach and also a good guy to be around with.
Thomas Haake

Carolyn Ellis

July 2, 2020

Mr Cerutti was my favorite teacher. Reflecting just now I realize he was only part of my adolescent life for 1 1/2 years but made such an impression. He got in trouble from the nuns at St Boniface because our 8th grade Play had the word Hell in it. Ill never forget his awesome reaction (like really!?). He was also my softball and hockey coach (I was awful in sports and gladly I was able to laugh about it many years later with him).
In the late 80s Mr Cerutti volunteered as a consultant when I worked for the Cardinals/STL Museum (for an educational program). This is also when I found out he had MS (he said he was running bases playing softball and his foot dragged). I wish we would have stayed in touch. RIP Mr Cerutti.

Judy (Laws) Proffitt

July 2, 2020

Tim could always be counted on to help in whatever way he could. I'm grateful we were friends.

Nancy Birkenmeier Katzenberger

July 1, 2020

Mr. C. was an amazing teacher who truly cared about all his students. Condolences to all his family.

July 1, 2020

My most most memorable and favorite teacher. He instilled a love of learning and reading and introduced us to rabbits and hobbits. What a warm heart, creative mind and inspiring man. Prayers of peace and love to his family. He spoke of you often in the classroom at Green Trails.

Donald J Menendez

July 1, 2020

just happened to look at obits today and saw Tim's passing. He was my camp leader and softball coach back in the early/mid 70's . i remember a terrific arm and a helluva athlete. sad to come across this. much love to his family and much love to Tim - i remember you well. Don Menendez

Joyce Kirst

July 1, 2020

Tims wonderful wit and genuine smile were gifts to us all. Our hearts are with Barb and the whole family.

Woody Zenfell Jr

July 1, 2020

Very sorry. He was a wonderful guy

Mary Scotino

July 1, 2020

An amazing teacher, and friend. Prayers to his family and friends. It means a lot to have such an impact on someone for over 40 years, Thank you Mr C.

Don Re

July 1, 2020

I went through four years of High School and some athletic forays with Tim. He was always kind spirited and a pleasure to be around.
He was also quite the athlete and taunted me at one on ones in gym
My prayers and heart felt condolence to Tim's family.

Ron Kelam

July 1, 2020

I was a High School Baseball teammate as well through
out the years playing softball as teammates and against each other. I had the highest degree of respect for Tim as the ultimate teammate and good human being!
My prayers are with Barb and family. RIP...Tim

Ellen Clark

July 1, 2020

Cant imagine a WGHS softball game without him. Our hearts are broken.

Ron Auer

July 1, 2020

I am an old ball playing friend of Tim's. He truly had a kind heart and never a discouraging word.
My condolences to the family.

Ron Auer

Annette Menendez Jones

July 1, 2020

He was an awesome coach and teacher. He will be remembered and missed by many who's lives he touched.

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