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Albert Cerrone Obituary
He leaves his wife, Anna M. (Sera) Cerrone; three sons, Alan J. Cerrone and his wife, Linda of Mt. Airy, Maryland, David P. Cerrone and his wife, Judy of Shrewsbury and Paul A. Cerrone and his wife, Mary Grace of Shrewsbury; three sisters, Catherine R. Lemerise of Auburn, Helen J. Tyan of Worcester and Natalie Aspero of Shrewsbury; a brother, Anthony Cerrone of Worcester; 7 grandchildren, Jeffrey, Jennifer, Tara, Angela, Christopher, Paul Jr., and Daniel; two great grandchildren, Jacob and Hailey; also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Mary Breault of Worcester.
Mr. and Mrs. Cerrone celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary on June 6th. He was born in Worcester, son of the late Antonio and Theresa (Martocci) Cerrone and had lived in Shrewsbury for 65 years.
Mr. Cerrone had worked for the Shrewsbury Highway Department for 35 years, retiring in 1988. During the 35 years he served various positions within the Department and retired as the Highway Superintendent, Tree Warden and Pesticide Supervisor. Al served three years in the U.S. Navy during World War II aboard the Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. Wasp in the South Pacific.
He was a member of St. Anne's Church and a former member of the Adelphi Council of the Knights of Columbus # 4181, both in Shrewsbury. Al was also a member of the Massachusetts Highway Association; Worcester County Highway Superintendent's Association; American Public Works Association; Worcester County Tree Warden Association; Worcester County Tree Warden and Foresters Association; Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission; and he was chairman of the Executive Board of the Transportation Planning Advisory Group. He also was a member of the Men's Friends Club at the Shrewsbury Senior Center and the Greendale YMCA Men's Club.
Al loved to play golf, a good game of cards and dominos. His family was his whole world and he will be greatly missed. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Al's family on Friday, July 6th from 4-7 p.m. in the Britton-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, 648 Main Street, Shrewsbury. His funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, July 7th at 10 A.M. in Saint Anne's Church, 130 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, Shrewsbury. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Saint Anne's Human Services, 130 Boston Turnpike, MA 01545. For directions and Al's personal online guestbook, please visit
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Memories and Condolences
for Albert Cerrone
Jeanne Smith
July 11, 2007
Dear Ann & Family,
I have been away since July 2nd. I am so sorry to hear of Al's passing. I am also sorry, I could not attend his services. Our families have been connected for so many years and my memories of Al will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Alan, Paul and David in this time of sorrow. Please accept my deepest sympathy.....Jeanne (Leroux) Smith
sandra leroux
July 6, 2007
Dear Ann,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your husband Al. I am sure you and your family will miss his presence. Best Wishes,
Sandra Leroux
Chris Olsson
July 5, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. Take care.
Paul Kenary
July 5, 2007
Please accept my sincere condolance for your loss. I enjoyed meeting Al on my rounds with the Shrewsbury Police Dept.
Jane Gabriel
July 5, 2007
Dear Auntie Anna, Alan, David, & Paul,
My heart aches with yours. I love you all and am lifting you in prayer.
Love,
Jane
Linda Lemelin
July 5, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bob Jerszyk
July 5, 2007
Sorry for your loss. Al was one of the good guys. I remember him from The Tree Wardens Meetings years ago. May he rest in peace.
Mary Wigglesworth
July 5, 2007
Dear Anna & family,
So sorry for your loss. My love and prayers to you.xo
Your 'friend' 9:00 A.M. Sunday Mass at St. Anne's.
Denise Shailer
July 4, 2007
Dear Ann and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers and thoughts to all of you.
Much Love,
Georgette, Neil & Denise
Bob & Leonora Ryan
July 4, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob & Leonora Ryan
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