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Anthony Cerrone Obituary
WORCESTER - Anthony G. Cerrone,82 of Worcester died peacefully Tuesday March 4, 2014 at home surrounded by his loving family. He leaves his devoted wife of 61 years Janet L. (Farrar) Cerrone, a son James A. Cerrone and his wife Elizabeth of Lawton Oklahoma, a daughter Lynn A. Restuccia and her husband John of Worcester. Anthony was the doting grandfather to Jamie, James "Tony"and Katie, also great grandfather to 7 great grandchildren. Anthony is also survived by two sisters; Catherine Lemerise, and Natalie Aspero, as well as a sister in law Anna Cerrone, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a grandson Cpt. Michael Cerrone who was killed in Enduring Freedom in Iraq. Anthony was also predeceased by a brother Albert Cerrone, and sisters, Helen Tyan, and Mary Breault.
Anthony was born in Worcester son of the late Antonio and Teresa (Marcoccio) Cerrone and has lived here all his life. Anthony was a graduate of Worcester Jr. College and attended both Clark University and Worcester Polytechnic Institute. He served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Anthony worked as an Industrial Engineer for Worcester, Millbury and Grafton Wyman Gordon Company plants for over 35 years before he retired. He was a long time active member of the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, and enjoyed playing handball. He was also a 50 year member of the YMCA. However his most treasured times were those spent with his family. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Anthony's funeral will be held on Monday March 10, from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 370 Plantation St. with a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00AM in the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes 1290 Grafton St. Visiting hours with the family will be held on Sunday from 3:00PM to 6:00PM in the funeral home. Interment will be in St. Johns Cemetery.In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the VNA Care Network/Hospice 120 Thomas St. Worcester, MA.01608-1280.To leave a message of condolence or share a special memory of Anthony please visit his memorial site at (mercadantefuneral.com)
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Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Cerrone
Lynn Restuccia
March 5, 2025
Eleven years without you seems like a lifetime. I miss your hugs. I muss our dance everynight before you went to bed. I miss your wisdom and guidance. You'll always be my hero. I love you Dad.
March 4, 2024
Dad, 10 years ago today you left us. We've had some struggles, some good days and some not so good days. Through it all your spirit is with us. You have 13 great grandchildren that would have made you so happy. Oh how you loved kids. You would be proud of each and everyone of them. You'd be proud of mom too. She too has her struggles, but her faith remains strong and she knows she will be with reunited you.
March 5, 2023
Miss you everyday! Love you forever.
February 15, 2022
Missing you so very much today! Wishing you were here to hug.
Lynn Restuccia
February 27, 2020
Truly the best Dad a little girl could ever hope to have....missing you so very much.
February 26, 2019
We all miss you so very much...until we meet again
MELISSA PACE
March 23, 2014
Dear Auntie Janet, Lynn & Jimmy and your families ~
I am so incredibly sorry for the loss of Uncle Harpo. He was a truly wonderful man with a truly wonderful family. I struggle to find many people as kind and loving as he was. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Always,
Melissa Breault Pace
March 16, 2014
Jimmy and Betty Cerrone, we are so sorry to hear about your recent loss. The whole Bergman family sends you both big hugs and you are in our prayers! We know you have always been there for us and, although we may not be there physically, you are in our thoughts and conversations. God bless! Karen McCann (Bergman) and the rest of the Pioneer Road clan.
Jim Rossow
March 9, 2014
To Tony's Family,
I am very greatful to have had the pleasure to work with Tony for many years. Always a gentlemen, consistently professional, and most importantly a friend whose friendship came so naturally. God Bless.
Sue (Pignataro) Rinaldi
March 8, 2014
Dear Cerrone Family,
So very sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Cerrone when I was growing up on Blithewood and he was always such a nice man. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Michael, Trish, Nick and Chris Mucci
March 8, 2014
Lynn, our hearts go out to you and your family at this very difficult time. He will be missed by all.
Diane Aspero Martin
March 8, 2014
Dearest Auntie Janet, Jimmy, Lynn, and the rest of the family,
There are no words to express the sadness with the loss of Uncle Harpo, the only solace is that he is at peace and he is reunited with Michael along with the rest of our loved ones.
May God Bless all of you; giving you the strength each and every day to help subside the emptiness and pain of your grief.
I love you all, very much. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Uncle Harpo, I love you so very much; I'll miss you always.
March 8, 2014
I played many games of Handball with Tony. He was a great player and most all a "true" gentleman.
I am sure he will be missed. Sorry for your lost.
Sid Freedman
Raymond Esper
March 8, 2014
March 08, 2014
Janet, Jimmy, & Lynn ...... Condolances on the passing of Tony, a truly wonderful man. Many fond memories of your Dad as he taught us the reality of life ..... Hard work, loyalty, family. May he rest in peace and his memory be Eternal.
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Bill & Cindy Witkowski
March 8, 2014
Lynn, sorry for the loss of your dad. we only met once but he seemed so nice. And he raised a great family. hope your Mom is ok.
March 7, 2014
Whoever you hold in your heart Is forever and always a part of you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Megan Riendeau
March 7, 2014
Lynn,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. We both know how hard it is to lose a parent. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Chris and Diane Firth
March 7, 2014
To Jamie and Katie and your family
The Courtois's are so very sorry to hear about your grandfather. May god watch over you all in this difficult time.
Love Mary and Marty Courtois(Megs parents)
Jamie Frederick
March 7, 2014
From playing with pots and pans and pretending to cook with me, making us snow forts, making us ice cream, helping you in your garden, and sitting every night watching us play outside listening to Kenny Rogers with a beer in your hand. Those are the best years I remember and will never forget. I love you more than words can express and I know your smiling above.
If you wanna find gold
Go looking in the mountains
If you wanna find silver
Go digging in stones
If you wanna find heaven
Go reading in the Bible
If you wanna find love
Go looking at home!
RIP Grampa! I'll miss you! XOXOXO
Charlene Plona
March 6, 2014
Jamie and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God give you the strength that you need.
DONNA CASTONGUAY
March 6, 2014
I KNOW HOW HEART BROKEN HARPO WAS, WHEN YOU LOST MICHAEL. I HOPE YOU FIND PEACE IN KNOWING THEY ARE TOGETHER. HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED, SOMEDAY WE WILL ALL BE MEETING AGAIN, LOVE YOU GUYS.
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