Anthony G. Cerrone

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)