Michael Marino

Michael Marino, 82, of Worcester, passed away peacefully, Monday, July 7th 2008, in his home surrounded by his devoted daughters. Michael's wife of 49 years Ann L. "Mickey" (Adams) Marino passed away in January of 2004. Mike is survived by his cherished and devoted four daughters, Elizabeth A. "Betty" Cerrone and her husband Brigadier General James Cerrone, (retired) of Lawton, Oklahoma, Anita M. Gaffney and her husband Richard of Paxton, Lisa M. Demers and her husband Norman of Sutton, Michelle A. Hipsky and her husband Harold of Willington Ct. seven adored grandchildren; a great granddaughter; his business partner and best friend Anthony "Tony" D'Ascanio of Worcester; many nieces, nephews and friends. A grandson, Capt. Michael A. Cerrone, U.S.Army was killed in action in Iraq in November of 2006. Three brothers, Nicholas, Dominick, and Joseph Marino and two sisters, Mary Marino and Carmella Maggard also predeceased him. Mike was born in Worcester, a son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Marrinacci) Marino. Mike served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II and has lived here all his life. Michael co-owned and operated the D'Ascanio and Marino service center on Grafton St. over 50 years before retiring. He was a member of the Vernon Hill Post American Legion. Mike enjoyed playing cribbage, fishing, gardening and most of all his family. His wife, daughters and grandchildren were central to his life. He cherished them, their accomplishments and their company. Mike's funeral will be held Friday, July 11th from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. with a mass at 10:30 a.m. in Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church, 24 Mulberry St. Burial will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery. Friends and relatives are invited to visit with the family Thursday, July 10th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas St. Worcester or the Worcester County Food Bank, 474 Boston Tpke, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.