Jerry DiTerlizzi

Jerry J. DiTerlizzi, 84, of Shrewsbury, devoted family man and friend, passed away Thursday, January 24, 2008 in the University of Massachusetts hospital after being stricken ill at home. Jerry is survived by his devoted wife and partner of 58 years Rose Z. (Tonelli) DiTerlizzi; his three cherished daughters, Lucille F. Cernak and her husband Charles of Southampton, Ma, Brenda J. Smith and her husband Jay of West Boylston, Joni J. Milluzzo and her husband Anthony of Shrewsbury; his three adored grandchildren, Eric C. Cernak and his wife Sarah, Tyler L. and Erika R. Smith; his two brothers, Michael DiTerlizzi of Shrewsbury, George DiTerlizzi and his wife Lena of Chatham; his best friend Daisy Mae; many nieces, nephews and friends; His sister, Congetta "Connie" DiLeo pre deceased him. Jerry was born in Shrewsbury, a son of Mauro and Lucia (Ambrosono) DiTerlizzi. He graduated from Shrewsbury High School, served in the U.S. Army during World War II, and has lived in Shrewsbury all his life. Jerry worked many years as a bricklayer and plasterer for Tonelli Construction. Jerry had a zest for life who enjoyed playing Golf, with his wife, daughter and his friends. He was a member of the Froshinn Club in Shrewsbury, a member of Green Hill Country Club, and St Anne's Church. The funeral will be held Monday, January 28th from the MERCADNTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. with a Mass at 10:00 a.m. in St Anne's Church, 130 Boston Turnpike Rd. Burial will be in Mt View Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to visit with the family from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 27th in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Children's Friend, 21 Cedar St., Worcester, MA 01609 or to the Devereux Center, PO Box 219, Rutland, MA 01543.