1975
2012
Giovanni Cerra, 37, of Concord, NC, formerly of Danbury, beloved husband of Mary (Moreyra) Cerra, passed away peacefully at his home, on October 7, 2012, after a brief illness.
Giovanni was born in Italy, son of Maria (Aiello) Cerra and the late Francesco Cerra. He came to the United States with his parents as a child and graduated from Immaculate High School. He lived in Danbury prior moving to Concord, NC, with his work at Verizon Wireless. He enjoyed Elvis Presley and Bee Gees music and was an avid soccer fan, especially the soccer team Sampdoria. He was a member of the Our Lady of the Rosary Chapel of Monroe.
In addition to his wife Mary and mother Maria, he is survived by his sons, Christian and Antonio of Concord, NC and his brother Carlo Cerra of New Milford. He was predeceased by his infant daughter Anastasia.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of the Rosary Chapel, Monroe, on Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in St. Peter Cemetery, Danbury. Friends may call at the Green Funeral Home, 57 Main St., Danbury, on Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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October 3, 2021
Natascha Neptune
Wow Gio, was thinking of you and your kids! and this pops up. I know you are watching from above.
October 3, 2019
Classmate
Tasha Neptune
Rest in peace my friend. I kniw you are watching your famiky from above.
October 24, 2012
I am truly saddened to hear the news of Giovanni's passing. He was a dear soul.
I trust that Maurice, Robin and Andy Gibb have welcomed him with open arms in heaven.
-S
October 12, 2012
I am so sorry for your dear loss. I worked with him at MCI, what a great guy full of life and so happy.... He was a dear friend. God bless u all.....
October 12, 2012
Martha Travis
I am so very sorry for your loss, I worked with Giovanni at MCI, he was a very kind soul with a big heart and always reached out to all with a helpful hand. He loved his family dearly and was so very proud of them. He will always be with you in mind spirit and soul, his children will live on knowing that their father was so very loved and admired by all for the great man he was. We were all very blessed to have known this great young man! My prayers are with you all.
October 12, 2012
Tracy Mulligan
Giovanni was always such a pleasure to be around. Prayers to his wife and children.
October 11, 2012
Lorraine Kish
RIP Giovanni I really enjoyed knowing you, you were one of the kindest people, I have ever met. GodBless
October 11, 2012
VIvienne Reynolds
In our thoughts and prayers!
God Bless!
October 11, 2012
Jack & Amanda Madkour
What an amazing man you were Gio. You're missed dearly. We were blessed just to know you. Our deepest sympathy to Mama, Mary, Christian, Antonio, Carlo, Kim, Hayley, Francesco and Matteo. Thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Rest in Peace Gio. Love, Jack & Amanda Madkour
October 10, 2012
Marco & Giovanna Franchi
Mary, Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God's warm embrace keep Giovanni close as he watches down on his beloved family.
October 10, 2012
marie russell
I worked with Giovanni at MCI in Danbury. He was always a gentleman. My prayers go out to his family.
Marie Russell
October 10, 2012
Michael DaCosta
A special man with a special family. You taught me more than you can imagine. I will miss you. This one is for you... FORZA SAMPDORIA!
October 10, 2012
Bobbi-Jo Washington
I worked with Giovanni @ MCI. My heartfealt sympathy, prayers and thoughts go out to his family. He will never be forgotten but will be missed.
October 10, 2012
Sean, Jess, & Matthew McGuire
A beautiful man, a beautiful life. We will miss you, Gio. Our love & sympathy to Mama, Mary, Christian & Antonio, Carlo & Kim, Hailey, & Francesco & Matteo.
October 10, 2012
Barbara Davis (Hillmann)
I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Giovanni at MCI for a few years and always thought highly of him. He was a gentle soul, may he rest in peace and may his family find peace in knowing that he is no longer suffering. God bless you all.
October 10, 2012
Gino & Lori Sabene and Family
We were so sorry to hear of Giovanni's passing. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
October 9, 2012
Van Ness Whitley
With deepest sympathy to the wife and children of Giovanni Cerra, may our God comfort you through the prayers and comfort of the holy spirit during this difficult time . I had the awesome privilege to know GIO for quite some time and we shared lots of laughs and our faith from time to time, but if it's one thing I can say for sure is that he loved his family dearly. And he just wanted to be the best husband and father he could be. And he loved to play him some soccer. GIO, God will take over now and make provisions for your family.
October 9, 2012
Natascha neptune
You will be missed G-man. We were truly blessed to have known you. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP.
October 9, 2012
Brett and Melissa Bernardez
RIP Gio. You will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cerra family.
October 9, 2012
olga butera
October 9, 2012
Olga & Frank Butera & Family
Our deepest sympathy to the Cerra family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time
October 9, 2012
cathy
Peace
October 9, 2012
Sharon (Baird) Magner and family
I am fortunate to have known Giovanni through our childhood and high school years. I have so many great memories of him. The Cerra family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
October 9, 2012
Sharon (Baird) Magner and family
What a pleasure to have known Giovanni for as long as I did and to have such fun memories of him. The Cerra family is in our thoughts and prayers.
October 9, 2012
Carlo- You and your family are in our prayers.
-Jason and Sarah Bourdeau
October 9, 2012
Carol Ann Frascione
Dear Mary, Christian, and Antonio:
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Giovanni. He has touched so many people in his much too short time here on earth with his kindness, his smile, his generosity and his love. You are all in our prayers and thoughts. Please accept our deepest condolences.
The Frascione Family, Bethel, CT
October 9, 2012
Jessica Bardelli
Love and prayers to the whole Cerra family.
October 9, 2012
Healy Family
Prayers for your family.
October 9, 2012
Dana (Sheridan) Lutz & Family
Gio, a life cut too short. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 9, 2012
Jim De Piante
God bless you, Giovanni.
October 9, 2012
Theresa Pacuk
So sorry for your loss
October 9, 2012
Patricia Steele
Dear Giovanni's Family,
I worked with Giovanni at MCI and we also graduated from the same High School. I always enjoyed talking to him. He was always happy and we often talked about our Italian heritage. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and strength to the family during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
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