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Mrs. Cecelia E. Semeraro
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Mrs. Cecelia E. Semeraro

January 22, 1922 - June 23, 2021

Mrs. Cecelia E. Semeraro, 99, of Cortland. On June 23, 2021 at around 12:30 a.m. I was with my Mom as she departed this earthly place and was united with family and friends that have passed before her. Son-Paul Ceil was the cafeteria lady, her favorite job was at Smith School, she loved the kids there and also worked summers at Burns Market. She was formerly employed by Cary & Co. and most recently at Bowers Hall at S.U.N.Y. Cortland. Additionally Ceil was a member of the bean pickers and was a communicant of St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church. Ceil is survived by her son; Paul Semeraro (Denise DuBrava) of Cortland, a brother; Chuck Perfetti and two sisters; Adeline Smith (Anthony, deceased) and Jean Griswold (Ken, deceased), her two grandchildren; Kelly Semeraro Roberts (Michael) and Pat Semeraro; her great grand daughter; McKenna Grace Roberts and many nieces and nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents; Ceil Was predeceased by her husband; Savario "Sam" Semeraro, sisters; Laura Perfetti, Mary Parelli (John) and Irene Perfetti; and brother; James Perfetti. A Mass of Chrisitan Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church with Rev. Joseph Zareski serving as celebrant. Prayers of committal will follow in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to a non profit organization in Ceil's memory. Ceil's family would like to thank, St. Joseph's Home Care, Hospice, Dr. Elyn Ring, Gilda and Nina and all those who have helped Ceil and Paul along the way. Arrangements are under the direction of Riccardi Funeral Home, Cortland, N.Y. www.riccardifuneralhome.com

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Mrs. Cecelia E. Semeraro, 99, of Cortland. On June 23, 2021 at around 12:30 a.m. I was with my Mom as she departed this earthly place and was united with family and friends that have passed before her. Son-Paul Ceil was the cafeteria lady,... View Obituary & Service Information

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