Obituary for Lawrence A. Scerno
Lawrence A. Scerno was born in Brooklyn, NY. He lived in Yonkers, NY his entire life. We used to call him “The Mayor of Broadway.” He was so friendly, outgoing, and positive. He never met a person that he did not like—and in return everyone liked him. He was warm and friendly with everyone and never had a bad word to say about anyone.
Lawrence was in the Army and was also in the Korean War. When he returned from the war, Lawrence met and married his beautiful and adoring wife of 54 years—Maria. Lawrence (Larry) and Maria were the most wonderful and loving couple. They were the type of married couple that everyone strived to emulate. Their love for one another was incredible. They were always kind, respectful and loving to one another. Larry and Maria never had children, but were so loving and kind to all of their nieces, nephews and friends—that everyone felt like their children or siblings.
Larry loved everyone so much. He always went out of his way to do good deeds for everyone—whether it was driving people to the hospital, being there in times of need—he was always there—always reliable and dependable. You could always count on Larry to be there for you—no matter what the need.
His ability to remain calm and controlled in any situation was unbelievable. No matter what the situation, he was like a rock—he was centered, focused, and everyone felt calm in his presence. He had the unique ability to surmise any situation and know what the outcome—or best thing to do would be—and he had 100% accuracy! Larry could always be counted on to give the best advice, to be of comfort when life was rough, and always knew what to say to make you feel better—no matter what the situation.
Larry is predeceased by his wife Maria and his mother and father Mary and Ben Scerno and his nephew Eric. Larry is survived by his two siblings Rose Marie Castronovo and Joseph Scerno as well as his niece, nephews and close friends.
Larry has joined his bride Maria in Heaven. Larry will be in our hearts and minds forever—and will never be forgotten.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 6, 2023 from 4-8 p.m. at Flynn Memorial Home, 325 South Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10705.
Funeral Service will be held at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 70 Park Hill Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10701 at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 7, 2023.
Entombment to follow at Ferncliff Cemetery. Shrine of Memories Mausoleum, 280 Secor Road, Hartsdale, NY 10530.
Eulogy for Lawrence A. Scerno
From his Niece Kathy
It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that I am delivering this Eulogy.
My Uncle Larry was a strong, vibrant and unbelievably independent man. He was also the most caring, loving, sensitive and kind person. He always made time to help people—whatever their need.
My Uncle was in the Army and also was in the Korean War. After he returned from the war he worked as a manager in a large water treatment plant until he retired.
My Uncle Larry met and married my Aunt Maria when I was a little girl. My brother was the ring bearer at their wedding and I was an attendee. I will never forget their special day—the tremendous amount of love between them, and how beautiful and handsome they both looked. The bridesmaids wore gorgeous pastel “rainbow” colored gowns. It was the most beautiful wedding!
My Aunt and Uncle were a beautiful couple and were married for 54 years. My Aunt Maria passed away last year and my Uncle never got over it. His love for her was so immense that her loss left an enormous hole in his heart. They are now reunited in Heaven to be together forever and in eternity.
My Uncle has always been a HUGE part of my life. From the time me and my brother were little, he would take us to Playland, street fairs, ice cream shops, Arthur Avenue (for the best Italian delicacies), and spend time with us.
There are so many kindnesses and labors of love that come to mind when I think of him.
One time, while visiting my Aunt and Uncle I had been sick for a few days. I had long hair and it was extremely tangled. My Uncle used my detangling comb and a glass of water and slowly—and painstakingly—removed every one of those tangles!
My Uncle loved food—and especially Italian food. He would make trips to the Bronx—or Manhattan—to get the perfect bagel, slice of pizza or pepperoni.
My Aunt Maria was originally from Italy and was a fabulous cook. She used to prepare homemade pasta, meatballs, chicken parmigiana—and my Uncle savored and enjoyed every bit of her cooking!
My Uncle always took the time to pick up the phone and talk to me whenever I needed to talk, needed some advice—he was ALWAYS there!
Uncle Larry has helped me and my family so many times over the years. When my brother passed away at a very young age, my Uncle was right there to help us through the extremely difficult time.
When my Father became sick and had to go the hospital in Manhattan, my Uncle drove to the suburbs to pick him up (shortly after my Uncle had undergone cataract surgery). While stopping at the red traffic lights along the way, my Uncle would put his eye drops in, and continue on—making sure that my Father got to his destination.
My Uncle has not only helped me and my family through ups, downs, and tragedies in life, but he has helped so many other people as well.
During these past few weeks, I have spoken to several people that knew my Uncle and they had so many stories to share—of all of the times that he had helped them—and what an incredible human being he was. Every single person I spoke with said that he was the “Gold Standard”—someone that they want to emulate. They all said that their lives would never have been the same if they had not met them. He helped each of them to become better human beings—by his friendship and by his example.
The past few weeks have been extremely emotionally heartbreaking for me, because of this tremendous loss in my life. In order to help to take away the painful sting of this loss I have tried to—and will continue to try—to remember all of the wonderful things about my Uncle. He was a true gem. One of a kind. Amazing.
My Uncle Larry will always live on in my heart and in all of the hearts in the many family members, friends and people that he has helped along the way.
God Bless You Uncle Larry.
I love you. You are in my heart forever and will NEVER be forgotten.
You are with your beautiful bride Aunt Maria in Heaven now. We love you and Aunt Maria. May you rest peace.
Lawrence was in the Army and was also in the Korean War. When he returned from the war, Lawrence met and married his beautiful and adoring wife of 54 years—Maria. Lawrence (Larry) and Maria were the most wonderful and loving couple. They were the type of married couple that everyone strived to emulate. Their love for one another was incredible. They were always kind, respectful and loving to one another. Larry and Maria never had children, but were so loving and kind to all of their nieces, nephews and friends—that everyone felt like their children or siblings.
Larry loved everyone so much. He always went out of his way to do good deeds for everyone—whether it was driving people to the hospital, being there in times of need—he was always there—always reliable and dependable. You could always count on Larry to be there for you—no matter what the need.
His ability to remain calm and controlled in any situation was unbelievable. No matter what the situation, he was like a rock—he was centered, focused, and everyone felt calm in his presence. He had the unique ability to surmise any situation and know what the outcome—or best thing to do would be—and he had 100% accuracy! Larry could always be counted on to give the best advice, to be of comfort when life was rough, and always knew what to say to make you feel better—no matter what the situation.
Larry is predeceased by his wife Maria and his mother and father Mary and Ben Scerno and his nephew Eric. Larry is survived by his two siblings Rose Marie Castronovo and Joseph Scerno as well as his niece, nephews and close friends.
Larry has joined his bride Maria in Heaven. Larry will be in our hearts and minds forever—and will never be forgotten.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 6, 2023 from 4-8 p.m. at Flynn Memorial Home, 325 South Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10705.
Funeral Service will be held at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 70 Park Hill Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10701 at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 7, 2023.
Entombment to follow at Ferncliff Cemetery. Shrine of Memories Mausoleum, 280 Secor Road, Hartsdale, NY 10530.
Eulogy for Lawrence A. Scerno
From his Niece Kathy
It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that I am delivering this Eulogy.
My Uncle Larry was a strong, vibrant and unbelievably independent man. He was also the most caring, loving, sensitive and kind person. He always made time to help people—whatever their need.
My Uncle was in the Army and also was in the Korean War. After he returned from the war he worked as a manager in a large water treatment plant until he retired.
My Uncle Larry met and married my Aunt Maria when I was a little girl. My brother was the ring bearer at their wedding and I was an attendee. I will never forget their special day—the tremendous amount of love between them, and how beautiful and handsome they both looked. The bridesmaids wore gorgeous pastel “rainbow” colored gowns. It was the most beautiful wedding!
My Aunt and Uncle were a beautiful couple and were married for 54 years. My Aunt Maria passed away last year and my Uncle never got over it. His love for her was so immense that her loss left an enormous hole in his heart. They are now reunited in Heaven to be together forever and in eternity.
My Uncle has always been a HUGE part of my life. From the time me and my brother were little, he would take us to Playland, street fairs, ice cream shops, Arthur Avenue (for the best Italian delicacies), and spend time with us.
There are so many kindnesses and labors of love that come to mind when I think of him.
One time, while visiting my Aunt and Uncle I had been sick for a few days. I had long hair and it was extremely tangled. My Uncle used my detangling comb and a glass of water and slowly—and painstakingly—removed every one of those tangles!
My Uncle loved food—and especially Italian food. He would make trips to the Bronx—or Manhattan—to get the perfect bagel, slice of pizza or pepperoni.
My Aunt Maria was originally from Italy and was a fabulous cook. She used to prepare homemade pasta, meatballs, chicken parmigiana—and my Uncle savored and enjoyed every bit of her cooking!
My Uncle always took the time to pick up the phone and talk to me whenever I needed to talk, needed some advice—he was ALWAYS there!
Uncle Larry has helped me and my family so many times over the years. When my brother passed away at a very young age, my Uncle was right there to help us through the extremely difficult time.
When my Father became sick and had to go the hospital in Manhattan, my Uncle drove to the suburbs to pick him up (shortly after my Uncle had undergone cataract surgery). While stopping at the red traffic lights along the way, my Uncle would put his eye drops in, and continue on—making sure that my Father got to his destination.
My Uncle has not only helped me and my family through ups, downs, and tragedies in life, but he has helped so many other people as well.
During these past few weeks, I have spoken to several people that knew my Uncle and they had so many stories to share—of all of the times that he had helped them—and what an incredible human being he was. Every single person I spoke with said that he was the “Gold Standard”—someone that they want to emulate. They all said that their lives would never have been the same if they had not met them. He helped each of them to become better human beings—by his friendship and by his example.
The past few weeks have been extremely emotionally heartbreaking for me, because of this tremendous loss in my life. In order to help to take away the painful sting of this loss I have tried to—and will continue to try—to remember all of the wonderful things about my Uncle. He was a true gem. One of a kind. Amazing.
My Uncle Larry will always live on in my heart and in all of the hearts in the many family members, friends and people that he has helped along the way.
God Bless You Uncle Larry.
I love you. You are in my heart forever and will NEVER be forgotten.
You are with your beautiful bride Aunt Maria in Heaven now. We love you and Aunt Maria. May you rest peace.