Ronald Gerolome Cerrigone passed away in his home on January 11, 2023. Son of the late, Alfred C Cerrigone and Ines Accocella Cerrigone.
He was born on February 20, 1937 in Newark, New Jersey. He later moved to Upper Montclair, New Jersey. He graduated from Montclair High School in 1955. Ronald served in the National Guard for three years and was honorably discharged in 1963.
He continued his education at Kean College of New Jersey, receiving a degree in Master of the Arts. Ronald went on to receive his teaching certificate in 1968, teaching at the elementary school level in both Chester and Jackson, New Jersey.
Ronald was a devout Christian, sharing the gospel with anyone that was willing to receive.
He had a passion for boxing, nutrition and physical fitness. He is survived by his nephew, Christopher Cerrigone, and nieces, Justine Szot, Cecily Lefkus, cousins in the US and abroad, and his dear friend, Dolores McGrew.
Predeceased by his brother George T. Cerrigone
All services are private at the request of the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street Hackettstown NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com
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Raymond Polanski says
February 6, 2024 at 5:08 pmRon was my 6th grade teacher 1965-1966 in the Rockaway Twp Public School system. I remember he was a great guy and had this really cool finned car. Maybe a 1958 Studebaker Golden Hawk, classic. He always helped us out after school in the gym doing pullups and other exercises. Sharp dresser. Just thought I’d google him and sadly spotted his obituary. RIP Ron!
Cecily (niece) says
February 27, 2025 at 8:30 pmWow- thank you so much for sharing your memory. <3