George Sacerio

When asked how one might remember George it would have to be that he was an honorable man, a good man. That is the concern he often questioned. Towards the end of life he would ask: “Do you think I’m a good person and a good father?”

He had strong beliefs and was very patriotic. In 1960, at the age of 13, George witnessed the chaos and violence that was the overthrow of the Cuban government. That caused his family to emigrate to the United States where they found freedom and opportunity. He was deeply worried for the future of this nation, his children and his grandchildren. George served 4 years in the United States Air Force with time in both Vietnam and Korea. He received an honorable discharge in March of 1971 as a Staff Sargent.

Relationships were very important to George. He cared deeply for his wife, Joan and his children, Jules and David and his grandson Alan. He was devoted to his brother, Dr. Henry Sacerio and they could often be seen shopping at Restaurant depot, working on the computer, or working in the yard with those pesky sprinklers. He was a good friend of over 30 years to Bob Brambila who had him as his Best Man….twice. In the neighborhood George was known as Emmy’s Dad, his loving pit bull, who he has joined at rainbow bridge. George was dependable and could always be counted on to pitch in and help. The neighborhood he lived in allowed for many friendships to be formed.

George was dependable. He would never leave a task undone or a promise unkept. He worked for Baptist Medical Center/ Wolfson’s Children’s Hospital for 20 years and retired in May as the business Manager for the Pediatric OR. He enjoyed working at Wolfson Children’s hospital where he made many friends. He especially enjoyed working with Carol Burroughs who was his Director and quickly became a close friend.

He was very creative and innovative. His analytical skills enabled him to fix or create almost anything. He enjoyed woodworking and made a wooden flag that is proudly on display in his home. His hobbies sailing and woodworking. He was a genius in the kitchen, cooking and baking were his great dedication. There were times he and Bob had dueling cooking competitions. And yes, he made some wonderful Cuban and sourdough bread during the pandemic. Since George and Joan had followed different New Years traditions prior to their marriage, they decided to create their own tradition. Together they made lentil soup to share with friends and family.

So to answer your question George, where you a good person. You were the Best!!!!!

A visitation for George will be held Friday, July 1, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Assumption Catholic Church, 2403 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32207, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM.