PFC John Baptist Cerone

PFC John Baptist Cerone was born 8 Nov 1908 in West Orange, New Jersey to Carmine and Francis (Gasparrini) Cerone.  Carmine was born in Castel Granoe, Italy and worked as a baggage master for the railroad for at least 20 years.  In 1930, John was working in a laundry and as an assistant cutter for a clothing manufacturer in 1940. 

John entered service.  He was assigned to A Company 116th Infantry on D-Day and was present for the landing. He was killed in action on 7 Jun 1944.  PFC Cerone rests forever in the Normandy American Cemetery.  

Brother, Alfred R Cerone also served.