Johanna C. Gerardi, 90, of New Port Richey, FL, formerly of Brooklyn, New York, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2016. A beloved wife and devoted mother, she is survived by her husband, Peter; her sons, Michael (MaryKay) Gerardi, Orland Park, IL; Louis (Heather) Gerardi, Douglas, GA; Joseph Gerardi, New Port Richey, FL; John Gerardi, Bayonet Point, FL; Paul (Karen) Gerardi, Riverview, FL and her daughter, Lucy (Mark) Mains, Amelia, OH. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her son, Peter Gerardi; his wife, Amelia (Pat) Gerardi and 2 grand-daughters, Kate Walker and Mary Morrison. She was happiest when her family surrounded her. She loved gathering her family around the dining table and feeding us her famous meatballs and cutlets. After dinner, she always made everyone laugh with her stories. She will be missed by all her family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Cancer Society.
