Claire was born in New York and raised in the Bronx. She was the oldest child of Michael and Rose Cerone and was predeceased by them as well as her siblings, Alfonso and Michael. She is also predeceased by the love of her life, her husband of almost 64 years, Vincent, who passed away only eight months ago.
Claire is survived by her two children, Vinnie (Leticia) and Teresa, two granddaughters, Amanda (Brett) and Lucia, and five great-grandchildren and other close family members and friends.
A visitation for Claire will be held Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Beach Memorial Chapel, 301 COREY AVE, ST PETE BEACH, FL 33706. A funeral service will follow, Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM. A graveside service will occur Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM at Woodlawn Memory Gardens, 101 58th ST S, St Petersburg, FL 33707.