Peter J. Cea, Sr.

Peter J. Cea , Sr., 83 of Emerson Hill passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 24, 2021. Born Sunday, January 2, 1938 in Bronx, New York, he was the son of the late Jack and Grace Cea. He was the devoted and loving husband of Dr. Christine Cea (nee Capobianco) who represents Staten Island on the NYS Board of Regents. They were married for 57 wonderful years. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in October of 1966. His wife described him as a "strong and quiet man who loved his family, travels to Europe, and took pride in taking care of his home and family." He was a devoted and loving father to his children, Peter Jr. and Stephanie, who has special needs. Peter is survived by his wife Dr. Christine Cea, his son Peter Jr., and his wife Monica, his daughter Stephanie and brother Maurice Cea. He was predeceased by his sister Julia. A Funeral service will be at 4:00 PM on Friday at John Vincent Scalia Home for Funerals, Inc. located at 28 Eltingville Blvd Staten Island, New York 10312. Arrangements include private cremation. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Friday, January 29, 2021, at John Vincent Scalia Home for Funerals, Inc., 28 Eltingville Blvd, Staten Island, New York. Memorial contributions in memory of Peter may be sent to 3450 Community Resources Victory Blvd, an agency serving people with disabilities, Staten Island NY 10314, c/o Barbara Devaney. Please be mindful due to the current State mandate that a mask must be worn at all times in the funeral home and social distancing requirements must be followed during the services. Due to the current Pandemic a strict 30 person in room policy is in effect. Please adhere to this policy and allow others to pay their respects as well. Due to the current pandemic circumstances please note: We do not accept deliveries from outside vendors for bakery products, fruit baskets, and floral arrangements until further notice. Floral Arrangements can be purchased from our in house floral designers who work under the most stringent sanitary conditions which include temperature checks, mask wearing, distancing and protective clothing. You can call the florist directly at 718-948-2016 and place your order. We must protect the families we serve, our own families and staff who operate the funeral home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.scaliahome.com

Peter J. Cea, Sr.

January 2, 1938 - January 24, 2021