BELVILLE — John Michael Alercia, 65, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2017, at his home.
John was born Dec. 17, 1951, in Wilmington, N.C.. He was preceded in death by his parents, Placido Alercia, Betty Shepherd and Earl Shepherd.
John retired from the Leland DuPont plant.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Firozi Alercia; son, Brian Alercia (Miranda); daughter, Leane Alercia; brothers, A.J. Parlatore, Raymond Alercia (Pam), and Don Alercia (Kathy); grandchildren, Darien Michael Alercia, Annabelle Delilah Alercia and Brady Cole Paluck; and his extended family in India, Singapore and Portugal. He also leaves behind his four-legged companions, especially “India.”
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Wednesday, May 17, at Wilmington Funeral Chapel with Certified Life Celebrant Colleen Heck officiated. The family will see friends one hour before the services. To honor John, please dress in casual clothes.
In lieu of flowers, you may make a memorial donation to a charity of your choice.
His family wishes to thank Dr. J. Hines, and his nurse, Jean Ward, for their kindness, care and compassion to John and his family.
Share memories and condolences with the family by visiting wilmingtoncares.com.
