My father was the most amazing man I have ever known. I had no idea growing up just how lucky I was. I thought everyone had a dad like mine. As I matured, I realized how fortunate my sisters and I really were.

I enjoyed my time with my dad. He and I looked at things in the same light. I miss our talks and our moments when we would look at eachother and he would shake his head and grin at me. He made me feel very special and very loved.

Today I am thinking of the time when him and I went to the supermarket together. When we were checking out, one of our soda bottles exploded all over the place. The two of us just cracked up together. Because every time we would shop, something comical was sure to take place. We couldn't wait to get home to tell mom what happened "this time".

I miss my dad a ton. I love having the memories and the special times to look back at. But nothing will ever take the place of having him here with us. 'Till we meet again....I love you xoxox

Sending our deepest sympathy to all of you . Mrs . Verdesco you and your husband were always known to us kids as being the coolest parents - What a supporting , loving father and husband . Angela , Gina and Maria you have all gained a guardian angel to watch over each one of you and your kids as well . May your dad rest in peace , he no longer has to suffer and is in a better place now . Love to all of you

My uncle was the best man in the world. He brought smiles and laughter to all of us. Being in his presence was like a sunny day. Allways warm and bright. He strived to bring the best out in all of us; always giving and always praising. He will be in our hearts always and there will not be an hour in our day that we will not think about how much we loved him and how much we will miss him. Angels are created everyday; heaven is so lucky to have their newest addition.

Love always to my beautiul Aunt Connie and my beautiul cousins Angela, Gina and Maria

Love Always

Lisa

It was a pleasure to get to know Gus over the last few years. Very sorry for your family's loss. Maria and Ted

A Good Man above just got a Great Man from below. With thoughts and prayers!

My "Father-in-Law", my "Dad", fought a hard battle against a dreadful cancer. I cannot and will not say he lost. He is in Heaven now ! How can that be losing?! God chose him to join all those great, kind, compassionate people we always wondered why they passed so young ! He always treated me like a "son" through "thick and thin"; and, I will never forget that. I always gave him the "respect" he deserved. I am confident he will be watching over us. I will miss our talks, his advice, and that great big smile ! When someone enters your heart, they can never leave; Cosmo "Gus" Verdesco (Dad) will forever be in my heart!

By the way, he had a pretty good singing voice. Many moons ago, we had a New Year's Eve Karoke Party and he sang, what else, Frank Sinatra's "My

Way". It was unbelievable ! Hey, then again, Gus "Dad" and Frank Sinatra both came from Hoboken, NJ...!

RIP Gus "DAD",

Love Always and Forever

Your "Son", Zino

Connie, Angela,Gina & Maria Gussie is in a better place now, where he is not suffering any longer. He is watching over each and everyone of you. John and I will miss him very much. He's a gentle, loving man. He will be remembered in our hearts forever

Dear Connie and Angela, Gina and Marie. May God give you courage to endure this loss. Gus was a gentle loving man. A great cousin to Charley and us all.

Such a sweet, lovable man who adored his wife & family. He will truly be missed. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.

To a wonderful cousin, father, and husband: Cosmo was a kind and gentle man, we will never forget you. May you rest in peace. With all of love, Nicky and Dino.

We are beyond saddened to hear this news. Mr. Verdesco (Gus) was such a special soul who always took the time to say hello and offer a loving embrace. We will miss his smile and his kind ways. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family today and in the days to come. God bless you all during this most difficult time.