Sergio Paul Visaggio
June 30, 1964 ~ April 7, 2013
Sergio Paul Visaggio, 48, passed away suddenly at his home in Vienna, Virginia on April 7, 2013. He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Marcia Visaggio (nee Medvetz) and their wonderful sons, John, Christopher, and Nicholas. He also leaves behind his adoring parents, Vito and Paola Visaggio, his three sisters and their spouses, Roberta (Bob), Maria (Pierre), and Christina (Duane), and his nephews, Brian, Pierre, Andre and Maxwell. He will also be missed by his dear in-laws, Tom and Dorothy Medvetz, and brother-in-law and wife Scott and Thea Medvetz and their son, Stefan. Lastly he leaves behind his large and loving Visaggio and Koblischek families of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Serge was born in Naples, Italy on June 30, 1964 on his parents' second wedding anniversary. His father Vito served in the US Navy so the family had the opportunity to live in many wonderful places including Japan, where Serge loved to catch frogs in the rice paddies as a young boy. The family settled in Montgomery Village, MD and eventually, Serge went on to receive his business degree at the University of Delaware and his M.B.A. from the University of Maryland. He worked at NYNEX, America Online (AOL) as a fledgling company, Northern Virginia Community College and later at National Wildlife Federation.
Serge had an amazing sense of humor and made people laugh to the point of tears throughout his life. He was an incredible cook and took pride in preparing his specialties for the family. He loved taking wood walks with his sons, treasured time with his wife, and planning wonderful family vacations to places like Costa Rica and Italy.
Always a very humble, good-hearted and generous man. Serge was inspired by his abundant blessings and by his Catholic faith to serve others less fortunate than him. He volunteered countless hours for OAR (Opportunities, Alternatives, and Resources), Habitat for Humanity, Organization for Autism Research, ESL, CCD and various other organizations. He coached many of his sons' sports teams and was sure to be found helping or organizing fun, family activities that his neighbors in Wayside could enjoy.
Sergio Paul Visaggio was a strong, loving human being and family man... and "to love is to receive a glimpse of heaven"
Reception to follow services at the home of the family.
In lieu of flowers, the family graciously requests that you make a contribution in his memory to:
Literacy Council of Northern Virginia
2855 Annandale Road
Falls Church, VA 22042
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Serge was born in Naples, Italy on June 30, 1964 on his parents' second wedding anniversary. His father Vito served in the US Navy so the family had the opportunity to live in many wonderful places including Japan, where Serge loved to catch frogs in the rice paddies as a young boy. The family settled in Montgomery Village, MD and eventually, Serge went on to receive his business degree at the University of Delaware and his M.B.A. from the University of Maryland. He worked at NYNEX, America Online (AOL) as a fledgling company, Northern Virginia Community College and later at National Wildlife Federation.
Serge had an amazing sense of humor and made people laugh to the point of tears throughout his life. He was an incredible cook and took pride in preparing his specialties for the family. He loved taking wood walks with his sons, treasured time with his wife, and planning wonderful family vacations to places like Costa Rica and Italy.
Always a very humble, good-hearted and generous man. Serge was inspired by his abundant blessings and by his Catholic faith to serve others less fortunate than him. He volunteered countless hours for OAR (Opportunities, Alternatives, and Resources), Habitat for Humanity, Organization for Autism Research, ESL, CCD and various other organizations. He coached many of his sons' sports teams and was sure to be found helping or organizing fun, family activities that his neighbors in Wayside could enjoy.
Sergio Paul Visaggio was a strong, loving human being and family man... and "to love is to receive a glimpse of heaven"
Reception to follow services at the home of the family.
In lieu of flowers, the family graciously requests that you make a contribution in his memory to:
Literacy Council of Northern Virginia
2855 Annandale Road
Falls Church, VA 22042
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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To all family members and especially to Marcia and the kids we have lost a great man,fahter and husband. You are all in my prayers, God Bless.
Marcia and family, Sending you hugs and prayers during this very sad time. Genine Vadala- VBCC
Lisa and I are so saddened by Serge’s passing. Serge was a great person, friend and such a proud father and husband. Our hearts go out to the whole Visaggio family.
I will alway remember Serge for being the most loving father to his sons. What a legacy for them! He was so gracious and supportive of my role as a teacher for John and Chris. Sending my love and prayers to Marcia, the boys, and his whole loving family.
Roberta and Family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Sending love to you during this unimaginably difficult and heartbreaking time. The Federico and Pearson families.
I am deeply saddened to hear of your sudden loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
You are and will continue to be in my prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss. May God hold you close now and in the days to come and fill you with His peace and comfort. He loves you more than you can imagine. If I can help in anyway, please let me know.
Dear John, I’m really sad about your father. You always told me all the cool things you would do together. I will say a rosary for you, your family and your dad. Your Friend, Ian Pedersen
Dear John, I’m really sad about your father. You always told me all the cool things you would do together. I will say a rosary for you, your family and your dad. Your Friend, Ian Pedersen
Maybe one day I will be able to write down my fond memories of Sergio and his entire family, but right now it is way too soon for me I am however, inspired to hug and hold tight my kids and grandkids today and remind myself (through this tragic loss),to never take a single day with loved ones for granted. May GOD rest dear young Sergio, and eventually bring a little, Peace-Love & Understanding to this very close knit, kind, caring, devoted, loving family.
We send our deepest sympathy to the whole family, and will keep Serge, and all of you, in our prayers.
Dear Marcia, John, Christopher, and Nicholas, My heart is broken for you. It was a blessing to know Serge, and he touched Robbie’s life in such a profound way when he coached the Odyssey teams. We are all praying for you, and will hold you close in our hearts. Love, the Warrick family
Our family was blessed to have Serge and Marcia as Odyssey of the Mind coaches for 2 years in a row. My heart is saddened by this news but I will always remember going to the State Finals during our first year of competition. What an amazing person and we will miss his bubbly personality. God bless the Vissagio family during this time. Love, The Wilkins Family
I am so sorry to hear about Serge. I was lucky enough to meet him while I was coaching John in soccer over the past couple of years. In our short talks he was always so positive and complementary. I could tell he was very involved with and loved his children. He really seemed to be an outstanding individual. Please let John know I am here for him. Again, very sorry. Coach Jimmy and Family
Dear Roberta, Bob and Brian: Our hearts are broken for you for the loss of your beloved brother Serge. We had the pleasure of meeting him at Brian’s communion and we were impressed by his out going nature. Please send our deepest sympathies to his wife Marcia, who we also had the pleasure of meeting, and to his 3 beautiful sons who we know he loved dearly. We also send our love to your wonderful parents Vito and Paola and to your two sisters and their families. May God bless all of you during this tragic time and may God keep Serge in his loving care until you all meet again. All our love, Janet, Marc and Lucas
The Tansing family is so saddened to hear of Serge’s passing. We got to know “Coach Serge” when he helped to lead our childrens’ flag football team to win the division championship last spring. I will always remember Serge’s large, radiant smile and the kind, encouraging words that he always directed toward the children. We were truly blessed to know him, and he and Marcia and the boys will always remain in our hearts and in our prayers. We will say a family rosary for Coach Serge. Elizabeth, Jay, Jessica and Garrett Tansing
Dear Marcia and family, you have been in my thoughts and prayers, I am so very sad to hear about your loss. Sending hugs and love! Sabine VBCC (Toucans)
Dear Marcia and family, I was so sorry to hear of the death of Sergio. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. It was always a joy to talk to you at VBCC and you always made me smile. Know that I am thinking of you at this time. Sherry Hayden VBCC Toucan Teacher
Just yesterday I was showing Tommy, Debbie and Charlie my Christmas pictures and admiring Sergio and his family. (They happen to be visiting this week). Sadness just entered all of our hearts with disbelief. Being part of your family for over 50 years has been a blessing to us. We are so sadden by his passing. God took a great person and I am sure he needed him for something important. Please know that we are grieving with the family and you are all in our prayers and will pray for peace for you. God bless you all because I am sure he will be missed. Love to you all and my our friendship last forever. Love Mary, Charlie, Debbie, Tommy and Charlie, Jr. They loved you as much as we do.
Marcia, I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and will hold you close in my heart. Love, Kathy
Dear Paola and Vito It is with heavy hearts that we send our sincere sympathies and condolences to you and your entire family, upon learning of Sergio’s passing. We have fond memories of his growing up to be an outstanding person (husband, father, son and bother). Words at this time seem meaningless and hollow, but we want you to know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Sincerely, The Puleo Family Dorothy, Karen and Rod
I met Serge on the soccer when I was a VYS equipment coordinator and fellow soccer coach. I was always impressed by his positive attitude and his dedication to the boys on his team through the years. As a firm believer in leading by example, Serge has left a proud legacy for his children as he made a difference in the lives of so many and the hearts that he touched. It was a pleasure sharing laughs on the side lines. While he may be missed, he will not be forgotten. There is a wide community holding his family in prayer.
To the beautiful Visaggio family….our hearts go out to you. Sergio was an amazing father. I remember his smile, his kindness, and his complete joy when he was with his boys at VBCC. We send our love. Susan, John and Christopher Brackett
TO THE VISAGGIO AND MEDVETZ FAMILY: Where Do WE Begin? Having known and loved Sergio most of his life. We were shocked and sadden by the news of his passing. As we watched him grow from a boy to a man,Husband,and Father; Sergio was that ‘Bright Star’ always giving and always willing to help anyone. We will always hold Sergio in our hearts and search the sky for the ‘Brightest Star’ believing that God has a plan for this loving, kind, wonderful man. Bob, Helena, and Jyri Kidwell
Marcia and family, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Sergio will be greatly missed by the Oakton community. Our hearts and prayers go out to you.
Hello John and Vissagio Family, On behalf of the instructors, staff, and students at the AWCNF Traditional Karate Uechi Ryu, I extend our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Sergio. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, and for Sergio as he is embraced by God.
I am so sorry to hear about the unbelievably tragic loss of my best friend’s brother Sergio. I grew up with Maria and her family over the last 30 years. They were like a second family to me for a long time. My mom worked with Maria and Serg’s mom at Hecht’s. I am so sorry for the Visaggio family to have to suffer a loss so great as Sergio. My heart goes out to all of you. Much love, Jackie.
Dearest Visaggios: Our hearts are broken at the loss of your beloved Sergio. We cannot imagine the grief and sorrow your family is going through. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.Please call on us for anything.Our family loves your family always, Judi, Butch, Wendy&family, Stephanie and Cindy
Visaggios, One cannot be friends with the Vito and Paola Visaggio family without also knowing and falling in love with their children, their in-laws, their grandsons, and all the extended family members that we have met during the 35 + years of our friendship. We have attended their graduations, weddings, baby showers, and holiday parties throughout the years and we have noticed that the Visaggio family members have an enormous, huge, gigantic love for each other and a wonderful enthusiasm for life. We watched and admired as Sergio grew into a successful man, a loving husband, and a devoted father. It was such a joy to observe the love between Sergio and Marcia with their sons John, Christopher and Nicohlas. It is difficult to imagine a world without Sergio, but he has left us all with the gift of wonderful memories and the inspiration to love and give more to others. We send our love to all the Visaggio family members and friends.
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Sergio. I have known him since 2008 as a soccer coach for VYS house league. Serge was a fine gentleman, a good sportsman, with big heart and a big smile. I really enjoyed his positive attitude around the kids and on the soccer field. The Vienne Soccer community will deeply miss him. Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Roberta and Family, I want to send my condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. I cam remember the times at SVHS where Sergio and I worked the scoreboard together during the SVHS football games. Sergio used to crack me up all the time, very funny in a stupid way. I am thinking of the funny voices we would talk to each other with and laughing right now. Sincerely, Ed Bizub
I am shocked to hear of Serge’s passing. He was so funny and always made me laugh back at MVJHS and SVHS. To his family Serge is with The Lord and I pray you take comfort in that thought
To the Visaggio family: My heart is saddened to hear of Serg’s passing. He always spread cheer wherever he was…he had many friends and one could not help but like him. I was also friends with Roberta and have thought of both of them often through the years. I have great memories of each of them and still remember sitting near Sergio in math class. I pray that our Lord embrace you all and give you comfort and peace as you mourn your loss. Marie (Felix) Bercaw, Class of 1983, SVHS
Dear Visaggios, VYS is deeply sorry for the loss of a great soccer coach Sergio. Our soccer community is very saddened by his passing. I am sure he will be missed enormously by our soccer players and community. Our kids will never forget his passion in teaching them soccer and sportsmanship. You are always in our thoughts and our prayers are with you and your family.
My deepest sympathies for all My deepest sympathies
My prayers and condolences go out to the entire Visaggio family. I have so many great memories of Serge…A Stedwick neighbor, a MVJH and SVHS classmate, and great friend! RIP.
With deep sympathy to your family remembering fondly our brief times together.
With condolences to your family on your loss. Joyce Souk, Wayside Neighbor
We send our prayers and condolences to your family on your loss.
It is with a huge sense of shock and sadness that we learned today of Sergio’s passing. Having known him as a young boy and then an incredibly gracious, warm, and loving adult, we know that many join his family in sharing their deep sorrow. May he rest in peace. May so many wonderful memories help to sustain his family and his friends. With love, Ying-Ying
How can anything in this situation make anyone feel better,yet I feel that in someway that you the (family) must know just how much Sergio has affected all of us that knew him in such a positive way.I met Sergio in Jr.High MVJH where he was a funny little guy always laughing and making jokes about everything,he was fun to be around but if we were up to something I would get in trouble not Sergio,he was to small and cute and the teachers always feel for that.although I think it was him 95 percent of the time.Sergio was a little fire plug in sports,I played baseball with him and I do believe to this day he holds the record in Montgomery Village for the smallest catcher ever to play in the league! But Sergio made up for it in many ways. It was almost like the dunking machine clown he would talk to all of the batters and I would feel for the guy who struck out! as the years went bye we went to SV High School and well Sergio (The Serg) came into his own with his warm heart and smile,everyone just wanted to be around him.Sergio Its time to be the life of the party once again in heaven! You have a special gift,the gift to make people smile and laugh.God Bless the Visaggio Family I know this is painful but know that Sergio had a calling Jesus Christ has called him and I know that Jesus smiled when he greeted Your wonderful son Sergio…..God Bless Us All! Frankie Schmidt
Marcia, We are deeply sorry to hear about Sergio. Our thoughts are with you and the children.
I loved my friend He went away from me There is nothing more to say The poem ends Soft as it began I loved my friend Langston Hughes He was beautiful and among the best of men. Together with Marcia, he created a beautiful family. An example to us all. An example that will move us to serve and help to heal our broken hearts. My God hold your family and may your faith sustain you. You are loved. Julia
We are very sorry for your loss You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We wish the family strength and peace. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. Carmine, Susan, Angelica & Nick Petito (friends of Roberta)
I am absolutely stunned by this news. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. So very sorry for our loss.
Dear Visaggio family, Our family sends our deepest condolences to all of you. I heard of Sergio’s calling just yesterday when I happened to check up on old friends that I have known during my childhood (elementary school)yrs as a “Navy brat”. I remember just a handful of friends that I grew up with including my years in Millington, TN. Along with my brother Eddie, Serge and Roberta were one of our good friends…I honestly think the Lord and Sergio wanted us to know…. This just goes to show that he had such charisma and influence at such a young age. I remember him as a small,highly intelligent kid with great humor and an outgoing personality. It’s incredible to hear how he evolved into the great,compassionate man he was..Our US Navy families moved on to other cities and we’ve since lost touch..but we still remember your wonderful family..May the Lord bless and comfort all of you…we send our love. Sincerely, Dr.Ephraim Tabornal and family Eddie Tabornal and family San Diego, CA
Serge was always very funny and very witty. I’m so sorry for his family’s loss.
I worked with Serge as a camp counselor for two summers. He was great with the children, extremely popular with his colleagues, and a good friend. One day at the lunch table we shared what was literally the longest laugh of my life – for days afterwards all we had to do was make eye contact, to break into uncontrollable, embarrassing giggles in front of whomever happened to be present. Serge touched a lot of lives, made a lot of people happy, and in my humble opinion was taken from this world much too soon.