With heavy hearts, we share the loss of our beloved Son, Brother, and Friend, Sergio Manwoo Dias, who passed on Sunday, March 29. Born on March 23, 1998 in Queens, NY, Manwoo was the cherished firstborn of Auria Cerna and Sergio Dias. From the very beginning, even through serious birth and health complications, he met the world with a smile. He grew into someone who brought that same light to everyone around him, always making people laugh, always finding a way to lift others up, and always caring deeply for those who had less.

Manwoo loved life in a way that was impossible to ignore. He loved all kinds of sports, especially cheering on the Mets and his favorite soccer teams from Peru and Brazil. Music was always close to his heart, from salsa and cumbia to reggaeton. He was incredibly proud of his Peruvian and Brazilian roots, and he carried his culture with him in everything he did, sharing it with joy and pride. He graduated from Berkeley College in May 2025 with a degree in criminal justice, hoping to make a difference in the world. No matter how difficult his health challenges became, he never let them take away his spirit. He continued to live with joy, kindness, and strength, touching so many lives along the way.

He leaves behind so much love and is survived by his parents, Auria and Sergio; his sisters, Stephanie and Jasmine; and his beautiful dog, Lily. As a family, we are heartbroken, but so grateful for the time we had with him and the memories he gave us. We humbly ask for your support to help cover the costs of Manwoo’s funeral and to create a beautiful service that honors the incredible life he lived. More details about his celebration of life will be shared in the coming days.

With all our love,

Auria, Sergio, Stephanie, Jasmine, and Lily