Anthony "Tony" Maggio

Mr. Anthony “Tony” Maggio, age 54, of Frankfort, passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown with his loving family by his side. Born in Utica on April 7, 1955, Anthony is the son of Helen L. (Bawarski) Maggio and the late Nicholas M. Maggio, Sr. Raised and educated locally, he attended M.V.C.C. and SUNY Institute of Technology, majoring in sociology. A veteran of the United States Air Force, he served his country from 1973-1976 during the Vietnam Conflict, stationed with the 432nd Security Police Squadron in Thailand. On December 13, 1980 he married the former Marlene Testa with whom he shared 30 years in a life built around love. Anthony was industrious and applied himself in a variety of occupations. He directed a Community Action program for troubled teens, worked as a truck driver, and was employed as a landscaper. A supportive and selfless family man, he was always available for his loved ones who were the foundation of his life. He participated in school functions for his children, and enjoyed cooking for his family. He was a very loving father & grandfather. He was humorous, highly intelligent, charismatic, multi-talented, and blessed with the ability to make the most of every day. Anthony was musically and mechanically inclined, and was gifted with an extraordinarily green thumb which yielded him a great garden, bountiful and beautifully designed. He was an expert at growing plants from seeds, including everything from apple trees to grapevines, a process which stood as a symbol of the tender way he nurtured those he loved. Anthony was affectionately known as “Grandpa”, “Dad, “Pops”, “Pop”, “Daddy”, “Hopsing” and “Singa”. He enjoyed partying with his family and was always having fun. He gave his love freely and you couldn't help but want to be near him. He maintained a scrapbook of memories of all his family travels and events. He found fun in fortune telling, and was a fan of hockey, football, and other sports. He was a member of the American Legion Whitestown Post #1113. Anthony is survived by his wife, Marlene; his mother, Helen, of Frankfort; his sons, Anthony Maggio Jr. of Frankfort, Adrian Maggio and girlfriend Melissa Brass of Rome; his daughter and son-in-law, Lynette and Jason Wright of Norwich; and his beloved grandson, Brandon Carter Wright. Survivors also include his sisters and brothers-in-law, Annette and Larry Baker, Diane and Richard Spina, Sharon Maggio, and Linda and Charlie Talarzzyk , all of Utica, and Estelle Maggio and friend James Watraus, of CT; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Santo and Mary Maggio of Utica, and Nicholas, Jr. and Lori Maggio of New Hartford; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Martha and Angelo Testa of Hudson; and his brother-in-law, Gregory Testa of San Francisco. Anthony also leaves behind his many close friendships that were built throughout the years. He was predeceased by his sister, Livia Ann Maggio; and his brother, Nicholas Maggio. Visitation will be held Sunday (today) from 3:00-5:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Anthony's Celebration of Life which will commence on Sunday afternoon at 5:00 at the funeral home immediately upon conclusion of visitation with military honors. Interment will take place on Monday in Calvary Cemetery.

Anthony "Tony" Maggio

April 7, 1955 - March 10, 2010