Anthony J. "Tony" DeSalvo

Mr. Anthony J. “Tony” DeSalvo, age 88, of Utica, passed away on Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with the love and support of his family. Born in Queens, NY on December 6, 1921, Anthony was the son of the late Pietro and Rose (Brienza) DeSalvo. He was raised and educated in Corona, NY. A veteran of World War II, he served his country in the United States Coast Guard from 1942-1945 stationed in the European Theater of Operations. On April 17, 1955 he married the former Doris M. Pacilio with whom he shared 51 years in a committed and devoted relationship until her passing on February 2, 2007. An electrician by trade, Tony was a member of the IBW local 43 and enjoyed a 29-year career, retiring in 1985. Blessed with a keen sense of humor, he was the life of the party. He appreciated a good time and lived life to the fullest up until his illness. He also loved to travel, take cruises, and cheer on the NY Yankees. He served on the New York State Athletic Commission, judging boxing and wrestling. He was a member of the American Legion Whitestown Post and an active parishioner of St. Mark’s Church. Tony is survived by his daughter, Cathy DeSalvo of Utica; his sons and daughter-in-law, Anthony J. “Tony” and Lisa M. (Parson) DeSalvo of Cicero, NY, and Michael DeSalvo of Syracuse; and his grandchildren, Anthony J. DeSalvo, and Catheryn E. DeSalvo. Survivors also include his sister, Helen DeLorenzo of North Babylon, Long Island; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, in-laws, Evelyn and John Pardi, Geraldine “Geri” and Frank Voce, Robert and Adele Pacilio, Anthony and Barbara Pacilio, Dennis and Vicki Pacilio, and Betty Pacilio; and many dear and cherished friends. He was predeceased by twelve siblings; and his in-laws, Katherine “Rosemary” and William T. “Bill” Smith, Marlene Pacilio, Donald F. Pacilio, and Richard Pacilio. The family will honor Tony and celebrate his life in a private gathering. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Tony’s Mass of Christian Burial and Celebration of Life which will commence on Monday morning at 10:00 at St. Mark’s Church with military honors. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of Mass. By family request, please omit floral offerings. For those wishing to do so, please consider memorial contributions in Tony’s honor to St. Mark’s Church; envelopes will be available at the service. Entombment will take place in Calvary Mausoleum at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave.

Anthony J. "Tony" DeSalvo

December 6, 1921 - June 30, 2010