Anthony Joseph Cona's Obituary
Anthony J. Cona 89
Born 9-23-1930 Passed away 1-12-2020.
Born in Ybor City, Tampa, Fl to Pietro and Maria Cona. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 43 years, Josephine Fernandez Cona; sister, Thelma Mangione and husband Tony, as well as brother, Steve Cona and wife Sarah. Survived by his family; son, Anthony J. Cona, Jr. (Karen Vance), daughter, Paula Jean Fisher (Michael); grandsons, Brian Michael Fisher (Gwen), Sean Paul Fisher (Kristen), and great-grandson, Giovanni Fisher; as well as his loving and faithful companion of many years, Alicia Ramos Russell.
Tony was a Korean War veteran and when he returned home, he worked as an electrician and carpenter. In 1955 he went to work at MacDill A.F.B and worked in the greyhound racing industry with the Tampa Dog Track, Derby Lane and Sarasota Kennel Club. In 1986 he retired as foreman of the 56 CES Grounds Division MacDill A.F.B. after 30yrs of service.He also retired in 1997 from the Tampa Dog Track as Presiding Judge of Racing Department.
Pallbearers: Brian Fisher, Sean Fisher, Al Montalbano, Jr., Lee Fernandez, Steve Cona, Jr., Vincent Cuervo, Dean Mangione, Ron Kimble.
Honorary Pallbearers: Sam Leone, Al Romanello, Ernie Antonori, Don Leggett, Rick Cona, Paul Fernandez, Armando Sanchez, Joe Vasquez, Mark Russell.
Special Thanks to: Dr. Gustavo Serrano, Dr. Matthew Glover, and all the techs at U.S. Renal Care (N. Armenia Ave) for the excellent healthcare they provided for our father.
Family will receive friends for a time of visitation 11:30 am-1:00 pm Sunday, January 19, 2020 at Boza & Roel Funeral home; 4730 N. Armenia Ave. Service will begin at 1:00 pm. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery; 4207 E. Lake Ave will follow at 2:00 pm.
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