ANTHONY “TONY” THOMAS BARBATO, died Thursday, March 28, 2012, after a brief illness, one week prior to his 90th birthday. Tony was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Betty McCoy Barbato; and his step-son, Donald Edward LaRose. He is survived by his only child, Vicki Barbato Gipson and her husband Jim. Per Tony’s request, no formal services will be held.