Antonio O. “Tony” Soto Sr., 80, passed away on April 10th, 2021. He was a loving husband to his wife, Frances Soto, with whom he shared 33 years of marriage. Tony was born on April 13th, 1940 in Phoenix, Arizona to Felix and Antonio Soto and was one of nine children. He was a successful business owner and licensed contractor in the steel industry. Tony is preceded in death by his siblings Jaime, Ignacio, Lupe, Marcelina, and Sonia. He is survived by his children Tony Jr., Michael, Dina, Katrina, Mando, Joe, John, Serena, and siblings Hector, Julia, and Dora. Tony’s greatest treasures were his grandchildren (16) and great-grandchildren (8). Tony will be remembered as a man of few words with a gentle soul and a kind heart. He favorite pastime was elk hunting. He enjoyed the outdoors, campfires, westerns, the 49ers, dancing, and spending time with his family.
