Anthony Thomas DiMezza passed peacefully on August 25, 2018. He was born on May 8, 1928 to the late Joseph and Angelina (DiLonardo) DiMezza. He was married for 50 years to the late Barbara (Brenner) DiMezza. He was also the brother of the late Francis DeMezza (Alma).
Anthony was born in New York City. He moved to Philadelphia, PA and, later, moved to Richboro, PA where he and Barbara built a home for their family. He lived there until his death.
Anthony worked for 42 years as a machinist and CNC programmer for Linkbelt (FMC). After retirement from Linkbelt, he went on to work for Control Concepts of Newtown for 17 years. Anthony was an avid and talented woodworker. He also enjoyed boating, fishing, cars, motorcycles, and travel. He was a member of the Ben Wilson Senior Center in Warminster, PA where he was highly regarded for his volunteer work.
Anthony is survived by his daughter Leigh McGowan (Brian) and his son, Steven (Kimberley), and his longtime companion, Joan Funk. He is survived by step-grandchildren; Elizabeth Karcher (Darrin) and James Williams, along with great-grandchildren; Johanna, Adelyn, Emma, Alexander, and Gabriel Karcher. Anthony leaves behind his brother, Joseph DiMezza, his brother-in-law, Michael Brenner (Jan), and many, many close friends.
He will be greatly missed.
Relatives and friends are invited to call on Friday, August 31, 2018 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Wm. Rowen Grant Funeral Home, 659 Street Road, Southampton. His memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM. A luncheon celebrating Anthony's life will follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to the American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society or the Ben Wilson Senior Activity Center.
