Anthony M Pellegrino

Anthony “Tony” Pellegrino died peacefully in his home on February 10, 2022 in Sunrise, FL at the age of 79. Anthony is survived by his wife Barbara; his daughter Nicole-Theresa his son-in-law Mitchell and his grandchildren Autumn, Lauren, and Mitchell, Jr.

Tony was born on January 25, 1943 in Brooklyn, New York to Philomena and Michael Pellegrino. After serving his country in the United States Army; Tony joined the NYC Police Department in 1967. In 1973 Tony married, the love of his life, Barbara. The couple welcomed their only child, Nicole-Theresa in 1974. His daughter remembers him as a patient and funny father who encouraged her to pursue her goals and work hard to achieve them. Tony was a generous and witty individual who loved classic movies and who was passionate about nostalgic films and trivia.

Anyone wishing to express condolences is invited from 9:00-10:30AM on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Kraeer Funeral Home 1655 North University Drive Coral Springs, Florida 33071. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:30AM on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at All Saints Catholic Church in Sunrise. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Tony’s life.

Tony will be laid to rest at Madonna Cemetery and Mausoleum 2070 Hoefleys Lane Fort Lee, New Jersey, 07024. Committal Services will be held on Thursday, February 17 2022, at 11:45AM with a luncheon at Villa Amalfi Cliffside Park, NJ all are welcome.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Heart Association. Condolences can be sent to [email protected]. The family would like to thank Tony’s caregivers, hospital staff, and all those who took care of Tony these last months; we thank them for their efforts, care and dedication.

A visitation for Antonio will be held Wednesday, February 16, 2022 from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Kraeer Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 1655 University Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33071. Following the visitation will be a funeral service from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at All Saints Catholic Church, 10900 W Oakland Blvd, Sunrise, FL 33351.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.kraeercoralsprings.com for the Pellegrino family.