Anthony “Tony” Maurello, beloved husband, father, uncle and brother, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2020, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was born in Sciacca, Sicily on September 24, 1963 and moved to the United States in 1966. He was the youngest of six children born to the late Giuseppe Maurello and Vita Giarratano.
Anthony graduated from Pueblo, Colorado’s Central High School in 1982. Following graduation, he worked for Standard Auto Parts for a decade. In 1993, he began his career as a letter carrier with the United States Postal Service in New York City, eventually transferring to Colorado Springs. After delivering letters, packages, and conversation to the community for 26 years, he retired in 2019. In total, he worked diligently to provide for his wife and 5 children for 40 years.
He loved to travel and would often bring his family on trips across the country to see new states, sites, and amusement parks (he was especially fond of rollercoasters and other high-thrill rides). He also enjoyed visiting his hometown of Lucca Sicula, Sicily to catch up with friends and family.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory; devoted wife, Antonina Maurello; loving children, Vita (Maurello) Prentiss, Marianna Maurello, Cassandra Maurello, Giuseppe Maurello, Russell Maurello, sons-in-law Jason and Colin, as well as a host of wonderful family members and friends.
Services will take place July 2nd, at 11:00 am, at St. Dominic Catholic Church (5354 US-85, Colorado Springs, CO 80911) Masks will be required.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family or sent to 4237 Gunbarrel Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80925.
