Anthony a long time resident of Newtown, CT was a member of the SMW Local 38 for over fifty years, holding numerous union positions throughout his career before eventually retiring as Funds Administrator in 1999. Tony was an avid sports enthusiast participating and coaching in both Men's and Girls' softball. Tony was an inductee of the 1998 Newtown Sports Hall of Fame, for his passion and leadership both on and off the field, Tony assembled a recreational softball team that would go on to achieve legendary status.
Anthony's other interests included darts, bowling and caring for his chestnut trees on the property he shares with his loving wife Janet. On Friday nights he loved having friends and family over the house to play darts and enjoy each others company. Tony was known not only for his kindness but also his generosity to all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Anthony is predeceased by his parents and his first wife, Bonnie DeCarlo (Szaley), along with brothers John and Joseph DeCarlo.
Anthony is survived by his devoted wife Janet (Santucci) DeCarlo, his loving daughter Kimmy DeCarlo and husband Scott Decasper. Tony is also survived by brother Michael DeCarlo and wife Barbara, brother Gregory DeCarlo and wife Rose and many nieces and nephews. In addition he leaves behind a dear friend of 50 years Pete Samoskevich. Pete and Tony served on the Newtown Building Committee and were both actively involved on several Newtown Sports teams.
A visitation for Anthony will be held Sunday, August 12, 2018 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Spadaccino and Leo P. Gallagher & Son, Community Funeral Home, 315 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe, CT 06468. A mass of christian burial will occur Monday, August 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM at Saint Rose of Lima Roman Catholic Church, 46 Church Hill Road, Newtown, Connecticut 06470. A burial will occur Monday, August 13, 2018 at Resurrection Cemtery, 208 S Main Street, Newtown, Connecticut 06470.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.spadaccinofuneralhome.com for the DeCarlo family.
