Anthony "Tony" R. Carro

Tony is survived by his faithful and loving wife of 58 years Cathy; two daughters Joy (Augustus) Burns of Ogdensburg, Denise (Deke) Roberts of Edmond, OK; a son Anthony “Tony” Carro of KS; grandchildren Emilia “Millie” (Evan) Robinson, Anthony, Sunnye and Dominic Carro, Kayla Harper, Desiree (Thomas) Schepp, and great-grandchildren Liliana & Nox Rouhani, Olivia, Geneva & Lincoln Schepp; Lily Burns and several nieces, nephews & cousins.

Tony, also known as “Poker” is predeceased by his grandchildren Matthew (28) & Dillan (19) Brabant; Jacob (31) Harper and son-in-law Thomas (41) Harper.

Tony was born on January 6, 1941 in Rome, the only child of the late Frank & Emilia (Delvecchio) Carro. He graduated from Rome High School and continued his education at Empire State College where he obtained an applied science degree. He later married Catherine “Cathy” Lesperance on April 15, 1965 and their union began this legacy.

During his career, he worked for General Cable, Rome State School and the St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center Children’s unit where he retired from in 1991. Tony also started the first drug awareness program with Joseph Sears in the late 1970’s, he owned & operated a local foosball gallery in the 80’s and the Hilltop Drive Inn in Utica.

As a child, he loved the game of baseball and played in the Babe Ruth League, the Acme Club and the American Legion League. He was recruited to play in the Oneida League, a semi-pro league and after his first year he was granted a move up to AAA and played for the Milwaukee Braves. A very unfortunate shoulder injury cut his baseball career short.

Tony’s love of the fast life led him to become a race car driver, racing with Shirley Muldowney who later became known as the “First lady of Drag Racing.” He was also a very talented drummer and vocalist and was frequently asked to sit in and play with the Platters, Sammy Davis Jr. and Wayne Newton, just to name a few. Tony continued his musical career for 20+ years. Tony also enjoyed playing cards and spending time with his beloved family.

A celebration of Tony's life will be held in the spring at a date to be determined.

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