Anthony A. Mancini

Anthony A. Mancini, 93 of Emerson, NJ passed away on September 16, 2021. He was born and raised in the Pelham Bay section of the Bronx and was always proud of his roots as well as his lifelong friends from Harrington Avenue. He proudly served his country in the Navy during the Korean War aboard the USS Philippine Sea. He married the love of his life, Julia, with whom created a wonderful family of five children and eight grandchildren. He worked for New York Telephone and the IBEW Local 3 for over 40 years during which time he became a Foreman.

Anthony was a parishioner of R. C. Church Of The Assumption in Emerson. He was most proud of his many years as a member of the Knights of Columbus St. Thomas More, where he gave many hours of his time, whether it be fixing the building, cooking for the brothers or volunteering his time for those less fortunate.

“Tony” or “Grandpa Tony” as he was known was a very talented man who was always there to lend a hand, whether it be fixing a furnace or building a birdhouse, no chore was too large or small for him to help. He was also considered the “glue of the family” by his many cousins and nephews. However, more than anything he was proud of and loved by his eight adoring grandchildren Christopher, Justin, Michael, Danielle, Dana, Christina, Gabriella and Emily. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.

Anthony was predeceased by his parents Nicola and Sylvia (nee D’Aguilo) Mancini, his sister Bambina Dawes and his brother Joseph. He is survived by his loving wife Julia (nee Morello) and his children Diana, Michael and Pamela (Nee Eck) Mancini, Theresa and Christopher Petermann, Susan and Neal Ferris and Julie Ann and Christopher Leopold as well as his aforementioned grandchildren.

The family will receive guests at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, NJ on Tuesday, September 21st from 3-7pm. A Mass celebrating Anthony’s life and faith will be held at R. C. Church Of The Assumption in Emerson, NJ on Wednesday, September 22nd at 10AM with entombment at Garden of Memories in Township of Washington, NJ to follow. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Knights of Columbus, Council #2188, St. Thomas More, 40 Crest Street, Westwood, NJ 07675 or Spectrum for Living, 210 Rivervale Road, River Vale, NJ 07675.