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Anthony GUZZO Obituary

GUZZO - Anthony "Tony" C.M.S. Ret., U.S. Air Force Suddenly, September 8, 2015, beloved husband of the late Dorothy "Dottie" (nee Grotz) Guzzo; loving father of Vicky (Steve) Glamuzina, Anthony C. Guzzo and the late Steven A. Guzzo; loving grandfather "Papa" of Tom (Lauren), Steven (Maria) and Phillip Glamuzina, Steven A. Guzzo Jr. and Jessica Guzzo; great-grandfather of Isabella, Maximilian and Dominic Glamuzina; loving uncle of many nieces and nephews. Mr. Guzzo's body has been donated to UB Medical Research Center, according to his wishes. In celebration of the life of Anthony Guzzo, a Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, September 12 at 10 AM at Our Lady of Bistrica Church, 1619 Abbott Rd., Lackawanna, where the family will receive friends at 9 AM. Memorials may be made to the National Parkinson's Foundation of WNY, 300 International Dr., Suite 224, Williamsville, NY 14221. On-line condolences may be shared at www.TheDietrich FuneralHome.com

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Published by Buffalo News from Sep. 10 to Sep. 11, 2015.

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Jim Muscatello

September 4, 2022

Tony realized I had no vehicle maintenance future in the Air Force. As a result he made me study for college for a few hours a day while on military duty. fast forward 30 years and I retired as a Colonel. Tony I will always remember you and am thankful for all you did for me.

Jim Muscatello

September 5, 2019

RIP Chief!

Angela Mancuso

September 18, 2015

This is for you, Dottie & Steven. RIP you will be greatly missed my dear friends

Richard W. Muscatello, Colonel, USAF

September 15, 2015

Sincere condolences to the Guzzo family. I had the good fortune of working with and enjoying the company of CMSgt Guzzo as a member of the 914th Airlift Wing. Tony, epitomized the quintessential non-commissioned officer, who wore his uniform with pride and purpose. I am pleased to say that Tony and Dottie were my faithful friends. Sgt Guzzo, I am sure, has prepared you well to meet the challenges of his loss. My He Rest in Peace: my good friend.

Rick DeBlasi

September 14, 2015

To Anthony,Vicky and family. My condolences. I am sorry I was unable to attend service due to work. Your father gave me many happy memories with many fun stories. I will always remember his smile when I did something goofy . Peace and prayers to your family.

Jim Muscatello

September 14, 2015

I am very sorry to hear about Tony's passing, truely a great man! I owe all my success as well as headaches in the Military to you Tony! You "made" me study and finish college so I would become and Officer and get out of your hair - and you had your own special way of encouraging me to do so!!! You were and still are a great mentor, NCO and friend and I will never forget all you have done for me. My prayers are with you and your family.
Col Jim Muscatello NYANG

Linda Voit

September 13, 2015

Tony and family,

Sorry I couldn,t make it to the memorial mass yesterday. Please know you were in my thoughts and prayers

Love you,
Linda

Amy (Kirsch) Kobler

September 12, 2015

Vicky and Anthony,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a nice man and his smile will be missed in the neighborhood.

JoAnn Losi

September 12, 2015

Heartfelt condolences to the Guzzo family. My dad and family met Tony and his beloved Dottie, at Elderwood, when my mom (Jean Gatti), resided there. Tony and my dad, Larry became fast friends. Tony always had a great story to tell. He always looked in on my mom, when our family could not be at Elderwood. He was a good friend to our family. Rest in Peace Tony.

Jim & Huguette Murphy

September 12, 2015

Dear Vicky
We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your Father. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Pat and Sandy (Buchina)Burns

September 11, 2015

To Vicky and Anthony:
So sorry to hear about your Dads passing. Have fond memories of growing up in your Mom and Dad's home. I am sure he will be happy to see your Mom and Stevie again. You are in our thoughts at this sad time.

Sarah Barraclough

September 11, 2015

I,m sorry to here about your father,s passing. He always came to see me at cwa locals union hall. He was a chief std when I met him and he always had stories and jokes to make me laugh. Tony will be missed by all that knew an loved him. He,s now at peace with your mother.

Jolene Martin-Pasternak

September 11, 2015

My deepest condolences to the Guzzo family.

Casey Brzozowiec

September 11, 2015

November 1981 my dad became very ill and we knew he had just days left because of his illness. Just before Thanksgiving, you all bought a fresh turkey and brought it to my mom, my brother, and me. Because of our great neighbors "The Guzzo's," we had a Thanksgiving that year. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Angela Mancuso

September 11, 2015

To the Guzzo family:
It's hard to say goodbye to an old friend. I have many wonderful memories of the times I spent with Dottie and Tony, which I hold dearly. May Tony be reunited with the love of his life Dottie and his beloved son Steven. May you all find peace in knowing what a wonderful, kind hearted, thoughtful person Tony was. RIP

Martha and Dennis Boyle

September 10, 2015

Dear Vicky, Steve and family,
We were so very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was a great guy and always congenial. We have fond memories of him and Bill working on the trains! Peace to all of you at this difficult time.

Vicki and Ron VanHorn

September 10, 2015

Vicky
Your Dad could light up a room with his wonderful sense of humor. He was a joy to be around. We know you will miss him dearly. You have our sympathy and we will keep you all in our prayers.

Ronald Hayes

September 10, 2015

My deepest and sincerest condolences to the Family of Tony Guzzo. I worked with him for many years and we were good friends. I'm truly sorry that I cannot make it to the Memorial Service as I am just back home from the hospital (Triple bypass open heart surgery, with an aortic valve replacement)

Sam,Kim & Brandon Schlegel

September 10, 2015

Our condolences and sympathy go out to the Guzzo family.We know Tony will be truly missed but hope he will find eternal peace when reunited with his wife Dotty in heaven.RIP "Mr. Guz"

Bob Gritzke

September 10, 2015

My condolences to the family of Tony Guzzo.I worked with Tony and had many good times on and off the job.I am retired military like Tony and always had that bond with him.I'll miss his emails and my tel calls to him.RIP my friend

Ann Ebeling/Guzzo

September 10, 2015

Dear cousin Vicky& Family, & Anthony,
We are so sad to hear That your dad past away. He is very special
To us during THE years as well as your mom,God rest his soul and may he be reunited with your mom & brother Steve. Our prayers are with you. All ou love, Ann Hennie Carly& Wouter & Jesse

Mark DeLuca

September 10, 2015

We all will miss Tony, for his friendship and always being there to help someone out.
Bye dear friend.
Mark DeLuca

Richard & Marie Coulombe

September 10, 2015

Vicki, and Anhony My heart, and prayers will be with you always. So many wonderful memories including his pain and heart aches. We have shared so much, and we will miss him so dearly

Jack and Mary Jo Oconnor

September 10, 2015

We are so sorry to hear about Tony. He was a good friend and neighbor.We will not be able to come to mass because Jack is not doing well.

Reggie & Linda Fox

September 10, 2015

Vicky & Anthony,
Your Dad was a wonderful friend and neighbor who will be truly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Fr. Jack Mattimore, S.J.

September 10, 2015

Dear Vicky and Anthony,
I am sorry for your loss. I remember your father from Brookside over 50 years ago and then as recently as a few years ago when he came to my father's funeral. It is good to think of him now that he is reunited with your mother and Stevie.
I will offer Mass for him and will be praying for you and your family.
God bless.

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