Anthony C. Drago

AGE: 73 • Toms River

Anthony C Drago, 73 of Toms River died suddenly at Community Medical Center, Toms River. He worked as a Union Electrician for IBEW Union Local #3 of New York City for 35 years before retiring in 2000. Born in Brooklyn, NY he lived in Lavallette prior to moving to Toms River 4 years ago. He served in the army during Korea from 1956-58. He was a communicant of St Luke's Church, Toms River. He loved cars especially Corvettes, he was an avid Yankee fan and enjoyed the beach. Surviving are his wife of 22 years, Kathleen M Schwiering, sons and daughter-in-laws, Philip & Joyce and Timothy & Tina all of Long Island, daughters, Denise McKeon & husband Sean of Long Island, Olivia Rose Drago of Toms River, and 5 grandchildren, Thomas, Nicholas, Chloe, Christopher and Timothy. Visitation is Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 PM at Oliverie Funeral Home 2925 Ridgeway Rd Manchester. Funeral Liturgy is Thursday 9:30 AM at St Luke's Church, Toms River with interment to follow at Brigadier Gen Wm C Doyle NJ Veteran's Cemetery, Arneytown. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the American Heart Association 1 Union St Suite 301 Robbinsville, NJ 08691. For directions, or to send online condolences, please visit our website at www.oliveriefuneralhome.com.

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Published by Asbury Park Press on Jul. 19, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Drago

10 Entries

Pam Caucino

August 15, 2011

Dear Kathy and Olivia,
Just recently heard of this sad news and couldn't believe it. I always enjoyed talking to Tony whether it was at Lavallette School or on the beach. Hope your memories of good times and special moments that you all shared ease your pain during this difficult time. Jack, Tara and I will keep the both of you in our prayers.

Sincerely,
Pam

American Heart Association

July 21, 2011

May the memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

July 21, 2011

Dear Olivia, sorry for your loss. He was always a pleasant man. Condolences to you and your family.
Kathy-Devlins @ the desk

Thomas

July 20, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. You and your mom are in our thoughts and prayers. Your dad was a great guy. He will be missed by all of us. Much Love and Hugs....George, Donna, Samantha, Jessica and Mark....of course Rambo & Lexi too xoxo

Elaine Barnych-Castillo

July 20, 2011

Uncle Sonny,

You have been called home to be with our Heavenly Father in his Kingdom. Although a void will be left, hearts are breaking and tears are shed over the great loss here, there is comfort in knowing you have been rejoined with Nana, Poppie, Aunt Annette (and Michael!), Aunt Marie and my mom. Nana’s life revolved around her family and I know she is glowing in Heaven having her children with her again. We will call upon our memories and family times we spent together over the decades. Love your niece, Elaine.

Allison Sitzman

July 19, 2011

Dear Uncle Sonny,
Thanks for being my godfather and you will be missed and are loved by so many. My heart also goes out to your two sons and two daughters esp beautiful Oliva who is like a little sister to us all. Also to your daughters and sons in law and grandchildren and wife Kathy. Thank you Uncle Sonny and Kathy for making sure we get to see Olivia so many times a year. We love you and miss you already and I will be wearing my communion cross that you gave me tomorrow. I reminded my Mom of her conversation with you last week when she said don't worry Uncle Sonny, take care of your health first. So saddened by the lose to this family and hard to believe you will be with Nana, Poppy, Grandma, Aunt Phyllis and Aunt Marie now who we all love and miss. Love, Allie

Olivia Drago

July 19, 2011

thank you to all and especialy thank you to karen

Scott Meltzer, DMD

July 19, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, we were shocked and saddened to hear the news, Tony was a great guy, he will be missed.
Dr. Meltzer and staff

Gloria Montalban-Hamm

July 19, 2011

My deepest condolences to your family on your loss of a wonderful husband, father and son. Anthony was a very sweet man and will always be remembered for his calm, friendly demeanor. He will be missed. Know that he and all his family will be in my prayers.

July 19, 2011

Dear Olivia, My thoughts and heart are with you during this terrible time. All of us at Devlin Camp are there for you. Love, Karen

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