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Anthony DURSO Obituary
He was born on Dec. 8, 1918, in the Bronx borough of New York City to Delores and Rocco Vito Durso, who had immigrated to Ellis Island from Bari, Italy. Growing up in the shadow of Yankee Stadium, he watched the likes of Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig and Joe DiMaggio play the game. Soon after Pearl Harbor was attacked, he enlisted in the United States Army. He served in General Patton's 5th Armored Division, as a tank commander, during WWII and participated in the infamous Battle of the Bulge. He retired from the United States Postal Service after 35 years of service.
When his beloved wife of 54 years, Annette, died in 2003, he went to live with his son and daughter-in-law in Carrollton, Va. After several years, in 2006, he moved back to his beloved Long Island, NY.
He is survived by his children, Joe Durso and his wife, Lori of Carrollton; Anthony Durso and his wife, Jennifer of Mastic Beach, N.Y., and Teresa Zocco and her husband, John of Saratoga Springs, N.Y.; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Funeral arrangements will be handled by Roma Funeral Home in Shirley, N.Y. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Anthony DURSO
Dad sporting his new hair cut!
May 30, 2013
Spending time with Dad
May 30, 2013
LORI DURSO
November 28, 2012
As I sit here with Christmas staring down upon us yet again; I am having a funny rememory of the Christmas of 1980. Joe was out on the Ship and through various travelings over the holidays I found myself at home in NY with Mom, Dad and Anthony. I was so close to giving birth that Dad was scared that if I sneezed too hard I'd go into labor. That poor man; I don't think he got a good deep breath until Joe had me safely back in Va. And of course knowing this Anthony took full advantage of it by getting me in fits of giggles. I mean Anthony would have me laughing so hard I'd be in tears and a couple of times I thought I was about to go into labor. Dad got so freaked out he started yelling at Anthony, accusing him of making me have the baby too early and what was he going to do now? It was so funny, it just made things worse as far as funny was going on for me...Mom finally ran both of them out so I could catch my breath and compose myself. But she was giggling too about poor Dad's reaction about thinking I might go into labor while I was there... I think Dad almost banned Anthony from being anywhere near me for the rest of my stay.
Some rememories are bittersweet. This one is surely is.
Joe
November 27, 2012
Thank you to my lovely wife for keeping this page alive.
June 8, 2011
Here is another re-memory s told by Joe;
"There are so many good memories that he left us with and that's what we should do everyday, remember the many happy times we all had with him.....
The one that stands out for me is the day I left for the Navy. He took me to the recruiting station at 5:00 AM and as the bus left to take us to Fort Hamilton, I looked out the window and saw Dad with the most forlorn look on his face that I had never seen before. It was at that moment that I truly knew how much he loved me and that he was worried about sending me out on my own to face the world. Up to that point in my life, like any 19-20 year old, I just thought that his main mission in life was to make my life miserable. But, oh how wrong was I?"
We now have a third generation Military Man who [I feel] is trying to uphold and Honor Dad's belief. Thanks to Dad for serving in WW II and for giving us our deep appreciation of military service. Some things are just taught without ever saying a word....Thank you Dad for all you gave and are still giving through your memory.
? Lori
June 8, 2011
It's been more that a year since Dad left us to go be with Mom. I'm gathering stories [re-memories] I'll call "FUNNIEST GRAMPA MOMENTS" and add to this book of memories. I hope they'll be enjoyed for a very long time. I love and Honor You Dad.....Lori
This is a re-memory from and as told by Daniel, our son;
"I remember a post Christmas visit to Grandma and Grandpa's one year, I'm probably around 10 or 12yrs old and Grandpa took me to Toys R Us to buy me a Christmas present. I was pretty big into pirate Legos at the time, and I was taking my sweet time perusing the massive selection to make sure I picked out just the right one, while Grandpa patiently waited in the isle behind me. To me, it was a fleeting moment but all these years later, after having witnessed his aggravation just having to wait 10 minutes for a table in a restaurant, I can truly appreciate how much he loved me to wait in a toy store which had nothing of interest to him aside from me, indulge my indecisiveness with no complaints or rushing and still manage to take pleasure from the simple experience of making me happy. What more could any child ask for in a Grandfather?
It really hurts that he's gone, but I'm happy that he gave me hundreds of memories like this. I know that you have even more. Take a few moments today and instead of mourning his passing, recall one and relive his love for all of us.
Love,
Danie
June 8, 2011
This is a re-memory story as told by our Brother Anthony; "One of my favorite memories was when I was around 9 or so. I asked him if he would take me to Southards Pond to go fishing. At the time I did not know you could drive right to the lake. I told him we had to walk the trail about 2 miles to get to it. It was so muddy and wet with puddles but we kept going. After an hour and a half walk we get to the pond and then see a car pull up, and a guy gets out with his fishing rod! Dad just laughed and said we could have driven here. But I know that he enjoyed the walk as much as I did. He never complained. And it was a day that we both never forgot. I used to bring it up to him and he would smile."
What a cool story, and I know Dad probably got many good laughs out of that day.
Amanda J
May 14, 2010
Joe, Lori, and Daniel - I was very sadden to hear of the lose of your beloved Father and Grandfather. You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Hugs from NC
Dad
May 14, 2010
"The Love of my Life on the BEST day of my life!"
May 14, 2010
"Who lives better than this?"
May 14, 2010
Gary and Lana Moon
May 12, 2010
Dear Joe and Lori: Gary and I were sad to hear the news of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire Durso Family.
Your USS Mississippi Family Gary and Lana.
Kasey & John Davis
May 11, 2010
Joe and Lori,
So very sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Keep in mind we never really lose our parents -they live on with us forever in our memories. When times are especially lonely and difficult, pull these good and happy memories up in your mind and relive the happy times you were fortunate to have together. - Kasey and John Davis
May 11, 2010
Dear Joe and Lori, Steve and I were so sad to here about Dad passing. He was such a neat guy! I remember him sitting on our back deck, with a beer in his hand, looking out at the Water and saying "nobody lives this good". It was a joy for us to know him. We are sorry for your loss, but he will be spending mother's day with your mom. We will keep you all in our prayers. Caroline Forehand, Smithfield, VA
Al "Griz" Stevens
May 11, 2010
My dear friends as always my Prayers are with you in your time of need.
May 11, 2010
God has called another one of His children home. Now Mr. Durso is with his wife, who crossed over ahead of him. They are happy to be back together again, to wait for their children to come home with them at a later date. Do not mourn for him; he is in a better home than he could ever have here on earth. His is a beautiful home that God and the angels are watching over and taking care of for Mr. Durso and all of us who want to go live with him in the hereafter. Know that the family that he left here will be wrapped in God's tender loving arms in a blanket of comfort. Allow Him to comfort you in your hours of need and rest assured that all will be well. Love to Joe, Lori, and Daniel from Lori's sister.
Joseph Casey
May 11, 2010
Dear Joe And loria .Sorry about your Father passing but it sounds like he lived a very good life. You should be proud of that Joe Casey
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