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ANTHONY J. "TONY" COLONE Jr.

ANTHONY J. "TONY" COLONE Jr. obituary, Fort Wayne, IN

ANTHONY COLONE Obituary

ANTHONY J. "TONY" COLONE JR., 63, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015, at Rush University, in Chicago, Ill. Born in Fort Wayne, Tony graduated from Central Catholic High School as well as IPFW where he earned his associated degree in criminal justice. Tony served the City of Fort Wayne as a police officer for 31 years before becoming a police officer for IPFW where he finished his career after 10 years, retiring in 2014. Tony loved electronics and had his own store COLAB for several years. He also enjoyed shopping and cooking but his pride and joy were his family and grandchildren. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. Surviving are his wife, Jeri Colone of Fort Wayne; children, Anthony "AJ" Colone III of Fort Wayne, Jami (Joseph) Powell of Chicago, Ill. and Joseph "Joey" (Amelia) Colone of Fort Wayne; grandchildren, Bennett and Eloise Powell, and Rose Colone; brother, Mark Colone of Fort Wayne; and sister, Toni Ann Tyner of Fort Wayne. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Rose Colone Sr. Mass of Christian Burial is 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, 2015, at St. Jude Catholic Church, with calling one hour prior. Father Robert D'Souza officiating. Calling also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, 2015, at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road, with a rosary service at 3:30 p.m. Burial in Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Catholic Church. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.domccombandsons.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Oct. 2, 2015.

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Brian Knuth

September 26, 2025

Will always remember the great times

October 7, 2015

We will miss Tony's laughter and stories. So many memories but oh what fun! Hugs, Tim & Linda Jackson

October 6, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to your family. Miss running into you shopping! The Loeffler's

October 4, 2015

Jeri,

I am sorry to hear about your great loss. Mary and I will keep you, AJ, Jamie, and Joseph in our prayers. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.

Joel & Mary Linker

Lynn & Cindi Baker

October 4, 2015

Mark, We're saddened to learn of the passing of your brother, Tony. Our condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Deb Riley

October 4, 2015

AJ and family: I extend my deepest condolences to your family. Through our friendship AJ I could sense the extraordinary family bond you hold very dear. It is very difficult to lose the unconditional love of a parent and husband. However our faith teaches us that those who love us continue to love and pray for us as we continue to love and pray for them. As Corinthians tells us "Love never ends...Faith, hope and love remain, these three; but the greatest of these is love." My prayers are with your family.

October 3, 2015

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY YOU DRAW CLOSE TO OUR LOVING GOD BY READING HIS WORD, AND FIND COMFORT IN THE HOPE THAT HE GIVES US ALL : OF SEEING OUR LOVED ONES AGAIN IN A BEAUTIFUL NEW PARADISE HOME HERE ON EARTH.

Nancy Schmidt (Ritchie)

October 2, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the family! You all are in my prayers always. If I can do anything please let me know!

Sue Moorhead

October 2, 2015

Thoughts and prayers to Tonys family and friends. Tony and I went to CC together.

Stephanie Richardson

October 2, 2015

Jeri Sue you and the kids are in our thoughts and prayers.

Mary Jo

October 2, 2015

So sad to hear of Tony's passing. A good memory: Tony and I shared a birthday, which is something we talked about throughout the years, whenever we made contact. He used to remind my mom of that too, every time he'd see her in the (old) Rogers Market on State Street. RIP, Tony.......you caused disruption in Study Hall at CC, with your knowledge of electronics and a certain radio. We all laughed.

Amy Keefer

October 2, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Tom & Anita Hoot

October 2, 2015

Jeri Jo and family, We will always cherish the wonderful memories and times that we spent with Tony. He was a true roll model for many people.

Brian Knuth

October 2, 2015

Keri, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I will always remember all of the great times I had with Tony. He was always smiling and easy going. He will be missed by everyone.

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