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Anthony Civella Obituary

Anthony Thomas Civella, Sr., 75, Kansas City, MO, passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2006, in Phoenix, AZ, while enjoying a golfing vacation with family and friends. Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m., Monday, February 20, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1357 NE 42nd Terr., Kansas City, MO, 64116; entombment in Resurrection Mausoleum, Kansas City North. Visitation will be 3-9 p.m., Sunday, at Passantino Bros. Funeral Home, 2117 Independence Blvd., Kansas City, MO, 64124; where the rosary will be said at 6 p.m. The family requests no flowers. Tony was born in Kansas City, MO, on February 17, 1930, to Carl and Fannie Civella. He lived his entire life in the Kansas City area. On February 6, 1951, Tony married his childhood sweetheart, Molly DeLuna, and over the years fathered five children. Tony belonged to various organizations including the Tobacco Round Table. He owned several businesses and real estate during his life including restaurants and rental properties. Tony was devoted to his family, and was a man who liked to do things his own way. This trait endeared him to the people who knew him well and came to love him. Although he only fathered five children, Tony became a beloved father figure to many, many others. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Fannie Civella; and son-in-law, John Sansone. Tony is survived by his wife of 55 years, Molly Civella; his children and their spouses, Carl and Bridget Civella, Nick A. Civella, Fanny-Jo Sansone, Vince and Savara Civella, Anthony T. Civella, Jr.; grandchildren, Molly Ann Civella, Stacie Civella, Tony Carl and Valerie Civella, Michael Sansone, Anthony Sansone, Anthony Joe Civella, Amalia Civella, Tony John Civella, Brianna Civella, Celia Civella, Zoe Stephens, Anthony T. Civella III, Francesca Civella, Spano Civella; great-grandchildren, Rianne Civella, Dante Civella, Nicolette Sansone; brother and sister-in-law, Carmen "Butch" and Barbara Civella; brothersin-law and sisters-in-law, Carl and Sandy DeLuna, Rosie and Ralph Siraguso, Frank and Sylvia DeLuna; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, with a special mention and heartfelt thank you to his physician and close friend Dr. John Cascone. Pallbearers: Carl J. Civella, Sam Mirabile, Nick Palmentere, Peter J. Ribaste, Nick Simone, Vince Siraguso, Mark Sorrentino. Honorary Pallbearers: Bennie Palmentere, John Sciortino, Paul Silvio, Pete Tamburello, Paul Varsalona. (Arr: Passantino Bros. Funeral Home (816) 471-2844)

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Published by Kansas City Star from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2006.

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Timothy Hayes

June 20, 2024

Thank you and Miss Margie so much for being in my life. I will always love you both. You, Mr. Nick, Mr. Willie, Little T.... You were my heroes, my friends, the men that little red headed boy on the Westside looked up to.

I am indebted to you and Miss Margie and you all are a part of me. Thank you.

Arlene Clayton

July 26, 2017

Many years have gone since I would shop on Fridays and Saturdays at the Farmers Market in the River Quay and would buy fresh shrimp at the fish house. Time does go on when the years are young and the summers are filled with youth sports and such.

Sorry for the loss of a fine figure to the River quay these many years.

Linda Walpole Garza

January 17, 2015

My dad was friends with Tony Civella, and I went to school with Carl Civella, Tonys son. He was such a nice guy! Tony must have been a great father!

William Locusee

June 5, 2013

I remember you giving the Neighbor kids candy and a great Fourth of July celebration!

John J. Palma

February 13, 2013

It doesn't seem possible that you have been gone 7 years. To Molly and all the Civella family I want you to know We never forget. Rest in peace old friend.

Chris Autrelli

January 27, 2011

My prayers go out to the Civella family,
Mr.Civella Sr. will always be remembered.
-Chris Autrelli

JT QUIK

October 4, 2010

yo wat up g, R.I.P. bro

Christina

July 31, 2010

I never met you, but I was raised by your best friend who lost touch. You mean so much to my life and philosophies, I will never forget the stories. I love you, even if you are just a ghost to me. I love you.

JOHN FRANCIS

November 13, 2009

I AM GRATEFULL FOR EVERY THING THAT HE DID FOR ME ALL OF MY LIFE AND I WILL NEVER FORGET HIM WITH ALL MY LOVE TO ALL JOHN PATRICK FRANCIS

valerie civella

November 10, 2009

I honestly cannot Thank YOU and the whole family for everything. The way you welcomed me, made me apart of your family. I truely felt loved and care for, for the first time .... what an amazing feeling. I love all of you. Poppy You always made me laugh and smile! Just being you!!!! I loved you so much. I just got you! Sorry it took me so long to write it on your page. i love you and always think about you.

valerie civella

November 9, 2009

Love you Poppy. All ways in my prayers.
Love Valerie

Dewey Reynolds

July 10, 2009

To Mrs. Molly Civella and the entire Civella family, I'd like to give my condolences so many years later. Tony will be sadly missed. I remember those days down in the River Quay as a kid and Tony would have the merchants to put us kids to work and make some money. Thanks Tony. God rest your wonderful soul.

Dewey Boyd Reynolds

John Tamburello

December 17, 2007

My dearest Cousins......I am terribly sorry I could not be there to grieve with you. Due to my recent heart attack I was unable. But my prayers and well wishes for the whole family are with you. I think about all of you often. God Bless. Cousin John Tamburello in Cleveland

Alexander Brown

November 11, 2007

My deepest sympathies to the Civella family. My mother, aunts and uncles all grew up on the North Side some years back. I will be sure to remember Mr. Civella when I pray the rosary. God bless the Civella family.

John J. Palma

August 27, 2007

Dear Molly and family, although time has passed my memories of Tony and his big heart will last a life time. We haven't forgot you old friend. Continue your journey in peace.

John J. Palma

Ginger Hilton

April 4, 2007

God bless and keep the Civella family always.

Ginger Hilton

April 4, 2007

May God bless and keep the Civella family always.

MaryAnn (Cassarino) Lang

March 18, 2007

My deepest sympathy to your family.
I'm sorry I wasn't able to attend his services. Tony will be missed
by everyone whose life he touched.

Theresa Hook Barton

March 23, 2006

My sympathies to the Civella and Deluna families. Molly, Tony told the cutest story about when he met you as a young boy; how mesmerized he was watching you in a school show; and how jealous he was that everyone else was equally as mesmerized by you. He said you made his life worth living! I know how you must miss him. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Dinner at the George Chiavola home on Gladstone Blvd., Summer, 1959. Pictured are Tony Civella and Tony Chiavola and I think that's Jack Trombino between them? Aunt Fannie is in one picture, and Josie, too. Rose Chiavola -- anyway, I made the "sugu".

Margaret Lee

March 22, 2006

Memories of happy days long ago will brighten the sad days -- but my daughters and I remember happy holidays with the Civella family branch -- although the years have dulled other less important memories.

Prayers for you all!

Margaret Holden Lee (mother of the Chiavola girls) I've added a picture of Tony to the photo Gallery -- taken in 1959 at 3628 Gladstone Blvd., K.C., Mo.

Don D'Amico

March 6, 2006

Our prayers are with your family. May you all find peace in God's love at this time of loss.

The D'Amico Family

Oliver and Kristen Badgio

February 23, 2006

We are so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with your enitre family. God Bless.

Nick and Donna Finazzo

February 22, 2006

Our hearts go out to Fannie and the entire Civella family. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Linda Gunn

February 21, 2006

Your friendship was very special and will always be remembered.

Joe Wetherbee

February 21, 2006

You were always a very special friend and mentor. I will always remember you and our special lectures.

KAREN ROITBURD

February 21, 2006

TONY WAS A MAN EVERYONE RESPECTED AND LOVED. HIS FAMILY WAS HIS WORLD AND LIFE. HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED. HIS FAMILY'S SORROW IS ALSO MINE.

Natale & Helen Maucelli

February 21, 2006

Tony, We Will miss you. You will always be in our hearts forever.

GO WALK WITH GOD.

Jim Pickett

February 21, 2006

Our sympathys are with the entire Civella family. We met Tony many year ago when our children played baseball with his children. He was a true gentleman and a pleasure to know. May he rest in peace.

Di Fidi Angie

February 21, 2006

Please accept my sincerest sympathy in your loss! I was unable to attend the services because of being out-of-town. My thoughts and prayers are with you Molly and your family!

Diana W. Pinegar (Micco)

February 20, 2006

Our deepest sympathy and great honor and respect to Molly and the family...Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you. I always called him "Tony R"! Mr.C was thee kindest and nicest man anyone would ever want to meet...from the Micco Family to yours....May Tony Rest in Peace Forever.........God Bless

Jerry Green

February 20, 2006

My deepest sympathy to the family.

What wonderul times Tony and I had when we were in our 20's! I will remember his friendsahip and cherish his memory forever.

Jerry Green

Megan Guyer

February 20, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the Civella family. Tony will never be forgotten.

Terry Celestin

February 20, 2006

My deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Civella. He was one of a kind. Mr. Civella kept me from making a huge mistake when I was younger and he has always been in my prayers. May God hold him in the palm of His hand. Rest in peace Mr. C.

JoAnn McManis

February 20, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. Tony was a great man and will be missed all who knew him. He was always quick to help others. I meet Tony when I worked for Pete Tamburello, and my daughter went to school with several of his grandsons. You are all in our prayers and thoughts. JoAnn

Cathy (DiBenedetto) Barron

February 20, 2006

The Barron's wish your family our deepest sympathy. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Cathy,Jeff,Karl,and Andrea

Steve Arnone

February 19, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.



Steve and Paul Arnone

Arnone's Car Care Center

J. R. 'bannana' Spinello

February 19, 2006

Tony Sr.

You my friend have been a champion of the little ones. you have lived for us and nurtured us beyond any reasonable expectation. we owe you. we love you. your family is now our responsibilty. you were the best man to all of the little ones you annointed over the years. we love you.

peace be unto you.



mehalkiem.

J. Landie

February 19, 2006

Sorry for your loss.

Jim Trinidad

February 19, 2006

Vince,Though your heart is troubled now, this too shall pass...My deepest sorrow for you and your family.

Yvonne Figueora

February 19, 2006

Our very deepest sympathies to Fannie and the entire Civella family. You are in our prayers.

God Bless,

Yvonne, Michael and Molly Figueroa

Linda Caldwell

February 19, 2006

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. May God Bless you in your time of sorrow.

Linda Caldwell (Cherrito)

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Chris & Alecia Smith

February 19, 2006

My deepest sympathy is with the entire Civella family. Tony was a good man and will be deeply missed by all.

Frank & Annice Cherrito

February 19, 2006

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Civella was a kind and thoughtful man. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this time of sorrow.

Frank & Annice Cherrito

Lorraine Chatmon

February 19, 2006

Mrs. Civella, Vince and Tony Jr. and entire Family. My deepest sympathy. My Prayers are with you all. (The Woodlands)

Lisa Williams

February 18, 2006

Our prayers are with the family~



Lisa Williams

Barbara Stephens

February 18, 2006

My deepest sympathy to the entire family.

tom bacino

February 18, 2006

we are sending our condlences to you and family. tony was the best. we were glad to have known him.

tom&marie bacino chicago,il

Victoria "Vicki" Rum

February 18, 2006

My deepest sympathy is with the entire family and, may the grace of God lay his hands upon each of your hearts, and fill you with the Holy Spirit, during this difficult time.



God Bless.

Bill Owens

February 18, 2006

My condolences, sympathy and thoughts will be with the entire family.

Victoria "Vicki" Rum

February 18, 2006

My deepest sympathy is with the entire family and, may the grace of God lay his hands upon each of your hearts, and fill you with the Holy Spirit, during this difficult time.



God Bless.

Mary-Frances & Barb Lascuola / Kreisel

February 18, 2006

Please accept our condolences, Tony was a good man and a good friend. Sorry we will not make it to the services. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

William Marvin Allee Jr

February 18, 2006

i send my best wishes to the family and god bless to the loved ones.

Mr&Mrs Robert Hutchison

February 18, 2006

we love you uncle tony!

Mark Sandridge

February 18, 2006

My prayers are out to Mr.Civella and his family. God Bless.

Mark Sandridge

February 18, 2006

My prayers are out to Mr.Civella and his family. God Blees.

Mary Ann Lagas (Giaramita)

February 18, 2006

He will be greatly missed.

Roselyn Mandacina Kraack

February 18, 2006

Sorry to hear of the loss of Tony.

My prayers are with all of you.

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February 18, 2006

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John J. Palma

February 18, 2006

Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to Molly and all the family for your loss. What better thing to say of someone than to say he was my friend. Goodbye old friend rest in peace. The Palma family.

JUDITH C. SIESS

February 18, 2006

MOLLY & FAMILY



I SEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR

YOUR LOSS.



SINCERELY

JUDITH C. SIESS

James Spallo

February 18, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family at this time of loss. May Tony rest in peace.

Connie Cavaliere-Webb

February 18, 2006

There are no words to express the sadness that I feel for all of you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

DAVE HARRIS

February 18, 2006

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.HE WAS A GOOD MAN.DAVE HARRIS FORMERLY OF GLADSTONE.MO.

margaret brown

February 18, 2006

God Bless You and Your Family.

Frank Gregg

February 18, 2006

My respects to Mr. Civella and my sympathies and prayers to the family.

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