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Tony Stelliga Obituary
Survived by his children Desmond, Nathan and Chantel Stelliga of California, USA and Roman Shahrokh of Surrey, UK, as well as former spouses Lori Stelliga (Loretta Kadar) and Alexandra Shahrokh. Also survived by sister Kimberley Shouldice (Brian Shouldice) and children Mitchell and Evan, Cambridge Ontario, brother Joseph Stelliga (Yasminka Kresic) and children Stephan and Tianne Stelliga of Ottawa, Ontario.
CEO of Spectra7 Microsystems Ltd. and lifelong entrepreneur, Tony will be missed by his his loving family, friends, and many business associates throughout the world.
Following a private family memorial a celebration of life will take place at Terun Ristorante, 448 S. California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 from 4:00 pm until 6:30 pm with a sharing of memories at 5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted to ALS or the Heart and Stroke foundation.
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57 Entries
Patrick Phelan
September 28, 2024
Many fond memories of the Stelliga's growing up. I remember being so excited when I heard that Uncle Don and Aunt Terresa were coming for a visit. I remember them camping in our back yard with their tent trailer and Joe, Kim, and Tony being the "cool" city kids! lol. I came upon this site by accident while searching Marcos Engineering. I'm a "Car Guy" and to say that I was impressed with what Tony did for the Marcos brand would be an understatement. I had very little interaction with Tony as an adult as family's grow apart as we age, however with what I have read here and on other sites I can see that he never strayed from his core values of just being a good person. I did reach out to Tony in the early days of his involvement in the Marcos project, never expecting a return email. To my surprise, and yet not really surprised he did return my email with an email that was true to form, witty, personable, and informative. RIP Tony.
Mary Ann Shoemake
March 29, 2023
He used to come regularly to a Restaurant where I worked In Campbell, CA called Hawgs Seafood Bar....the last yr...before he got remarried.He was always kind,nice and interesting to talk to,am a Fellow Canadian....I was very Sad and shocked by his passing,Too Young.
Chantel Stelliga
March 2, 2022
So wonderful to see all the responses here many years later. I miss my Dad so much and it's amazing to hear how he has touched many people's lives. Thank you all for posting here to keep his memory alive.
Richard Chang
February 5, 2020
I met Tony back in 2005 (I think it was) when I went to the UK to report on a story on Marcos. I stayed near the factory for about a week and saw Tony and his team every day. The story would eventually get picked up by The New York Times and after that, we would grab dinner whenever he visited NYC on business. We would typically go to the Spotted Pig and I remember those nights with tremendous fondness. He became a mentor to me. I'm sure he was a mentor for many people, as he was about as bright as they come and just a wonderful and warm human being. One amazing trait that has stayed with me was his relentless curiosity. For a man of so many accomplishments, he would rarely talk about himself. Instead, he always came full of questions, inquiring about what I was working on and what my wife, an author, was working on. He would talk about cars, music, his family and his children. The last time we had dinner was in February of 2016 he was in town visiting the New School, where his daughter would be attending in the fall. He was proud and excited. He loved New York and said he expected to visit more often to see his daughter. I looked forward to seeing him more often as well. I'm so devastated to learn that he passed away shortly after that dinner. Even though we didn't see each other often, I considered him a friend and will miss him tremendously. I would like send my deepest condolences to Tony's family and friends.
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Roger Billinghurst
September 13, 2019
I have only just heard this sad news of Tony passing. I briefly met Tony in 2004 ,Tony thanked me at the then TVR Factory in Bristol Avenue ,Bisphan Blackpool .I had done little but introduced and arranged for him to meet Mr Smolenski (The then new owner of and to whom I was private assistant ).
To me he was the bright light in the chaos that was in the tvr automotive room, he was so friendly and helpful at a time when I had little idea of what was going on. I would not say we where close as we met just twice ,in Highgate and Blackpool he was always available on the phone. I still have the bottle of red wine he gave me ,and used to speak of him with my family regularly .I wish I'd stayed in touch more ,he made an impact on me .my thoughts with his family and friends .I shall always remember Tony. Rog Billinghurst
Gary Fowler
September 17, 2018
Enjoyed working with him. My employee first met him at a restaurant on Santana Row. Tony became a great client and now both he and Dana Sehnert my employee are once again together in heaven. RIP Tony!
Toronto, Union Restaurant Ossington - spur of the moment and we all connected for a great night! Tony, Joe Stelliga, Kim and Brian Shouldice
March 20, 2017
Tony and sister Kim Shouldice (great visit Toronto)
March 20, 2017
Tony Stelliga and nephew Evan Shouldice
March 20, 2017
Kim, Tony and Joe 2012
March 20, 2017
LINK TO CELEBRATION OF LIFE AND SLIDESHOW https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ch4kmgwgp8pkknf/AACZuXZyKfa2vm1TF4gV79xma?dl=0
Kim and Joe Tony's siblings
October 22, 2016
Marcos TSO GT2 sports coupe debuts in the UK, 2005
Joe and Kim Stelliga, Shouldice
October 10, 2016
Tony and Joe - Back in the day.
Joe and Kim Stelliga, Shouldice
October 10, 2016
Marcos TSO GT Debuts in Australia, 2005
Joe and Kim Stelliga, Shouldice
October 10, 2016
Tony pitching the ultimate VR experience - with Spectra7 of course
Joe and Kim Stelliga, Shouldice
October 10, 2016
Tony at the test bench in the early days (1980's)
Joe and Kim Stelliga, Shouldice
October 10, 2016
Spectra 7 says Happy Birthday Tony!
Joe and Kim Stelliga, Shouldice
October 10, 2016
Tony on a sunny day in California, out driving!
Kim and Joe Shouldice, Stelliga
October 10, 2016
Tony with Joe, Yaz, Stephan and Tianne at their home in Ottawa
Kim and Joe Shouldice, Stelliga
October 10, 2016
Tony with his father Don and brother Joe at Kim's wedding, Oct 5, 1985
Kim and Joe Shouldice, Stelliga
October 10, 2016
Dinner with Tony at his favourite Toronto restaurant
Kim and Joe Shouldice, Stelliga
October 10, 2016
Last picture we rec'd from Tony - he is photo bombed at the New School in NYC, 2016
Kim and Joe Shouldice, Stelliga
October 10, 2016
Spectra 7 MS Inc. Opens TSX Venture Exchange - Feb 19, 2013
Kim and Joe Shouldice, Stelliga
October 10, 2016
Tony receives OttawaU Alumni Award of Excellence, 2014
Kim and Joe Shouldice, Stelliga
October 10, 2016
Joe, Tony, Kim and Brian with Marcos, 2012
Kim and Joe Shouldice, Stelliga
October 10, 2016
Tony recognized for endowment to Johns Hopkins ALS Clinic, Baltimore
Kim and Joe Shouldice, Stelliga
October 10, 2016
Tony Brown
October 1, 2016
Tony we spoke briefly in the past I wish you a safe passing and I hope that your looking down and smiling on your family I am sadden that we didn't meetup and for you to see what I have done with the company Well Marcos is in safe hands and the new car is coming on strong Thank you for the good wishes and I hope that your happy with what I have done be safe be happy stay strong many thanks Tony Brown
Peter Luce
September 27, 2016
I just heard the news and was just shocked. Tony and I would touch base once every 5 years or so. I was always amazed at his accomplishments. He went a long way from the days on Highman Ave. I was just telling my youngest but I likley told all my kids about how Tony and I would be driven by our parents for an hour so we could attend band practice. Tony on the sax and me on the trombone. Funtimes. We were always treated to a super sub at the Mr. Sub in Preston on the way home. I'm so sorry for the loss of your Father, Brother and friend.
Sam Mendolia
August 15, 2016
My deepest condolences to Tony's family. I had the pleasure of working with Tony at Quellan. It was my first experience in a start-up company. Tony was a gifted entrepreneur and it was amazing to watch him work his magic. I'll always remember him somehow getting Panasonic managers to sign off on a P.O. out of thin air on a white board in Japan. Tony had a really amazing way of creating new opportunities.
Sarah and Stuart Moir
June 26, 2016
Our deepest sympathy. My husband Stuart worked for Tony at Marcos and he and myself had the greatest times when he was in the uk ! Our son loved him and would "test drive" the new concept cars. Always a gentleman and someone we are lucky to have known. May he rest in peace.
Ready to take on the world....
Ray Scobie
June 16, 2016
Our sincere condolences to Joe, Kim and families and Lori. As you know, Tony and I shared many great times together in college and beyond. Always a bright light, Tony illuminated every person he was with. RIP Stell you will be missed.
June 16, 2016
My deepest sympathies to all the Stelliga family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Doreen Warner-Steliga
Edward R.
June 12, 2016
I am shocked and saddened to learn about Tonys passing... My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I only new him a short time but I could tell Tony was no ordinary person, always humble his passion and intelligence shined through . Tony, I will miss our time working on your bmw 8 series and having a good laugh, you will be remembered...I wish you smooth v12 motoring on an eternal road, R.I.P.
June 8, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Tony passing. We have many wonderful memories of him spending time with us on Highman . He will be missed ...
Clayton and Gloria Reid
Brian Reid
June 7, 2016
So sad to hear of Tony's sudden passing. We have many good memories of him from Highman Ave. Great sense of adventure and a good family friend. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Gourgen Oganessyan
June 4, 2016
Tony, thank you for teaching me everything I know. I will miss you so much. RIP
Mr & Mrs Barber
June 3, 2016
Remember the whole family, my son Cameron and Tony got into a lot of mischief throwing eggs and soaping windows. Remember firecracker nights with the whole Stelliga family. Wonderful memories.
June 3, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entre Stelliga family. Jayne & David Herring, Cambridge Ontario
Pat and and Richard Harman
June 3, 2016
Our sincere condolences go out to Joe, Yaz and the entire Stelliga family during this time of loss. We hope that your memories of Tony will bring much comfort in the weeks and years ahead.
Cheryl Barker
June 2, 2016
Tony gave me an opportunity to work with him at Quellan that had a significant impact on my life. I will always be so grateful to him. My deepest condolences to his children and family.
Diana & Rick Bond
June 1, 2016
We are so sorry Joe & Yaz to hear of this sad news. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and to your entire family, along with our heartfelt condolences.
Lyn Marsh
June 1, 2016
On behalf of my late husband Jem, the founder of Marcos Cars, and all Marcos Owners I would like to send my deepest sympathies and sincerest condolences to all the Stelliga family. It was a great pleasure to know him and he was a great inspiration to our marque.
Mike Purtell
June 1, 2016
I worked with Tony in Silicon Valley at Intersil Corporation. A strong team builder, Tony attracted talented design, product, test, and application engineers, and technicians, admins, sales, and marketing professionals to his organizations at Quellan, Intersil, and Spectra7.
He was a very humble man, and kind to all levels of the organization. Common attributes among the many people Tony hired are compassion and kindness for people from all walks of life. My sympathy goes out to Tony's family and friends, and the staff of Spectra7.
Rest in peace.
June 1, 2016
Great memories from Highman Ave. Condolences to his family. The Ormans.
Sandra Speckeen (Davenport)
June 1, 2016
I am saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Tony. I grew up on Highman Ave. and share memories of the fun fairs we had in their backyard and going to his birthday as a child. I remember Tony & Loretta dating throughout high school as well. I lost touch with Tony as we all went our ways. Tony & his family were part of my childhood memories on Highman Ave. Condolences to his children & family R.I.P
May 31, 2016
My Sincere condolences go out to Tony's family. Tony will always be remembered as having a positive and upbeat personality.
Lorne Bailey
Peter Rann
May 31, 2016
Tony was always a part of growing up on Highman Ave. The dirt bikes, football and hockey games. Great memories looking back. He will be missed.
Linda Bailey
May 31, 2016
Tony was a great brother in-law. We have many great memories we will cherish forever. We are saddened by his sudden passing. Our condolences to all the family and friends, we will truly miss him.
Linda Bailey (Kadar) and my 4 children Sarah, Lisa, Carrie, Kyle
Jocelyn Maloney-Sinclair
May 31, 2016
So sad to hear of Tony's sudden passing. We hadven't been in touch for many years but he will always be remembered for his kind ways and the ability to make people smile. Deepest sympathy to all of Tony's family
Tony at Gandalf Picnic - helping
Sharon Bond
May 31, 2016
My sincere condolences to Tony's family. What a shock. I worked with Tony at Gandalf in late '70's, early '80's and remember so many good times. He was always up for a laugh. I've posted a pic from that time, one of many Gandalf parties. If anything was going on, Tony was in the thick of it. RIP.
On top of the world - Mt. Fuji
The Stelliga's
May 31, 2016
Robin Holtson
May 31, 2016
Sincere condolences to Tony's family. Enjoyed knowing & working together during our days together at Quellan.
Anthony & Sandra Wojteczko
May 31, 2016
As a lifelong friend we will miss you with a heavy heart. Looking back on all our memories with a huge smile. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family. Rest in Pease Brother! Anthony & Sandra Wojteczko
Sharon Mackay
May 31, 2016
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Tony's family. Tony and I were school mates at GPSS in Galt ... may he rest in eternal peace.
Sharon Chaulk Wolfe
May 31, 2016
So sad to hear of Tony's sudden passing. I have many good memories of him when he was at Gandalf. Great sense of humour and a good friend. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
May 31, 2016
Lots of great memories of hanging out with Tony years ago on Highman Avenue. Tony was a real fun friend and always made me laugh.
Condolences to Kim and Joe and all the Stelligas.
Tom MacKinnon
Claude Laguë
May 31, 2016
On behalf of all the alumni, students, employees, and professors of the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Ottawa, I wish to express my sincere condolences to Tony's family and friends. Tony was a great uOttawa Engineering alumnus and a tremendous friend and supporter of his alma mater. Less than two weeks ago, he generously hosted a meeting of our Faculty Alumni Advisory Board at his office in Palo Alto. His passion, drive, and enthusiasm were contagious and we will all miss him very much.
Claude Laguë, Dean, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ottawa
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