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Anthony Trippi Obituary
He leaves his wife of 59 years, Nancy M. (Leary) Trippi; two sons: Paul A. Trippi and his wife, Sharon of West Boylston, Charles F. Trippi and his wife Gail of Shrewsbury; a daughter, Susan M. Trippi of Lawrence; a brother, William Trippi of Shrewsbury; a sister, Rose Fazio of Worcester; three grandchildren: Heather, Holly and Heath Trippi. Two brothers: Angelo and Frank Trippi predeceased him. He was born in New York City, New York, the son of Antonio and Salvatrice (Prisinsani) Trippi.
Anthony was a graduate of the former High School of Commerce and received a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts from the Rhode Island School of Design and a Masters Degree in Education from Worcester State College. Mr. Trippi was employed by Doherty High School as an art teacher for close to 40 years, retiring in 1988 and previously taught at the former High School of Commerce and Woonsocket High School. He was a co-owner of Tri-Mer Advertising in Worcester. Mr. Trippi was a WWII U.S. Army Veteran. He was a member of Pleasant Valley Country Club for over 30 years, was a Tiffany Foundation Fellow, a member of Blessed Sacrament Church, an avid golfer and enjoyed painting.
The funeral is Friday, October 31st from O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue with a Mass at 10:00 AM in Blessed Sacrament Church, 555 Pleasant Street. Burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Calling hours are Thursday, October 30th from 4:00 until 8:00 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Boys and Girls Club, 65 Tainter Street, Worcester, MA 01610 or Blessed Sacrament Church, 555 Pleasant Street, Worcester, MA 01602.
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Joe & Bridget Simoncini
November 5, 2008
Dear Nancy,
We were so sorry to hear about Tony. He will certainly be missed. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Patty Stone
November 1, 2008
Mr. Trippi was a wonderful art teacher. Although it was many years ago, I never forgot how wonderful he was. He was my teacher at Doherty Memorial from 1976-1979. Thank you Mr. Trippi. My condolences to your family. God Bless.
PHIL@GERRY MASSAD
October 30, 2008
Dear Nancy
sorry to hear the passing of Tony He i am sure will be so missed He was a lovely man
sincerely
Hope Abisamra
October 30, 2008
To the family of Anthony Trippi:
As a teacher at Doherty High, I was continually reminded of Mr. Trippi's high regard by his students and colleagues. Students felt honored to be in his classes. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Hope Abisamra
English Department
Carol Bergin
October 29, 2008
Dear Susan & Family,
I'm sorry to hear of your father's passing. Susan, I so enjoyed talking and catching up with you at our high school reunion a few weeks ago. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
George and Lynne Ciociolo
October 29, 2008
Nancy...So sorry to hear of Tony's passing. Our thoughts are prayers are with you and your family at this time.
October 29, 2008
Rose Fazio sorry to hear of your brother Tony passing My thoughts are with you and is family.
Susan Pilotte & daughter Pat
Joan Flaherty
October 29, 2008
Nancy and Family,
We are saddened to learn of Tony's
death.He was a dear friend and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Love, Joan and Bob
Lois (Mahoney) Renzoni
October 29, 2008
I was sorry to hear of Mr. Trippi’s passing, he was a wonderful teacher. I had the pleasure of his guidance for two years. He was an inspiration to all of his students. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Nancy Glazer Pearl
October 29, 2008
Mr. Trippi inspired and supported me in my high school years. His belief in my talents led to my career and life's goals. He holds a dear place in my heart.
dennis bishop
October 29, 2008
Paul & Family -
on behalf of the class of 1969 of doherty and I am sure of all classes that knew your father - our deepest condolences.
Kenny Troy
October 29, 2008
What a wonderful Commerce high art teacher. Bright and always with a smile. Knowing him my four years was well worth the art and life class that I learned from him. While he will be missed, his eternal heart will always be with us.
Kathleen Zinck
October 29, 2008
My sincere sympathy to the Trippi family. Mr. Trippi was an inspiring and wonderful teacher. DMHS class of '87
Terry Reidy
October 29, 2008
Nancy, I was sorry to hear of Tony's passing.
Donna Towner
October 29, 2008
Susan~
My sincere sympathy
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