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Anthony Pirrone Jr.

1953 - 2020

Anthony Pirrone Jr. obituary, 1953-2020, Schenectady, NY

BORN

1953

DIED

2020

Anthony Pirrone Obituary

Anthony (Tony) Pirrone Jr., 66, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020. He was born in Schenectady, New York on Sept. 12, 1953 to the late Anthony Pirrone Sr. and Gloria Angela Corbo. Following his graduation from Mount Pleasant High school, Tony got his first job with General Electric. After learning the engineering trade, he ventured out on his own and started Applied Computer Technology in Clifton Park. Tony was a generous man who shared his skills, insights and caring heart with his family, friends and his rescue horses. He had a great passion for music, singing and horses. He will be forever missed by his children Tonya Pirrone; Nicole Duke; Anthony Pirrone III; Anthony Allen and his wife, Alicia; his son in-law, Jason Duke; his siblings, JoAnn Pirrone; Aline Pirrone and husband, Jeff Purdy; Matthew Pirrone and his wife, Elaine; Edward Pirrone and his wife, Lori Ann; his grandchildren, Austin Bellefeuille, Sarah Bellefeuille, Jason Duke, Madison Duke, Jacob Carpenter; his special friend, Diane Fronhofer; and several nieces and nephews. Family service was privately held at St. Anthony's Cemetery, Glenville. A celebration of Tony's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made in Tony's name to the Double H Ranch at doublehranch.org or Little Brook Farm at littlebrookfarmsanctuary.org

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Jun. 5, 2020.

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Susie

May 31, 2024

Tony is on our hearts so much even now after 4 years gone on to his heavenly home . We miss him so much . He´s left a huge hole in our hearts although I know he´s watching over us . We all had so much in common horses , music , spirituality , we played music together a lot , rode together a number of times and always discussed things of higher thinking and depth . Boy do we miss those conversations . I know where ever Tony goes he´s blessing some one and I really look forward to seeing him again . He´s always in our hearts .

Heather Shouse

May 30, 2024

Tony was my vocal student for two years, but I didn't get anywhere with him the first year...Tony thought that he knew what he needed to work on, so we went around and around about it. I could tell that Tony had a lot of experience as a "boss", and as with all of my students I always did my best to remain respectful and encouraging as I could. What Tony didn't know is that I myself have a lot of experience in training, riding, and the handling of horses...so I knew to not push him too hard, but still get some improvements out of him. Just like with horses, sometimes all we have to do is be still...and wait. The beginning of the 2nd year, I decided to ASK him to humor me and try it the way I know works for my many other students. So, that 2nd year he finally took my instructions and started to apply them in his singing, and I know he is singing beautifully up in heaven in a circle, his horses close by, and a beautiful sunset in the background. Love and miss that stubborn but kind man!

Jackie DeMasi Allard

May 30, 2024

We missed you at the MPHS 51st Reunion, Tony.

Susie

May 30, 2023

We think of Tony so often & so often I still want to call him . He was a great best buddy , amazing listener , had such a true spirit always trying to heal and help . We miss him so much , he´s forever in our hearts . D

Rehema

September 12, 2020

I did not know until this morning 9/12/20 that Toni had passed away..
On Facebook I said it was Toni‘s birthday today so like every year I posted a card to Facebook.
Tony was very special to me. How many of you know me. He was a darn nice cowboy I had ever met. And the best dancer. Had a really good buddy. He was dear to my heart in so many ways. Just want to express my sorrow in finding out that Toni has passed and my prayers go out to all of his family. I think of his horses immediately and no they must be in the hands of somebody loving and kind. I love riding his main horse. The beautiful beautiful Pinto I will never forget her. Callie.
We use the trailer up the horses and he always let me ride her. He said he didn’t let many people rider which always made me feel pretty special. I love you Toni and my day starts with many tears.

pati peebles

June 27, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Pam

June 8, 2020

Dearest Tony,
Many fond memories of praying together, playing music together and dancing. We always seemed to bump into each other in the most interesting places. We certainly were kindred spirits. Im glad our spirits collided one last time before you heading down to Florida. May you rest easy my brother, may you experience deep peace, pure love and unity with the greater whole.

Patricia A Aunchman

June 6, 2020

He will be sadly missed

Elaine Sweenor

June 6, 2020

Loved playing music with this gentleman and may he rest in peace and most of all dance with all the angels in heaven. He surely will be missed in our jam circles.

April Dickinson

June 6, 2020

We will miss you , your music and your dancing RIP ❤

Debbie Pixley

June 6, 2020

We will miss you my friend. The long talks of our Father God, and Music. We will miss seeing you work the Dance floor. We have all been Blessed to have you as a friend. Tell we meet again, The Vintage Country Band

Helen Kim

June 6, 2020

Very sorry for your loss. Tonys warm heart and happy outlook on life will be remembered and missed.

Irma

June 6, 2020

Many good memories of the good times with Tony at Grumbellies . Our thoughts are with his family

Valerie Griffin Gilchrist

June 5, 2020

I was sorry to hear about his illness and now I am heart broken to hear that he died. Tony was such a wonderful man, and I have fond memories of him pushing me through swing dancing classes, horseback riding, and that kind smile of his. He could turn the worse day into something positive.
I wish his family comfort, peace and many happy memories of him to get you all through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Heather Shouse

June 5, 2020

I was his voice teacher. He liked doing things his own way, but eventually would come around. He was kind and well mannered and a joy to be around. I will miss my friend that I had the pleasure of teaching him how to sing better, and wish we had more time to chat as we both shared a love for our horses. I know where he went, and I pray that I can see him again someday. God bless his family as I know how much he will be missed. Fly high Tony! RIP my friend...until we meet again.

Irma

June 5, 2020

We were so honored to know Tony! He was always such a pleasure to have at Grumbellies, whether it be on the stage singing or sitting down listening to others sing with friends! We will miss him so much . We hope after all is over with the virus , that we could do a Memorial Jam in his honor. RIP our friend, you fought a hard battle. Hope you are riding a horse into the sunset singing a song!! Teach them all to line dance in Heaven !!! Love , Irma and Jeff Hamblin , Grumbellies

Judith Carson

June 5, 2020

Was blessed to have Tony in my life the past 3 years never met a kinder person I will cherish the memories of playing guitars and singing side by side at our country jams and in nursing homes entertaining the residents may you rest in a musical Paradise

Dapheny Wright

June 5, 2020

Such a wonderful man, musician, and Cowboy. He will be dearly missed in our horse community and at every dance or gathering of friends. My family enjoyed his company dearly and he will be missed by so many. Our heart and prayers go out to his family that Tony was so proud of and spoke of so often.

Susan & Bob Bidwell

June 5, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Jackie DeMasi Allard

June 5, 2020

So sorry for your great loss. May the Lord wipe away your tears and comfort you.

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