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Anthony Pitalo Obituary
1949-2019
Biloxi, MS
Anthony "Tony" Pitalo, Jr., age 69 of Biloxi, MS passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2019 in Ocean Springs, MS.
He was born on December 20, 1949 in Biloxi, MS to Anthony Pitalo, Sr. and Blanche Jumonville. Anthony graduated from Notre Dame High School. He worked by his dad's side for many years at Pitalo's Hardware and Boat Supply. He loved all sports, especially horse racing.
Anthony is preceded in death by his parents, Anthony Pitalo, Sr. and Blanche Jumonville.
He is survived by his sister, Kristi Pitalo (Tommy) Murphy; niece, Shannon Murphy; and nephew, Brent Murphy.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Blessed Seelos Catholic Church.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am with a service at 11:00 am all at the Blessed Seelos Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Biloxi City Cemetery. The Howard Avenue Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and sign register book at www.bradfordokeefe.com
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April 9, 2019
So sad to hear about Tony. My husband and I spent a lot of time with him, especially during football season. Such a sweet person - we will miss him a lot.
Carol and Jimmy Underwood
April 3, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
John Pribanic
March 29, 2019
Sad to see another fine one go. Have many good memories of Tony, he was a unique and funny guy with a giving heart. I loved Tony and so did my father JJ and my brothers. We will miss him
Charlie & Brenda Davis
March 27, 2019
Kristi my condolences-I was close with junior.
Deborah Pitalo-Snyder
March 27, 2019
Kristi, please know you are in our thoughts & prayers. My Dad, Matthew "Red" Pitalo thought the world of your brother as did many many others. He will be missed.
Joe Marinovich
March 27, 2019
Kristi I'm sorry to hear about your
brother. My prayers are with you and your family.
Susan Palazzo
March 26, 2019
Kristi I was so sorry to hear about your brother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Jay Heitz
March 26, 2019
The world has lost a wonderful person who was a very giving person. Rest in peace cousin Tony. Jay and Carol Heitz
March 26, 2019
A good friend and will be missed. We shared a lot of good times thru horse racing. Tony was an expert. My sympathy to the family. Dr. Jerry Adkins
March 26, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family may the God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn sustain you now and in the days ahead Isaiah 61:1,2
David & Karol Melsheimer
March 25, 2019
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your loved one. We have lost one of our dearest friends whom we were very fond of. We will miss him greatly and he will always be in our thoughts and prayers Please know how much we share your grief. It is truly a sad time for all of us.
David & Karol Melsheimer, James & Juanita Eide
David & Karol Melsheimer
March 25, 2019
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your loved one. We have lost one of our dearest friends whom we were very fond of. We will miss him greatly and he will always be in our thoughts and prayers Please know how much we share your grief. It is truly a sad time for all of us.
David & Karol Melsheimer, James & Juanita Eide
mary venable
March 25, 2019
So sorry to hear about Mr. Pitalo. I had the honor of helping take care of him. He was a funny man!
Mary V. RN
John McAdams family & staff
March 25, 2019
Our deepest sympathy.
The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
March 25, 2019
We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.
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