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Andrew Antonelli Obituary

Antonelli, Andrew 01/04/1931 ~ 05/23/2014 EL CAJON -- Born in Newark, NJ. Owner of Antonelli's Deli for 30 years. Previous to that, he owned The Rec Room in Santee, Guys Pizza in El Cajon, Sonny's Restaurant, downtown San Diego and Sunrise Deli in N.J. He was involved in the Kawanis, Elks, Moose Lodge, VFW, and the American Legion. He supported many organizations such as the Police Depts, Fire Depts, El Cajon Speedway, Mother Goose Parade, Leukemia Society, and most of the Grossmont Union high schools. Our dad loved woodworking, joke telling, Disneyland (he was an avid Mickey Mouse collector), running his business, his family, friends, and most of all meeting new people and contributing to all that were in need. He is survived by his sister, Maria-Jo DeLuca- Parker, sons Andrew and Frank, daughters Joanne Hodge, Andrea Velton, Diane Campbell and AnnMarie Antonelli, two stepsons and two stepdaughters, 20 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be at the La Mesa Community Center on Sun., June 29th, at 3 p.m.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Jun. 25, 2014.

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Jessica

July 20, 2014

I just heard of Andy's passing and send my condolences to his entire family. I have been going to Antonelli's for years. Andy would take my orders for work functions and he was the kindest man. My mom and him would chat about New York whenever we came in when I was a kid. He will be missed.

Carmen Silva

June 29, 2014

What a wonderful man, and what a pleasure to have known him. May God grant him eternal rest.

June 29, 2014

Our deepest condolences to you and your family. He was a great friend that will truly be missed. Ray Chammas and family.

Terry Frost

June 29, 2014

It was truly an honor and a privilege to know Andy and his family. We met through his son Andy who I worked with for many years. As many have said he was so kind, loving and giving...And that smile! We miss you Andy but you left us with many great memories and a wonderful family.

Terry & Val

Ruth Mims

June 29, 2014

I remember going to the deli with my mom and Sandy. Watching them talk about the old music. Sing a few bars as Andy would say. Well I can bet they are singing again Mom and Andy enjoying the afterlife. Passing time till the rest of the family arrives. Love you Uncle Andy you are a wonderful loveable huggable man. You always made me laugh. I will miss you. Kiss and squeeze my mom and dad for me. I will hug and hold your family here every chance I get.

Toni Soliz

June 28, 2014

A true and genuine one of a kind, one of my favorite memories will always be the way he greeted everyone everyday with a smile, and it was a real smile, you could see it in his eyes. It made you feel happy, even if you were already happy!
Andy, thank you for helping so many.
Your children are amazing, kind and beautiful, you have a wonderful family, it was an honor to have known such great people.

MJ & Rickey Sharkey

June 28, 2014

Our heartfelt condolences are with our family in San Diego. May God bless his memory. Our Hero and lover of life. He is surely missed. I love you my family...ReRe & Rickey

June 28, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the Antonelli family .You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Mr. Antonelli ....

Anne Washburn

June 28, 2014

Wish I could be there to show my support. Growing up, I will always remember Sundays at the Antonelli house, it smelled so good.

June 28, 2014

What a loss!! He was an AWESOME man. Always made everyone feel special. RIP Mr. A

Ashley Newman

June 26, 2014

Rip Senior!

Van Willsey

June 26, 2014

I'm not sure I ever saw Andy without a smile on his face. Everything about Andy said sincerity and genuine love for his fellow man. I am honored to have known him. Rest in peace dear Andy, you will be missed but the differences you made in so many peoples lives will live on for many years.....

Tom Henkel

June 26, 2014

I send my condolences to all of the Antonelli Family members!! Andy was a good friend to me and my wife for many years!! Andy always had good things to say when we met and shared a joke or current event. He was always happy to see us. May your memories be many and your sorrows few!!
Rest in peace my friend.....

victor MCGILL

June 25, 2014

ALL CAN SAY ANDY WAS A GOOD MAN YOU CAN'T FINE MEN LIKE ANDY ANYMORE (YOUR FRIEND VICTOR)

June 25, 2014

I am honored to have met and talked with Andy at the deli many times. We will miss his smile and friendship. Our deepest sympathies to Andy Jr. And the rest of the family.
Don and Janet Bonney

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