Anthony Di Loreto

Anthony J. Di Loreto

Anthony J. Di Loreto, aka Tony & AJ, was called to rest on, February 6, 2011 at the age of 65. Beloved son of Mary Jane and (late) Loreto Di Loreto, loving brother of Perry and his wife Patty, Thomas and his wife Susan, sister Loretta, brothers David, Greg and his wife Terri. He is also survived by his nephews, Michael, Daniel and his wife Annie, Ronald, Dominic, Matthew, Nicholas, his nieces Teresa and her husband Randall, Andrea, Christina, Cassandra, Tiffany, Juliana. Tony was born in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1945 while his Father was serving in the United States Army Air Corps. He Graduated from Warren G. Harding High School located in Warren, Ohio. After graduating High School, he was drafted into the Armed Forces of the United States - US Army. As a soldier, he was attached to the 4th Infantry Division and deployed to Viet Nam with his Combat Unit where he honorably served "In Country-Combat". AJ was proud to be an American and Veteran of the U.S. Army. He always said how vitally important it was that the USA be the World Leader having the Strongest Military Forces. Tony returned home from his services and was honorably discharged in 1971. Later, The Veterans Administration classified him as a 100% Service Related Disabled Veteran for injuries and illnesses he sustained while serving his country in Viet Nam.

Upon return to civilian life, Tony picked up where he left, rejoined his family, embraced life and pursued a career as a Realtor and Restaurateur. Tony went on to partner with his family in Loreto's Restaurant, Danville, CA, Viaggio's Restaurant in Reno, Nevada and spent several years as the GM of Plumas Pines Country Club and golf course. Tony most recently ventured, with his brothers in their Construction Company known as US Matrix Construction., Inc.

He had a love for golf (member of PGA & USGA), fine food, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and other great musicians. Most of all his heart went out and belonged to his dear and beloved family with whom he had shared a wonderful lifetime and countless memories. We are thankful for all that AJ did for us and proud of the service he gave to the United States of America especially at a time in our Nation's history when it was mocked and disrespected by many. As a nation's people, all of our lives are the beneficiaries of the sacrifices all veterans commit to and like Tony endure.

Anthony was a firm believer in God Almighty and was a parishioner of Christ the King Catholic Church. We shall miss Anthony forever but always remember him as wonderful son, brother, uncle, friend and soldier. A very personable man who always took a genuine interest in all, anxious to have fun and help as he was able. Tony was sure to entertain, make you laugh with his company, conversations and jokes. Godspeed AJ?we love you and bid you farewell and commend you to the comfort and everlasting peace of God Almighty. And?say Hi to Dad for us all.

Friends, we welcome you to attend a Memorial Mass on February 21st, 2011 at 10:00 am - at Christ the King Catholic Church, 199 Brandon Rd., Pleasant Hill.

A light reception will follow the services in the Hall at CTK

Later a Private Family inurnment will take place at: Mountain View Cemetery, Reno, NV.

On his behalf and In memory of Anthony and All of our US Soldiers who have lost their lives or been wounded we ask that in lieu of flowers, gestures or gifts A J would want such Donation to be made in his name as benefit to: The Nevada Military Support Alliance, C/o Community Foundation of Western Nevada, 1885 South Arlington Ave., Suite 103, Reno, NV 89509-3310