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Rosemarie Rendina
October 14, 2023
Caro Papà,
Farei di tutto per parlarti e abbracciarti. Mi manchi tanto. Ti voglio bene, Rosemarie
Rosemarie Rendina
October 14, 2023
Rosemarie Rendina
June 18, 2023
My dad was my hero, mentor, idol, teacher, first love, and best friend.
During his lifetime I thanked my dad for many things he did for us, but I never thanked him (and my mom) for teaching me how to speak Italian. It´s a gift I now cherish that I can communicate with my parents´ family and friends abroad.
When I was growing up, my dad used to challenge my brothers and I with Italian words and phrases. Sometimes he would learn a thing or two also. I was about 12 years old, and after dinner one night my dad said "who can tell me what `mani di cera´ means." My mom was washing the dishes and she was giving us a hint by letting the forks slip out of her hands. So I shouted "butterfingers" and my dad said "what?!" So he learned a new American term and told me that "cera" meant wax. Wax hands means butterfingers in Italian.
When I was in college and also working for my dad, I wanted to challenge my dad and I asked him, Alex and Anthony if they knew an Italian word that did not end in a vowel. He was stumped and I was so happy to stump him. I exclaimed "clacson!" which means car horn, to which my dad replied swiftly and happily in his dialect "nu u chiamem u fischett!" and we all burst into laughter. He was always a comedian.
After college, when meeting and among other Italians, my dad would tell people that I spoke better Italian than he did, which was an enormous compliment. Thank you, papà, for the compliments and for everything you did for us. Thank you for teaching us to speak Italian, teaching us the Italian culture by maintaining "la domenica italiana" by inviting "cumba Giusep(pe)" and "cummarr Luci(a)" to listen, sing and dance to Italian classics like Romagna Mia, Claudio Villa, Gigliola Cinquetti and many others. I remember lots of nostalgic tears when listening to "Sento la nostalgia d'un passato
Dove la mamma mia ho lasciato
Non ti potrò scordar casetta mia
In questa notte stellata
La mia serenata io canto per te"
We had many laughs listening to Totò on the record player before I even saw him on the TV in Italy. Thanks again papà, for making me "Italianissima". I love you forever.
Laura Ross
March 19, 2021
I am just now seeing that this wonderful man is in God's hands now. He was a genuine kind and loving soul and always took the time to be with family and friends. You are missed but always will be remembered fondly for your loving nature and friendship. I met him when I was the Assessor in Sugar Grove on some taxation matters and truly was inspired by his wealth of knowledge and his true kindness.
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John&Maria Paonessa
June 9, 2020
Our deepest condolences to the Rendina family and Marie. We're thankful for having met Tony and shared some wonderful times together. We will always remember his welcoming smile and generous heart.
Daniela and Tiberiu Dancianu
June 2, 2020
Sincere condolences! We will never forget his kindness. May God give him eternal rest and the family the strength to bear the great pain. We are very sorry for your loss Marie !
Larry Gassel
June 2, 2020
My sincere condolences to The Rendina Family and Marie. May you find peace in the memories and in Tonys' legacy.
As sharp and tough as he was in business, his smile lit up the room and his charm embraced us all. I feel honored, privileged, and fortunate to have done business with him and grateful for the things he taught me, mostly about the love of family and also being fair but firm in business. His heart of gold was always on display as he always asked about how my family was doing and he touched my heart when my father passed away. A kind, thoughtful, and generous spirit, he would show up with tomatoes and vegetables from his garden, homemade cheese, and wine. Always kind, generous, thoughtful, and charming. I'll always remember the way he made me feel.
Tony Rendina "tough as nails, heart of gold" will be sorely missed.
Mike Keogh
June 2, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are we Tonys family. Tony was a great friend and a good man. His sense of humor and jokes will be sorely missed. Tony will be missed by his friends. He rest in peace.
Todd Stilin
June 2, 2020
When I first started at swallow Construction. My dad was in the hospital with heart problems. I was at work at the shop, and Tony I call him boss. Says to me what's the matter with you Todd. A tear down my cheek. Boss man says hey Todd hey Todd you come with me. We went to his office. Told him what's going on. He told me to go home and take as much time as I needed for my family. And my job would still be here I got back. When I got up to leave put his hand on my shoulder. And said remember Todd you have family here now too. I will never forget that. Love you Boss Man
Rosanna L'Altrella
June 2, 2020
"Le nostre più sentite condoglianze".
Saverio Rossetti e Rosanna L'Altrella, famiglia, Apricena Italia.
Bruno J Tassone
June 2, 2020
Our condolences and prayers for Tony's and his family. Remember his gentle smile. A good man. Bruno & Cheri Tassone.
Sandra Chiquet
June 2, 2020
May your family cherish the memories and find peace. I will miss our daily chats and your laugh. You and your family have been a part of my life for a long time and I love all. Sandy Chiquet
Victor A Gerardi
June 1, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family and sending our sincere condolences from all of us at J. Congdon Sewer Service, Inc.
Stefano Rinaldi
June 1, 2020
Zio Tonino resterai sempre nel mio❤
Matteo Guida
June 1, 2020
Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss.
timothy zozokos
June 1, 2020
Dear Rendina family I'm sorry for the loss of Tony. I was lucky to have such a great friend and boss. We had a lot of good times together. I will miss him his smile and his many stories. He will be missed by many friends and people. Tony was a great man who lived the American dream. God bless you ,rest in The Zozokos family
Ray Koenig
June 1, 2020
Tony has been a friend and associate in my engineering career and in later years in personal life also. My deepest condolences go out go out to Alex, Anthony, and Rosemarie.
Angela Gasparro
June 1, 2020
I, and my family wish to extend to you, our sincere condolences and heartfelt prayers. Tony will be truly missed by all who had the good fortune to know him. May the Lord console you today, and in the days ahead. And may Tony rest in Eternal Peace.
Michelle LoCoco
June 1, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. I will miss Tony's visits to our office; his warm smile, sense of humor and the stories he and Michele would share. May your family be consoled through prayer and the love and memories shared. Eternal Rest grant unto him Oh Lord, and may the perpetual light shine upon. Rest in Peace, Antonio.
Lucia Guida - Abunijmeh
June 1, 2020
Condolences to you Maria with your children and their families . He will be missed !
May God rest him in peace!
My whole family send their deepest sympathies to you all Rendina's family
Teresa, Tom & Family Dunaway
June 1, 2020
Zio, we will miss you and cherish our memories with you forever. We love you tanto, tanto.
Olga Kolaciova
June 1, 2020
May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. My most sincere condolences. Olga Kolaciova
Giovanni Rendina
June 1, 2020
Ciao Tonino,ricordo i momenti trascorsi insieme a te e mio fratello Michele, sei stato un cugino e amico allo stesso tempo,mi mancheranno le tue telefonate. Giovanni e Silvana Rendina
CASS PRICE
June 1, 2020
My thoughts are with all of the family . Tony was a good friend and golfing buddy. He always was a pleasure to be around and I will miss him. He had a great run at life and leaves behind a little bit of him in his family .
Giuseppe Antonio Di Pierro
June 1, 2020
Siamo costernati per questo dolore improvviso, facciamo le nostre più sentite condoglianze anche se solo virtualmente. Peppino Di Pierro e famiglia
Tony Guida
June 1, 2020
Condolences to the family as our thoughts are with you all. I've very fond memories of long ago when Tony and John were here with us in Australia..great memories that will be with me always
Walsh
May 31, 2020
Michael & Judy
Rossella Savino
May 31, 2020
In this moment of your loss, we unite with all of you in prayer to commemorate our dear uncle.
With love
Rossella Savino e Nicola Fegola Family
Michele Matera
May 31, 2020
Tony era mio zio acquisito che io chiamavo "Zii" Tonin "(dialetto italiano per zio Tonino). Zio Tonino ha sempre avuto un sorriso e una storia divertente da raccontare. Ricordo aneddoti sulla nostra città natale che lo zio era solito condividere per una risata genuina. Ricordo che mi raccontava di aver incontrato la donna più bella, elegante e romantica, mia zia Maria che dedicò la sua vita allo zio. Era anche sempre felice di parlare dell'America e della sua passione per il suo lavoro e vi dico che era davvero dedicato. Un italiano ambizioso e laborioso che ha personificato il sogno americano. Ti ho sempre visto zio Tony come l'incarnazione dell'ethos degli Stati Uniti che sognavo mentre crescevo in una cittadina rurale del sud Italia, proprio come te zio il nostro paese d'origine, le nostre radici. Ti ho sempre stimato zio. Sono stato felice di vederti a febbraio. Nonostante le tue condizioni di salute, non eri cambiato molto e avevi conservato l'aspetto e il fascino che hai sempre posseduto. Che tu, zio Tony, possa riposare in pace e trovare l'eterno riposo. Ci mancherai molto.
Michele Matera
May 31, 2020
Tony was my uncle in law I used to call Zii' Tonin' (Italian dialect for zio Tonino uncle Tony).
Zio Tonino had always a charming smile and a fun story to tell. I remember anecdotes about our hometown zio used to share for a genuine laugh. I remember him telling me how he met the most beautiful, elegant and romantic woman, my aunt Maria who devoted her life to zio.
He was also always happy to talk about America and his passion for his work and I tell you he truly was committed to it. An ambitious and hardworking Italian man who has personified the American Dream.
I have always seen you, uncle Tony, as the embodiment of the ethos of the United States I used to dream of while growing up in a rural small town of south Italy, just like you zio our hometown, our roots.
I have always thought highly of you zio Tonino and I was happy to see you back in February. Despite your health conditions, you had not changed much and you preserved the look and charm you have always possessed.
May you, uncle Tony, rest in peace and find eternal resting. You will be missed dearly.
Maria Teresa Aquilano
May 31, 2020
Le nostre più sentite condoglianze per la dipartita del caro Tonino. Vi siamo vicini in questo triste momento. Famiglie: Maria Teresa e Tonino Perrone - Gabriella e Franco Aquilano.
Jim Gannon
May 31, 2020
RIP Tony.... there was never a dull moment hanging out and visiting with you wether it was on vacation together, playing golf, talking business or a simple dinner in the city. You lived a great life and the after will be even better. Until we meet again my friend!
Antonio Pio Montorio
May 31, 2020
Tutta la nostra famiglia vi è vicina in questa triste circostanza. Famiglia Montorio e Maria Di Pierro.
Armida Di Pierro
May 31, 2020
Siamo dispiaciuti per la perdita del caro cugino Tonino. La nostra infanzia insieme é indelebile nella nostra mente. Sará per sempre nei nostri cuori. Un grande abbraccio a tutti voi da Armida Di Pierro e Mario Savino
Barbara Savino
May 31, 2020
Le nostre più sentite condoglianze a tutta la Famiglia. Siamo tanto lontani ma vicini con il cuore e nella preghiera. Zio Tonino lo ricorderemo sempre con il suo sorriso inconfondibile.
Barbara Savino e Famiglia
George Chavez
May 31, 2020
Our sincere condolences from all of us at JG Demo Inc. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
Silvana Marcosignori
May 31, 2020
May the peace that come from the memories of love share comfort you now and in the days ahead
Elena L'Altrella
May 31, 2020
La tua mancanza sarà forte, ma saperti con mio padre e i tuoi cari mi conforta. Riposa in pace zio Tonino
Rendina Michele
May 31, 2020
La famiglia di Rendina Michele, cugino di Antonio Rendina, ha appreso la notizia della sua scomparsa. Ci stringiamo tutti al vostro dolore per la cara perdita. Michele Rendina e sua moglie Rina , i figli Giovanni, Carla Antonella e Felice Vi porgono le più sentite condoglianze.
Matteo Luigi Matera
May 31, 2020
Mi dispiace per la triste notizia. Condoglianze a tutti voi anche da parte di mia madre e mio padre.
Michele Terlizzi
May 31, 2020
Apprendiamo la triste notizia. Vi siamo vicini in questo momento.
Sentite condoglianze. Un abbraccio a tutti voi.
The Ciancanelli Family
May 30, 2020
Our condolences to the Rendina family. Words are never adequate in moments like these. We will say though, that our hearts go out to you, and we will always remember the joyous memories that we are privileged to have in knowing your father.
Uncle Leonardo,Connie,Serafino, and family Guida, Rinaldi
May 30, 2020
Thinking of you all at this sad time ,sending you love and strength, and may Antonio Rest In Peace.
Phil Feltz
May 30, 2020
Boss I can't believe ur not with us no more. I can't bring too grips that u won't be here too ask, hey Phil can u do me a favor and would give anything too be able too do one last favor for u boss!!! Thank u for giving this young kid a fighting chance with a job and teaching me a molding me into a better man and person I am today. I thank u for all that I wouldn't be were I am today with out u and the love u showed too me and my family. Thank boss and we will see u again in a batter place
Stefania e Francesco Brugnola-Nava
May 30, 2020
Le più sentite condoglianze a tutta la famiglia Rendina in questo triste giorno. Rosy ti siamo vicini, anche se da lontano. Un abbraccio grande
Jim Wreglesworth
May 30, 2020
Can't believe your gone. Was just yesterday checking in on everyone making sure everyone is good. Always putting others before yourself, our weekly drives checking on the job sites, during our drives all the places you have worked and conditions of the ground. Also so many more memory's treating me like one of your sons am really blessed to get to know you for so many years. You will be missed and always loved.last but not least always asking who's wine is better yours or Anthony's
Giovanni Rendina
May 30, 2020
Tonino, I will never forget the warm and genuine welcome you gave me every time I had the chance to spend some days in Chicago. You treated me as your son and made me feel proud to be part of Rendina's family. It breaks my heart to know I won't be able to hug you the next time Ill come to US but I'm consoled, though, by the fact that there I'll find my beloved cousins, uncles and aunties, who will always keep your memory alive. Thanks for everything. Giovanni, your cousin Tonino's son from Apricena
Rendina Lucia Merlino anna
May 30, 2020
Addolorati dalla triste notizia, ci stringiamo al vostro dolore.
Le nostre più sentite condoglianze .
Mario Lange Felicetta merlino
May 30, 2020
We never wanted to hear this sad news...
there are no suitable words in these circumstances
It seems yesterday and yet 30 years have passed, we have not forgotten your concern, your kindness, your hospitality......that will remain in our hearts forever.
Let the earth be light to you, Uncle Tonino, R.I.P.
Nick Pancotto
May 30, 2020
We are at a loss for words, our hearts and prayers go out to the Rendina family. Tony will be dearly missed, we truly enjoyed seeing him, having family dinners or just sitting around enjoying a glass of wine and listening to his stories. Until we meet again RIP Tony, Salute
FELICETTA E MARIO LANGE
May 30, 2020
Il ricordo della premura e della cura nella tua infinita gentilezza e ospitalità ,non ci abbandonera'mai. A distanza di 30 anni è come fosse solo ieri.Grazie .Il nostro abbraccio e il nostro pensiero è per voi tutti della famiglia: zia Maria, Rosmaria,Alex,Anthony.....
Che la terra ti sia lieve zioTonino. R.I.P.
Carla Merlino
May 30, 2020
There are no words to express the pain and sadness for your loss. We are cose to you. Heartfelt condolences
Giovanni Rendina
May 30, 2020
I will never forget the warm and genuine welcome you gave me every time I had the chance to spend some days in Chicago. You treated me as your son and made me feel proud to be part of Rendina's family. It breaks my heart to know I won't be able to hug you the next time Ill come to US but I'm consoled, though, by the fact that there I'll find my beloved cousins, uncles and aunties, who will always keep your memory alive. Thanks for everything. Giovanni, your cousin and namesake Tonino's son from Apricena
Matteo Guida
May 30, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lena Di Maio Horschler
May 30, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have great memories of your dad and Family. He will be forever in your heart.
Pietro Guida
May 30, 2020
Le parole sono poca cosa in momenti come questo, ma il nostro cuore è vicino a tutta la vostra famiglia. Condoglianze dalla famiglia Guida Pietro, Giuseppina, Katrina e Sabrina.
Anthony Rendina
May 29, 2020
Papa, I love you so much and I cannot believe you are gone. I'm going to miss seeing everyday and taking your calls to tell me how proud you are of me. Nadia will miss your daily calls too. Your grandkids will miss everything about you. Francesco will miss building his garden with you every year, Anthony will miss the watermelons that yu brought us almost every other day, Gisella will miss helping you with your phone and Dario will miss you teaching him about roads and Route 83. You will always live in our house and in our hearts. I can see you when I look up smiling down at us, but the pain of not being able to hear your voice is at an insurmountable proportion. Through the strength you showed and taught we will get by though. I cannot wait until I see you again in our eternal life. Until then, please watch over my children and all of your family that loved and adored you so much. I love you papa and my heart will miss you until we meet again. Your son, Anthony
Alena Tersova w Family
May 29, 2020
I AM DEEPLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOST MRS. Bartkova,Sharka, and Family
Giuseppe Cancelliere
May 29, 2020
Il solo pensiero che te ne sei andato ci fa stare male, ma l'idea che ora starai in paradiso con tutti i nostri cari ci dona un po' di serenità!Pensare invece che ti potrai svegliare ogni mattina al nostro fianco rende questo dolore un pretesto per sentirti vicino!
Ti vogliamo Bene Zio Tonino!
Riposa in Pace!
Victor Guida
May 29, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this. Anthony will be sorely missed by many.
Truly a gentlemen in many respects of the word. Quick to smile and laugh and always happy to see you. I am grateful to have had many shared memories over the years. Whether sitting having dinner with a group of friends and family telling tall stories, the
Chris Dracopoulos
May 29, 2020
Truly a gentlemen in many respects of the word. Quick to smile and laugh and always happy to see you. I am grateful to have had many shared memories over the years. Whether sitting having dinner with a group of friends and family telling tall stories, the random telephone calls or the many golf outings where he would practically use a three wood around the whole track and proceed to kick your butt. He will be surely missed by those he has touched.
RIP Mr. Rendina
Maria Diaz
May 29, 2020
Dear Family,
We are so sorry for you loss. Tony was a great family friend and will be missed. I know he will be watching over all of you, just like his dear friend Leo Diaz watches over us.
With love, the Diaz Family
Giuseppe Cancelliere
May 29, 2020
Il solo pensiero che te ne sei andato ci fa stare male, ma l'idea che ora starai in paradiso con tutti i nostri cari ci dona un po' di serenità!Pensare invece che ti potrai svegliare ogni mattina al nostro fianco rende questo dolore un pretesto per sentirti vicino!
Ti vogliamo Bene Zio Tonino!
Riposa in Pace!
Maria Celeste Guida
May 29, 2020
My heart goes out to you and your family.
Anthony Menolascino
May 29, 2020
Alex,
We are sharing in your sadness as you remember your dad, may he be granted eternal peace. We hope the Rendina family feels surrounded by love as our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Paul Burch
May 29, 2020
One my best friends... had so many laughs together and my 2 sons (Sean/Michael) adored Tony as well. A true man of many experiences and will be missed dearly. May God bless and Rest In Peace!
Diana Radosta
May 29, 2020
Dear Family,
I am going to miss Zio for his beautiful smile, funny personality and most of all for his unconditional love. He always made me feel so special and I will never forget him. Love you, padrino. Xoxo Per sempre Tua Nipote Diana
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