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Anthony Battista Obituary
Mahopac - Anthony V. Battista, age 66, of Mahopac, NY passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2018. He was born on November 2, 1951, the son of Frank and Yolanda Lombardi Battista.
He is survived by his wife Sandra, his son Vincent and wife, Amanda and their daughter, Milana, his daughter Stephanie Pluchino and husband Adam and their daughter, Claire, his brothers, James and wife Joanne, John and his sister, Linda Verde and her husband Ralph, as well as many nieces and nephews. Anthony was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle who will be dearly missed.
Anthony was a parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Church in Mahopac. He has served on the Board of Directors of the Mahopac Library for many years. He was a charter member of the Mahopac Chapter of Elks and a member of the Sons of the American Legion.
Before retiring in 2016, Anthony was the Director of Facilities for the Anderson Center for Autism in Staatsburg, NY. Since his teen years he had worked with his parents, the owners of Lombardi's Dugout and Restaurant in Mahopac until it was sold in August of 2000. Anthony was happiest when he was in the kitchen, cooking and entertaining for his family and friends, fishing and cheering on the NY Yankees.
Visiting will be held today (Tues) from 7-9 pm and Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Joseph J. Smith Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 10 am at St. John the Evangelist Church in Mahopac with interment to follow at St. Lawrence Cemetery, Brewster, NY.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Joseph J. Smith Funeral Home
692 US Route 6 Mahopac, NY
845-621-1992
josephjsmithfuneralhome.com
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Leslie (Hansen) Johnson
May 3, 2018
So sorry to hear of Tony's passing. Years go by so quickly, and passing too soon
God Bless.
Caro Eurell
January 19, 2018
So sorry for your loss, Anthony was a great guy to work for at the Dugout.
joanna papontos
January 14, 2018
So sorry to hear that Tony has passed. Too young. In my mind he will remain a person who enjoyed life to the fullest with warmth and good cheer.
Patti Storm Waterbury
January 13, 2018
Anthony was such a kind, good hearted person - an asset to our class, JFK, and someone to always remember.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
David Gagliardi
January 13, 2018
I was sorry to learn of Anthony's passing. I served with Anthony on the Board
of Directors of the Mahopac Public Library where Anthony was very conscientious as Chairman of the Committee on Buildings and Grounds. I will remember him and pray for him and his family.
Bill Wienecke
January 12, 2018
Jimmy and Family,
I am very sorry for your lose. I just read of his passing and apologize for not coming to the wake to give condolences personally. Anthony was such a kind and caring guy... again very sorry to hear of his passing.
Sincerely,
Bill and Patti Wienecke
John Farrell
January 10, 2018
Sandy, Stephanie, Vinnie and Family,
Tony's presence in our world was a gift to all who were fortunate to know him. In addition to hs cherished and beloved family, there is a wide and deep network of friends that was created over a lifetime of caring and living life well. For the family, your loss is the greatest. May time and warm memories comfort you.
Because of the way Tony lived and the goodwill he extended to others, his kindness and spirit will live on in the memories of all who knew him. It will also live on directly through the beautiful family he and Sandy created. Our world and our lives are better because we shared it with Tony.
John Farrell, High School Classmate and Grateful Friend
Dominic Santucci
January 10, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss, Linda. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of your loved one rest in peace.
Vera Lange
January 10, 2018
Jeff and I are so so sorry for your loss.. He's with the angels now .. Always remember the wonderful memories.. Hugs Vera n Jeff lange
Rebecca Appollonia
January 9, 2018
I send my prayers to Anthony and his family. He will truly be missed. God Bless.
Louie & Nrr Cefaloni
January 9, 2018
Our condolences to the beautiful family. Our memories of a dear friend who dedicated his work and time to helping others. He will be missed by all who knew him as a friend and loved one.
Pat Reilly aka Joke
January 9, 2018
Adios, Tony Bog. It was wonderful to have known you. Starting in 1969 at St Bonnies, when I met you and the other JFK all-stars, the good times rolled for 4 years. I loved those days. You were a fun hound who loved a good party and a good laugh, but you were also the leader, the organizer and the guy you could talk to about solving problems. More than any other of us knuckleheads, you were the adult in the room a lot of times. In spite of all that fun, we grew upcareers, weddings, families, kids, retirement, grandkids.... who knew? It was always nice touching base with you over the years and especially nice sharing grandparent-hood before you left. What a cool thing. I know Sandy and your kids will keep your love for Milana and Claire alive and strong. Ill miss you and Ill raise a glass to the old days.
MARTY NASON
January 9, 2018
Was Tony's RA in Shay/Loughlin in 1971.
He and his roomate Bird were the kindest people you could ever come upon. Smiling faces always. May we share their kindness with those around us.
January 9, 2018
Our prayers and thought s are with you and your family at this time. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your fathers life. We enjoyed taking care of him. We will cherish his memory.
With Deepest Sympathy
Putnam Wound Care
Mary Ellen Carey Prescott
January 9, 2018
I will always remember Anthony for his friendship and kindness, though all our school years together and our working together at the Dugout.
Earl Light
January 9, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patty Bentley
January 9, 2018
I was a friend from college. A bunch of guys, a bunch of girls, hanging out together all the time and having the time of our lives. I helped to make the famous leprechaun outfit. I can still picture him in it! One thing Tony and I shared was an Italian heritage. My name didn't reflect it, but I was raised Italian-American, as he was. One time we were trading stories about our upbringing, and he said his family was from Naples. Echoing what I had heard my grandmother say, I responded without thinking "Oh, northern Italian." He looked at me like I was bonkers and said "Naples is not in northern Italy!" And I responded "it is to the Sicilians." We laughed.
I have remembered that conversation since we had it over 40 years ago. God bless him, he was truly one of the best guys I knew. My sympathies to Sandie and the rest of the family, and to all of our friends who have lost a leader and a dear, dear friend.
Joanne & Jim Bobay
January 9, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jim Semersky
January 9, 2018
To the Battista Family
Our thoughts and prayers are sent to you from his classmates at JFK. (1969)
Don Edwards
January 8, 2018
Dear Sandy,
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Tony. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Don and Monica Edwards
"Gus" RYAN
January 8, 2018
I remember Anthony/"Budha" starting with Camarco Little League through St. Bona"s at the business and on the lake for a lifetime. He was a happy soul and a great friend to all who knew him. Thoughts and prayers to the family. James "Gus" RYAN
Margie Mayer (Bush)
January 8, 2018
Linda, I was so saddened to hear about the passing of your brother, Anthony. I am praying for you and all the family. May God hold you all tightly and give the peace that only He can give. I am so sorry, my friend.
Sharon Weinberg Cardiff
January 8, 2018
Jimmy, I am so very sorry for you and your family. What a terribly sad loss. My heartfelt condolences and prayers to all of you.
Sharon
Noel Crotone
January 8, 2018
Words cannot express how saddened I am to hear of the passing of Anthony. My condolences to you all Sandy, Stephanie and Vinny. My heart breaks for you during this difficult time. I hope you can all find peace he is in a better place. He was a great person and all who were lucky enough to know him will always remember him. Our many fond memories will last a lifetime. Godspeed! Many prayers to you all! So sorry for your loss. Noel Crotone
Joy Mancini-Klvana
January 7, 2018
Jimmy, Johnnie, and family,
I am so sorry to read about your brother Anthony. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Joy Mancini-Klvana
Amy Wildey-McGill
January 7, 2018
Jimmy, I am so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. My deepest condolences to you.
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