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1982

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2017

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Antonio "Lombardo Obituary

Antonio Lorenzo Lombardo, 34, of Bethlehem, beloved son, partner, brother, and friend died on Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at Hahnemann University Hospital. Tony was born July 12, 1982; son of Stefano and Patricia A. (Iley) Lombardo. Tony attended St. Anne's School, was a graduate of Liberty High School and earned his degree in network communications from Pennsylvania College of Technology. Upon graduation Tony worked as an information technology technician at Lehigh Valley Hospital while learning every detail of his family's business, Stefano's Restaurant. Tony ultimately found his calling as General Manager of Stefano's. Many friends and customers were greeted by Tony's smile as they entered the restaurant. Tony was fierce; as was displayed as he battled and beat cancer. He lived his life to the fullest every day and he will be dearly missed by many. Tony enjoyed traveling and photography. He had an appreciation for music and relished in being at a concert of a favorite band. Survivors: Tony will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Stefano and Patricia; brother, Domenico Lombardo and his wife, Amy Lombardo; the love of his life, Kailie Tsihlis and his niece, who he adored, Genevieve. Services: A visitation will be held at Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018 on Monday, June 19, 2017 from 3:00-7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 450 E. Washington Ave. Bethlehem, PA 18017. Entombment will follow at Holy Saviour Cemetery. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude's Place, Memphis TN 38105 and/or American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place #170, Bethlehem, PA 18017. Condolences may be offered online at www.connellfuneral.com.

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Published by Morning Call on Jun. 17, 2017.

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Carolyn Suess

June 11, 2023

Still miss Tony, and so sad to see Stefano's demolished. Tony made the BEST gelato! He was a terrific person and a wonderful coworker to me at LVHN.

Kevin Lawler

July 2, 2017

I am very saddened by this news. My family frequented Stefanos many times over the years and Tony became more then just a business owner
but a friend. He always went out of his way to accommodate my family even on last minutes notice. He always welcomed us with a warm greeting.
He will be missed but never forgotten. My deepest condolences to the Lombardo family in this difficult time ! Rest in peace my friend !

Tina Altieri

June 26, 2017

Steve, Pat & Dom,

I'm so very sorry for your loss. When I was attempting to work with Tony he was always very confident and professional...a tough cookie. When I was a customer, he was always kind, courteous and fun. I respected him very much. May he rest in peace!

Tina Cantelmi Agentis

June 25, 2017

Dearest Lombardo Family: We are so grieved to learn of Tony's untimely passing. We can not ever even imagine the loss you are feeling. This tragic loss of a affable Tony snuffed so young is insurmountable, and we were shocked to learn when we returned to the Lehigh Valley from out of state this week. We are grieved we were unable to attend the services. Tony was always a friendly, caring young man, and we spoke with him not that long ago at Stefano's, when he readily offered to donate meals to a charity we are associated with for hospice house meals. Tony is now in heaven, higher than the angels there, and even knowing that, we know you lament his loss, and we promise to grieve and mourn with you all.

Very, very sadly,

Bob Agentis and Tina Cantelmi Agentis

June 24, 2017

Deepest sympathy to the family. When a loved one dies we feel so helpless. But draw closer to Our Creator. Pour out your heart to him in prayer because he feels for you in your pain and he cares for you. 1Peter5:7

F.W.

Tom Garrett

June 22, 2017

Please accept our kind condolences.

Having found Stefano's almost twenty five years ago, Stefano's always felt like home. Tony played a big role maintaining that relationship. We could always count on him to manage dinner during dance recitals for our girls, arrange impromptu birthday parties, and of course while maintaining a great relaxed atmosphere that Stefano's is known for. He made it easy for us to keep Stefano's as our favorite place to go.

Tony alway had a smile and kind words. He always stopped by to say hello and we always felt taken care of. Tony was a friend and will be very missed.

Tony will be our prayers and thoughts.

Judith Smullen

June 21, 2017

I can only imagine the pain and loss all of Tony's friends and family must be feeling. What a kind young man he was -- and what a loss to our whole community! May all those who have expressed their sorrow comfort you all with memories of shared love and times of joy.

Barbara Tracy

June 21, 2017

My husband and I were frequent customers at Stefanos and Tony always welcomed us as though we were part of his family. We are so very sorry for your loss and for the world's loss for such a polite, hardworking, gentle man. He will truly be missed and never forgotten.

June 20, 2017

My sympathy to the family.May Almighty God give you the strength to endure until his promises are fulfilled.Isaiah 35:5,6

Melinda Miller

June 19, 2017

Tony, you will be missed but never forgotten. Rest in peace.

Mark Karaffa Melinda Miller

June 19, 2017

Pat, Steve, Dominic, and Family;
Please accept our dearest and most heartfelt sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of such great loss. Tony has touched the hearts of many, may be rest in peace.

Gene and Marie Iasiello

June 19, 2017

Lombardo Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time

David & Lisa Ronca

June 19, 2017

Our sincere condolences.

June 19, 2017

I'm truly sorry for this trial your family is fighting. I want to share a positive scripture with you that I think will shed some light on this hard time in your life. Titus 1:1-3... I hope this will help.

JULIE ROSARIO

June 19, 2017

TONY MAY THE LORD COMFORT YOUR SOUL AND YOUR LOVE ONES

Teddy Bayer

June 19, 2017

My deepest condolences on the loss of your son Patti and Stev, and your brother Dominic.

Joe & Mo D'Angiolillo

June 19, 2017

Steve, Patti & Dominic,
Please accept our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Our deepest sympathy to you.

June 19, 2017

Le più sentite condoglianze ci uniamo al vostro dolore>
Pino e Rosetta Calderone

June 19, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.

doug plotts

June 19, 2017

And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.

Jeremy Anthony

June 18, 2017

May god be with you always

June 18, 2017

My family and I have been customers at Stefano's for years and had the great pleasure of chatting with Tony many times.

Five years ago, my father was hospitalized with a life-threatening illness right before Christmas, but, happily, was discharged at dinnertime on Xmas Eve. Because we didn't know what was going to happen with my dad, we had canceled most holiday food orders and had given away the rest of the special treats, which meant we didn't have any food for Xmas Eve.

We called Stefano's, but there was no take out service that night until Tony got involved. I am still humbled with gratitude that Tony's kindness allowed my very sick dad to have something special that he could eat and the rest of our family could enjoy a delicious dinner with him. We had a quiet, but profoundly important Christmas Eve that year.

While I had the opportunity to thank Tony many times for his generosity and true Xmas spirit, I wanted to let his loved ones know that sometimes, the smallest acts of kindness have the largest and longest-lasting impact.

It seems to me that Tony must have known that and I will remember him with gratitude.

I am so very sorry.

Mary Ann A.

Vale

June 18, 2017

My deepest condolences to the entire family on the death of your loved one Antonio. May you all allow the strength and endurance that can only truly come from God, to guide you in these tough times. This precious life will not be forgotten, God has him and all that have passed, in his memory.

Rose Buford

June 18, 2017

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the broken-hearted "and comfort all mourn sustain your family during this challenging time (Isaiah 61:1,2) with heartfelt sympathy.

Victoria Mast

June 17, 2017

My deepest sympathies to all of you over the loss of your beloved son. May God hold you close as you face this saddest time.

June 17, 2017

For the wages sin pays is death, but the gift God gives is everlasting life by Christ Jesus our Lord

June 17, 2017

May the God of all comfort strengthen you during this difficult time . Those who pass away , God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes . My sincere condolences. Psalm 116:15

PW

Matthew Thomas

June 17, 2017

I have had the honor and pleasure of knowing the family for 30 years and even being their banker when they built the restaurant in Belfast. You cannot possibly find a finer family. Deepest sympathy to Steve, Patti and Dominick. We all will miss Tony. He always brightened my day whenever I saw him.

Matt Thomas.

Jackie and Bill Parry

June 17, 2017

We are sending our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to all of Tony's family and friends. We are still in shock and disbelief. He always greeted us with a warm smile and conversation when we entered Stefano's. We will surely miss him. It won't be the same. Sending prayers God bless

David Beckwith

June 17, 2017

Dear Stephano and Patty,
We are so very very saddened by the news about Tony. We are regulars at Stephanos and Tony would greet us in a personal welcoming way and take us to "our" table then tell us about the specials if he thought one was particularly tasty. We will certainly miss him.Please accept our most sincere condolences on your great loss. You are in our prayers.
David and Carol Beckwith

Rett Higgins

June 17, 2017

Tony. T-Bone. The Prince. My boy. Words can't express the loss and sorrow I feel. Im not sure why the good die young but you are definitely one of the good ones. I will miss you my friend. I will miss you always having my and everyone else's back through good times and bad. I will miss tearing up Atlantic City with you. I wil miss crashing cars and parties with you. I know your up there fixing St. Peter's laptop right now. I love you brother and you'll always be in my heart and never forgotten. Rest in peace my friend.

June 17, 2017

Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1,2.

Jackie and Bill Parry

June 17, 2017

My wife and I send our thoughts and prayers to all family and friends. Tony was always there to greet us at the door of Stefanos with a smile and hospitality. He will be missed.

SALLY UHLER (711 STORE LINDEN ST.)

June 17, 2017

STEVE AND PATTY,May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. - MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Jim Steiner

June 17, 2017

I remember Tony as being a fine young man. Gone much too soon. May he rest peacefully.
Jim Steiner from Sacred Heart, Miller Heights

Lisa Foley

June 17, 2017

So very sorry and sad for all of you. I was Tony's fourth grade teacher and I remember him fondly. Praying for strength for all of you.

Lillian

June 17, 2017

Sorry to hear about the passing away of your dear love one. "May the God of comfort" comfort you and your family during this time.

Deborah Spadaccia

June 17, 2017

Tony was a friend of my daughter Lori and I met Tony when they were younger. God Bless him may he rest in peace. Prayers to the family.

June 16, 2017

With heartfelt condolences to the family of Antonio. May you find comfort in this Bible passage. "I have heard your prayers, I have seen your tears, Here i am healing you"
( 2kings 20:5).

Lori S

June 16, 2017

We here at the Licensee Service Center would like to let the family know that we will miss Tony and his smile and great outlook. I will be praying for all who he left behind. Tony, Thank you, for being the man who was always kind to me.

JW

June 16, 2017

My sincere condolences to the family.
May the God of all comfort,
"comfort your heart and make you firm"
during this time of such great loss.
(2 Thessalonians 2:16,17)
With deep sympathy,

June 16, 2017

My sympathy to the family.May Almighty God give you the strength to endure until his promises are fulfilled.Isaiah 35:5,6

Jeff Simeone

June 16, 2017

To the entire Lombardo family I'm so sorry for the loss of Tony. He was a great guy and will be missed. My deepest sympathy to you all for this tragic loss of someone too young.

June 16, 2017

On behalf of Doreen and Myself, Tony was a great person who was and will forever be loved my many. You will be missed by many whom he touched during his life. We love you and your family and pray that you are happy in heaven and sitting aside the our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless and keep your soul forever. Love, Lou Kornfeind and Doreen Marhon.

June 16, 2017

For the wages sin pays is death, but the gift God gives is everlasting life by Christ Jesus our Lord

Carolyn Suess

June 16, 2017

So sorry for this tragic loss. I'm still in a state of disbelief.

I worked with Tony at LVHN and remember him as a site tech, and later as a network analyst. He was one of the nicest people in our department. He also helped my husband and me plan our son's college graduation party at the restaurant. Tony had a gift for making others feel special. Every time we'd stop for dinner at the restaurant, I'd be sure to save room for his hazelnut gelato. I'm hopelessly addicted to it.

I am so sad for the heartache you must have at this time. We will miss seeing Tony at the restaurant. It just won't be the same.

Carolyn Suess

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