Anthony "Tony" Joseph Perno

Anthony “Tony” Joseph Perno, age 68, of Mechanicsburg, died on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. Tony was born on Sunday, September 23, 1956, in Passaic, New Jersey to the late Joseph Perno and Lottie (Wdoviak) Perno.

Tony’s survivors include his loving partner: Mary Ann (Burger) Juson; his two sisters: Michele Cimino and her husband, Thomas, of Matamoras, NJ and their children: Alicia,  Melissa and Tommy; Sharon Scala and her husband, Andy,  of Saddle Brook, NJ and their children: Jacqueline and Andrew; and her Aunt Cookie and Uncle Mario Marenzano.

Tony attended Garfield High School. He retired in 2022 from Painters District Council 711, after many years working as a Drywall Taper. Tony possessed a deep appreciation for the outdoors, particularly fly fishing. He was dedicated to keeping in shape, especially walking in the outdoors. After relocating from New Jersey to Mechanicsburg, Tony faced challenges in locating cuisine similar to what he enjoyed in New Jersey, which motivated him to teach himself cooking and baking techniques, resulting in the creation of outstanding pizzas, breads, cakes, pies, and cookies.  He will be missed by those fortunate to be part of his life.

Services for Tony will take place in New Jersey at a later date.

Tony’s family has entrusted his care to Buhrig Funeral & Cremation in Mechanicsburg, (717) 766-3421. Read Tony’s full obituary, offer condolences and sympathy, share stories and memories, upload photographs and videos, light a candle and sign his official guest book by visiting Buhrig.com.