Anthony Merlo Obituary

MERLO Anthony 92, of Lodi on December 23, 2007. Before retiring he was a textile worker. Mr. Merlo was a WW II Army Veteran and a member of the Lodi V.F.W. Post 5082. Beloved husband of the late Katherine (nee Fanale). Devoted father of Claudia Modean and husband Gilbert, Anthony, Jr. and Lucien, all of Lodi. Loving grandfather of Renee', Mark and Gregg. Special great grandfather of Danny and Matthew. Dear brother of the late Sebastian and Salvatore. Funeral Saturday 9 AM with a 9:30 AM Chapel Service at Santangelo Funeral Home, 300 Main St., Lodi. Interment St. Nicholas Cemetery. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.

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Published by The Record/Herald News on Dec. 26, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Merlo

7 Entries

Carol & George Kopec

December 29, 2007

We were sad to learn about Uncle Tony's passing. We remember him most for his easy-going ways. We enjoyed hearing him talk about his great golf games. We often shared his achievements in this area with our friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with him & with you, too, Claudia, Anthony, & Lucien, as well as your families.

Lou Merlo

December 28, 2007

I will greatly miss Uncle Tony, my second father whom was always there for my brother and I when my father was not around. Even though I will miss him I know he is with his lovely wife, Aunt Katie and all his brothers and sister in heaven. Also, I know he is all healed from his head to his toes as I remembered him as a kid. And I will see him again someday.

Wendy Merlo

December 27, 2007

I used to love Uncle Tony's wonderful sense of humor and great golf stories and disappointments at the race track. His wit will put a smile on God's face as he golfs with the angels and tends to God's beautiful horses before they take off down the track. God love you Uncle Tony.

Renee Merlo

December 27, 2007

The angels await with wings spread wide, the warmth and love pure profusely as you arrive. The gates of heaven open wide, they exclaim, "you have arrived!"

I shall hold you in my heart forever, while knowing that you still remain by my side.

Your loving granddaughter

Renee Merlo

December 27, 2007

The angels have spread their wings and with much love and warmth they greet you, as you entered the doors of heaven. You will be missed dearly Pops!

In my heart you will remain,
Love Renee'

Gregg Modean

December 27, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Alanna Luciano

December 26, 2007

My prayers and thoughts are with you, may they take you to Heaven's gates to Katie.
I'll always remember the wonderful grandfather you were to your granchildren and how you adored your great~grandchildren. I can still picture you holding Renee in the crook of your arm...and then it was her turn. You will always have a special place in my heart. Rest in Peace. Alanna

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