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1949
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2011
Anthony Tantillo Obituary
He was born on May 10, 1949 in Poughkeepsie, NY. He was the son of Joseph and Emma (Moriello) Tantillo. He married Fawn Hornbeck on December 30, 1978 at New Prospect Church, Pine Bush, NY.
He was the proprietor of Sunset Sporting Goods in New Paltz, NY for over 35 years.
Tony was the Chairman of the New Paltz Conservative Committee. He was a member of the Hidden Harbor Yacht Club, Port Ewen, NY, former member of the Lloyd Rod and Gun Club and the New Paltz Rod and Gun Club. He was a member of the Ulster County Trappers Association and a Lifetime Member of the NRA.
He was a member of the West Point Company of Military Historians. He served on various boards and councils including the Hudson River Estuary Management Advisory Council. He wrote numerous articles about the Hudson River which appeared in various magazines and periodicals.
Tony received numerous awards including The Lifetime Achievement Award from the Federated Sportsmen's Clubs of Ulster County, The Lou Del Santo Hudson River Stewardship Award from the Coastal Conservation Association and he was recognized for his support of the Catskill Region Friends of the NRA.
He was honored as the Ulster County Sportsman of the Year in 2004 and the Ulster County Conservative of the Year in 2010.
He is survived by his wife, Fawn Tantillo, daughter Christina and her husband, Mike Saylor of New Paltz, NY, and son, Salvatore V. Tantillo of New Paltz, NY, brother and sister-in-law, Leonard and Corliss Tantillo of Nassau, NY, brother and sister-in-law, Joseph Tantillo and Maura Shaw-Tantillo of Rosendale, NY, granddaughter, Trisha Saylor of New Paltz, NY, and brother in spirit, Tom Smith of Tillson, NY.
Calling hours will be Monday, January 10, 2011, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm at Copeland Funeral Home Inc., 162 South Putt Corners Road, New Paltz, NY.
The funeral will be Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at 10:00am at St. Joseph's Church, 34 South Chestnut Street, New Paltz, NY, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. His cremated remains will be interred at the Lloyd Rural Cemetery.
Funeral Arrangements are by Copeland Funeral Home, Inc., 162 South Putt Corners Road, New Paltz, New York 12561. (845) 255-1212. Anyone wishing to express condolences online, please go to www.copelandfhnp.com.
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Carolyn Binninger
January 15, 2011
So sorry to hear of your loss. you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob Ward
January 9, 2011
Tony and I spent many fun hours together in and outside of Our Lady of Lourdes. We shared some mutual sleepovers at each other's homes. I can say without hesitation he was one of the most genuine people I've ever known. If the class of '67 had an 'icon,' it was Tony. He was everybody's friend and yet never hesitated to speak his mind. God, he looks handsome in a beard! I left the Hudson Valley in 1976 for the West Coast. During a visit though in the '80's, I stopped at Tony's store for a big hello. It was wonderful. His obituary assures me he had a very full life and shared his indomitable spirit with 100's, if not thousands. He was in a sense, the ultimate "homie," but with one special exception, - unlike many of us who wear down the roads looking that special "place," he knew he was in paradise right where he was.
Ed Van Put
January 9, 2011
I worked with Tony when he was with the DEC, and occasionally I would stop by his sporting goods store to see how he was doing. He loved the outdoors, and cared greatly about the environment. While with the DEC, on a particularly frustrating day, I remember him making the statement "it seems like all we do here is document the deterioration of the environment."
I never forgot what he said, and I used his quote many times over the years - it made me work harder. Tony was one of the good guys. He made a difference in our world, and he will be missed. My deepest condolences to his family.
January 9, 2011
im so sorry to hear of this :( u were such a great person..i am blessed to take care of u your father and your uncle..god bless your family lara nodar (3b)
Mikki Judge
January 8, 2011
Our condolences to all of Tony's family. Throughts and prayers...may he rest in peace.
Nancy Pascarelli
January 8, 2011
Tony was my friend in high school. When I lived in New Paltz in the 70's, I would stop into Tantillo's Market and the sporting goods store to say hello. Tony was smiling, and passionate in his views. I will alwys keep his smile in my heart.
Marijane Knudsen
January 8, 2011
Fawn,
My thoughts and prayers to you.
Diane Betros-Smith
January 7, 2011
My deepest condolences to Tony's wife and family. We were in the same graduating class at OLL. Many fond memories of Tony and his wonderful smile, sense of humor, and great personality! May he rest in peace and may your happy memories comfort you at this difficult time.
January 7, 2011
My thoughts and prayers at this time of rememberance...Grace Moone
john knapp
January 7, 2011
We are greatly saddened to hear of Tony's passing and offer our deepest condolences to the Tantillo family. We cherish the time we spent with you during our stay at 8 N. Ohioville Rd.
Love,
John and Phyllis
tammy gerard
January 7, 2011
our thought and prays are with the tantillo family tony was a great person.
Tammy gerard and cliff artist
Joseph LaGattuta
January 7, 2011
Dear Fawn and family, I was very sorry to hear about Tony's passing. He was a great guy and I have fond memories of the many hours I spent at the store with him, sharing hunting and fishing stories, and of course, buying bait, tackle and guns. I was honored to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bert King
January 7, 2011
My wife and I will always remember Tony. He was always so full of life. We always chatted when he was a youngster in his fathers store. We left New Paltz many years ago but atill have many fond memories of the Tantillo family. They were a great family and great friends.
St Pete will have a great welcome for him at the Pearly Gate
Bert and Evelyn King
January 6, 2011
I am saddened to hear about Tony's passing. My deepest sympathy to his family. We had some really good laughs and great conversations ranging from farm tractors to biological processes. Tony has always been there for me. I will miss him dearly.
Jake Wedemeyer, Glenford, NY
Daanial &Diann Hasbrouck
January 6, 2011
The Hasbrouck family send our condolences. to the Tantillo family ,was a great man and friend !
January 6, 2011
"Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. He fought a hard battle. We will miss his crazy heart!" The Fiscella family.
Kathy Hattala
January 6, 2011
Tony was the ultimate fisherman, curious biologist, supporter and champion of the Hudson and one of the BEST striped bass fishermen I will ever know. He always had smile and a good thing to say. He will be missed. My deepest condolences to the family.
Wayne Elliot
January 6, 2011
Tony was a good guy. Even though he had some serious health problems, he was upbeat with a good sense of humor. He worked very hard on important conservation issues, and was tireless in promoting the outdoor sports that he loved. He will be missed.
Scaglione
January 6, 2011
Please accept our condolences, the Scaglione Family
Tony fishing. Summer 2010
Matthew Paul
January 6, 2011
I'll always remember hanging out in Sunset with my dad. Tony was a great guy and I'm proud to have known him. He's been an inspiration to me as a sportsman and a land manager. He's in my thoughts and prayers. My condolences to the Tantillo Family.
Jerry Muenkel
January 6, 2011
I'm sorry to hear this news. I hadn't seen Tony in a long time but he was one of the best people I'd known from high school. His sense of humor and love of life and family affected me for the better.
Cynthia Wadnola
January 6, 2011
Fred and I send our condolences to Fawn and her family on their great loss. You are very blessed to have great memories of such a great man.
January 6, 2011
Please accept our condolences, the Scioritno Family
Joe Grotzer
January 6, 2011
Sorry to hear , he was always a true Gentleman
Renee Redner
January 6, 2011
I am so sorry about Tony's passing. I will always remember his smile and sense of humor. My heart goes out to all of you. I know you will miss him very much. Tony is in my prayers. All my love, hugs & kisses, Renee
January 6, 2011
I spent a lot of time with Tony in the 1970's when we both worked at the DEC in New Paltz. We fished a lot during those years at the Pepacton and Ashokan Resevrvoirs. And I'll always remember his wit and ability to carryon three conversations at once while the proprietor of Sunset.
Sadly I didn't visit Tony much over the years, but there will always be a place in my heart for all the memories I have of the times we spent together.
My condolences and sympathy to Fawn and family, during this sad and difficult time.
Tony Bonavist
Manuel Gonzalez
January 6, 2011
My condolences to his family. Many happy memories of going to the
"bait shop" and talking with Tony. Bought my first boat from him and will think of him each day I use it.
Tony, I am sure the fishing will be great where you are now.
Manuel Gonzalez
January 6, 2011
We were so very saddened to learn of Tony's passing and will remember him as a warm, gracious and funny cousin. He will be in our thoughts and prayers as will be his family.
vince and Marianne Toscano
January 6, 2011
I spent a lot of time with Tony in the 1970's when we both worked at the DEC
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