Anthony V. Giannone, 76, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at his home peacefully. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Vincenzo and Carmella (Fantauzzo) Giannone; and the beloved husband of the late Linda S. (Kitcho) Giannone, whom he married on February 25, 1969.
Anthony was a graduate of Trott Vocation High School and earned his degree from Kelly’s Business School. On August 21, 1967, he proudly joined the United States Army during the Vietnam War and served as a heavy truck driver. Upon his honorable discharge in 1969, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Sharpshooter Badge.
For the past 36 years, Anthony was a dedicated employee of Helmel Engineering Products, Inc. in Niagara Falls. During the 1980s, he owned and operated the former Mr. G’s Pizza on Lockport Road, alongside his wife.
Anthony was a faithful member of The Way Church of God in Sanborn, NY. An avid golfer, bowler and sports enthusiast, he was a passionate fan of the Buffalo Bills, New York Mets and Buffalo Sabres. He also loved hunting, fishing, and was a longtime member of the NRA.
He was proud to have coached his son Scott’s Midtown baseball team and lead them to a championship in the early 80’s, as well as coaching his son Vincent’s roller hockey teams across Western New York and Canada for several years.
In addition to coaching, Anthony loved playing baseball, and was extremely thrilled to play with his two sons in local men’s leagues at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Base, Reservoir Park and the Amherst Pepsi Center.
Anthony was also an original member, and owner of ‘The Mustangs’ in the Niagara Fantasy Football League, which originated in 1992 with his family and friends. Above all, Anthony cherished the time spent with his beloved family, especially his grandchildren.
Anthony was sadly predeceased by his wife, Linda on October 14, 2022. He is survived by his sons, Scott A. Giannone and Vincent A. Giannone; grandchildren, Anthony S. Giannone, Neyla P. Giannone, Noelle C. Giannone and Sasha M. Giannone; his beloved dog, Hazel; two siblings, Rose (late Basil) Hayes and Sarah Giannone; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was also predeceased by his siblings, Jennie ‘Judgie’ (late John) Alferi, Carmela ‘Connie’ (Marion ‘Bill’ ‘Farmer’) Bresko, Frances (Steven) Jamgochian- Giannone, Antoinette (late James) Vance and Florence (late Roger) Monfort.
Visitation will be on Friday, December 22 from 3 – 7 PM at M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11:00 AM at The Way Church of God, 2334 Lockport Rd, Sanborn, NY 14132. Interment and Military honors will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery Lewiston, NY. Memorial offerings may be made to The Summit Center, Autistic Services at thesummitcenter.org/donate/ or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, https://www.stjude.org/donate/.
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SERVICES
Visitation
Friday, December 22, 2023
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel
2730 Military Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
Funeral Service
Saturday, December 23, 2023
11:00 AM
The Way Church of God
2334 Lockport Road
Sanborn, NY 14132
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