Contributions to the tribute of Anthony Longobardi

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Thursday, September 9, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of Anthony’s passing. I remember both him and Joan fondly from my childhood, they had rented from my grandmother for a few years ( many years ago) before moving out to Long Island. I remember his black convertible with the white top also. My condolences to Joan and her family. May he Rest In Peace.

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RICHIE KOSIK posted a condolence

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

Anthony, I was very sad to hear of your passing & sorry that I couldn't make it to the funeral to pay my respects. I was glad we were able to get together a few years back at my house in Bayridge when you came with your lovely wife Joan and we were joined by your cousins Nick & John Calderone with their wives Yvonne & Jackie. Billy Straubinger & his wife Linda also attended. My wife Eileen was very pleased she had a chance to meet you & Joan, she's a special gal. I also remember how warm and gracious your mom & dad were when ever I rang the door bell & called for you to come out for a game or just to hang out. The Longobardi's were a special family. Being aware of the success of your children, I know they still are. Our times in Astoria were very special and I have many great memories of our times playing CYO baseball for Immaculate Conception. You were multi-talented as you could be catcher in one game, an outfielder in another and even pitch when called upon. Most of all I remember our many years of playing "rough touch" football on 33rd street and at various parks and school yards in Astoria & beyond. (For the uninitiated 'rough touch' is played on concrete with blocking). I could go on & on here with stories. I want your sons to know that you were a good friend and great teammate. I remember only losing a few games over a 5-8 year period. You were a willing solid blocker and an exceptional Tight End and your fantastic one handed catches were worthy of being a high light on ESPN. We often thought you had Glue on your hands. I know our QB (your cousin Nick) always counted on you. I can't remember you dropping any important passes in clutch situations. You were always upbeat and made people feel good with your warm personality. I can't stop without mentioning the many good times your friends had following the 'Band' (Fuzz & Sandels) you formed with cousin Nick, Paul Straub & Ralph Diphillips. You drumming was a major part of their popularity. (1965-70) You guys even opened up one night at a club in LIC for Patti LaBelle & the Blue Bells! A few years ago I ran into a young guy from Astoria who remembered me from the neighborhood & knew I was a friend of the band. He said to me, "my friends & I enjoyed following Fuzz & Sandels around when they played. They were the best band to come out of Astoria". Yeah, you guys brought a lot of good times and smiles to a lot of people. I've been blessed to be able to call you friend and teammate. My memories of you will always be many and warm. GOD Bless you Tony!

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Janet Marmo lit a candle

Sunday, August 15, 2021

Tony: you were the nicest person. Always smiling and always having a warm and friendly greeting either on the phone or in person. Rest In Peace, my friend, with your love ones in Heaven. Love you! Janet Marmo

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Angela Pagliughi lit a candle

Saturday, August 14, 2021

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Quadrato Family lit a candle

Saturday, August 14, 2021

Tony was a great friend and neighbor for over 30 years. We shared many laughs and stories. We will miss him very much. Rest in Peace Bro Mary Ann and Tommy

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John Conti posted a symbolic gesture

Saturday, August 14, 2021

Sending my deepest love and condolences to the family. I am blessed to have had him in my life growing up. So easy going and never stressed. I remembered him having a Black Cutless with a white top convertible. Thought it was the coolest car. I also remember going to grandmas house and going up to his room and trying on the cologne he had on his dresser. I tried them all and I think I got in trouble. He taught me a lesson one time when I was 16 or so when they owned a stationery store in Port Jefferson. I was doing some work to help out and must have been cutting corners. He said to me, “ John, don’t paint around the picture”. That stuck with me and even to this day I reference it when dealing with issues and people in my life. I am sorry I was away all of these years but I am so glad that I saw you at the graduation party upstate a few years ago. God rest your soul my uncle and please hug and kiss the rest of the family you are joining now. Love you, John Conti

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Saturday, August 14, 2021

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Bill Petraglia & Family lit a candle

Friday, August 13, 2021

Mr. Longobardi, Thank you for your friendship. You were always a Gentleman. A memory I have to share is when you invited me to your home for dinner, but after you saw how much I ate, you said you weren’t inviting me back. May you now Rest In Peace. Amen.

Anthony Longobardi

1947 - 2021

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