Anthony Robert Arcolesse, Sr., 61, of Palmetto, Florida died Wednesday, November 19, 2008 of after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born in Philadelphia, PA and was an Army veteran.
Tony is survived by his wife, Maria; his son, Anthony, Jr. and daughter-in-law, Jennifer; his mother, Rozella; his sister, Judith Hackbart of Palmetto, FL; his brother, Louis "Bud" Arcolesse of Parrish; his step-daughter, Sara Allen; his step-son Kevin Allen and wife Erin; and grandchildren Kim and Nicholas of Westville, NJ and grandson Kevin of Lansdale, PA.
Memorial services will be held at the Imperial Lakes Estate Clubhouse, 8565 Crown Ct., Palmetto, FL on December 1, 2008 at 9am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tidewell Hospice and Palliative Care in Ellenton, Florida.
Our hearts are heavy today and we send all of our love to your entire family.
Bob and Darcy Cocozza
A good man.
He has been in our thoughts, and with sadness we learn of you loss.
Prayers for Tony, You and your family. Sincerely. Ed and Re Kessler Family..
Tony and I were friends and members of our condo board. He was energetic, hard working, and made many contributions to our community. He and Maria held “do-wop” dances each year, sharing his great collection of ’50’s records. He was a special person and will be greatly missed.
Tony was one of those cherished people who would always put others first. He always would be willing to help and was one of those rare people who would ask if you needed any help. His advice, character and wisdom will always be cherished. Tony was a great person to work with and his friendship will always be remembered.
Tony was a special friend! All though gone, he will always be near in memory. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and many friends.
“immortality is after all one’s presence through Memory.”
I only had the pleasure of meeting Tony one time and automatically liked and enjoyed his company. He will be missed greatly by his family and friends and i miss not having had more time to spend with him. My love and prayers go out to Maria and all his family. Thankyou Tony for being a part of my life and God Bless You.
Though Tony and I did not share the same name we were brothers. I will miss him more than these words can express. My greatest sympathy Goes out to Maria and the family.I will miss the Sunday football games we shared and all the time we spent together.
GO “EAGLES” Love you brother.
Tom and Toni
I know nothing of your family and have no connection to you in any way but I lost someone who was my heart and soul.
I am not the same. I never will be. I hate everyone,myself most of all. I am no longer me.
I hope whole-heartedly that you handle your pain in a better manner than I have.
My heart truly goes out to you. Even though I’ve never met nor spoken to you.
I just want you to know that someone cares. Things do get better. They have to.
I love you.
-Sunshine.<3
Tony, Tony, Tony our hearts are heavy. We will never forget our special times like our “Monday Get Lost Days” our special Sunday football get togethers, our special “Movie Nights, the great BBQ’s, our vacation to St. Pete our trips into Philly for cheesesteaks and just eating our way through town and our quality time just being together.
You were truly one of a kind and our hearts have suffered a great loss, but we will go on and cherish our precious times spent together.
Maria, Mom and your family will always be special and know we will look after them.
Rest in Peace dear friend, rest in peace.
We love you little guy!
Dear Maria and Family,
May you feel comfort in knowing that your family and friends are praying for you and your family.
Tony was a wonderful person and I will miss his e-mails to all of us here in Philadelphia.
May God bless you all and we know that Tony is in the arms of our Father in heaven.
May he rest in peace.
Love,
Cousin Mare
Tony, I loved you very much and I miss you