Dear Lana,
I just heard about your Dad and I want you to know I am very sorry for your loss.  I know you loved your Dad so very much.
Please know I am thinking of you.

I'm just learning of Tony's passing. What a soul. We dated over 30 years ago he has remained my friend.  I surprised him at the restaurant and we had lunch at  Carderos a few days later when I moved back from California.  A blessing to so many. Prayers for his daughter, grandchildren and family in 🇮🇹. 💔

Growing up my family would go to Anton’s almost every Friday night for dinner.  We would have to get there before 5pm, as the line up would always start to grow soon after that. So over the course of my childhood I can say that I’ve eaten a lot of Antons pasta! Despite not knowing Tony,  I want to thank him for creating a restaurant that made my family feel at home and let his family know that his restaurant and legacy did more than just deliver great pasta. He made it a place that is dear to my heart. He will be greatly missed.

I'm sorry I didn't get the chance to see you in the last 20 plus years, I always think and speak high of you, you always laugh enjoy life, respected, treaded me like a daughter, thank you you for being you and who you are you treat everyone with love, respect, kindness, You are Amazing Anton Tony, I will miss you. I always speak high of you and your food to everyone because I know it's the best pasta, sauces, dressings, tiramisu ever made the best Tony the Best I will miss not seeing you again but your always in my heart and when I eat your food  you will hug me with your love and your amazing delicious food, Anton Tony I'll miss you
💔🌹❣️
Diana Mayen

My husband has many fond memories of Tony, he was such a happy, kind, generous soul. He truly made his mark in North Burnaby & his legacy will live on in Anton Pasta.  To Lana & the Mauro family may you cherish all the fond memories you have of Tony. May they help you during this time of sorrow and grief.  R.I.P.  Tony 💙🙏💙 🙏    LINA & VINCENZO PERAGINE

Rip Tony
I worked for him in late 90s and all I remember is  good memories and his kindness..
I'm sure he is in a good place right now. 
My condolences to his family and friends 😢

Lana and family! 

My deepest condolences to you and your family! ❤️ 

Patti and Laila. Hugs

I did not know Antonio personally, but I sure did love his restaurant, Anton's. 

in my heart, sadly, I know that this is another case of the last of the greatest generation that ever lived, now going home. 

may God bring respite to his family (esp. Lana 🩷), for the enormous loss he must have left. I'm sure the sorrow they feel is enormous - may God help to lesson this as the days pass by.

may Antonio rest in eternal peace for his good works here on earth are done.

xx

Our expression of condolence to Mauro family.
Antonio will be always remembered from his loyal customers who loved his restaurant and food.
Family Timotic

My condolences to Tony’s family and close friends!  I had one of my first part-time jobs in university @Anton’s and it really was like a second family to me! Hearing this news brings back some great and fun memories! Tony was a kind, generous and patient boss!  A great business owner who had a big heart for his community!  My sympathy again for your loss.

Remembering all the east end parties.
Many at Johnny Grahams house.
Many meals at Antons.  Will be sadly missed.
Ron Haggblom

My heartfelt condolences  to Antonio's family and friends.  I grew up in  South Burnaby many years ago, and have many fond memories of living in Burnaby.  I haven't been to Antonio's restaurant as I live out of town but I'm sure I would have enjoyed being there also ♥   The comments I've read are very heartfelt - what a lovely man he was.

Dear Tony...
Thank you for being kind, smiling so cheerfully, and having such a big heart. Thank you for allowing me to share your little house in North Burnaby (with your beautiful daughter, Lana), (when I had nowhere else to go.) Thank you for feeding us not only with your delicious homemade pasta... but baptizing it with your loving soul. 

There were always line-ups outside your pasta bar ...not only because your food was so great, but was your spirit.  

I am saddened for your family; and Lana, your grand-son, and your grand-daughters. I am saddened for all who knew you.  
So many people loved you Tony. 
Rest in Pasta my dear. Rest in Paradise. 
Namaste  - Bella

Very saddened to learn of Tony's passing.  Condolences to all of his family and friends.  I will cherish the many meals and conversations with Tony.  Rest in peace Tonino!

We have wonderful memories of Tony when we would visit him in the comfort of his apartment. Always happy to see us with a beer or  some pasta or a toronne at Christmas. He was a lovely man, kindhearted and generous and a good friend, and we will miss him.

To his daughter and his extended family - our deepest condolences. We are sorry for your loss. 

In sadness, from his old neighbours,
Michael Chen 
Karl Gsell

To the Mauro Family, 
Our most heartfelt sympathy to all the family at this sad time. Antonio was a kind man and will be fondly remembered by many who knew him. May he rest in peace and always be with you all in spirit. We are so sorry for your loss.

So very sorry to get this news. Lana and family; Frank, Tony, Gail and the rest of the Anton's family, deepest sympathies to all of you - he was a wonderful, warm and charming guy. 
Our whole family are saddened by the news as are the many runners that we brought to the table at both the old Anton's and the new one. 
May he rest in peace. 
Catherine H.

Hi Lana its Rena Orsato I'm so sorry for your lose.My memories of Tony dad  are funny he always had a smile on his face...I hope he is a better place now Yours Truely RenaGiles7783473761

Many of you won’t know this, but “Tony” supported many disadvantaged youth in North Burnaby. I know this because I was one of them. He made us food, gave us a few bucks here and there, and was the most empathetic listening I, along with many had. My sincerest condolences to his family. What a significant loss for the world.

This is very sad news to hear about antonio. He was a great friendly guy with a very busy restaraunt  and many people loved him and his food. Very sad to hear antonio passed away ✝️  RIP antonio you will be greatly missed by your family friends and customers

Great guy. So sorry to hear of his passing. Thanks for the food and for the memories

Lana and Family
So sorry to hear about your dad .
Lots of great memories.
I remember when we all were hanging out and your dad had the arcade on Hastings Street before he opened Antons.The original Antons  just across from the Admiral.I always enjoyed seeing your dad .He always made you feel welcome. Sorry that I can't make the service,out of town working . Sending you my condolences .
Ken Wilson

I’m so sad to hear about Tony passing away. My Condolences to Lana and the whole Mauro family, Peace be with You. I have known Tony since I was 17. This picture of Tony was in the mid 70’s at his nightclub where I first met Tony (that is me with the Afro) and ended up working for him. Tony was always an Entrepreneur and wore many hats in his life. Anton’s was his biggest hat. You could never see Tony without a smile or a chocolate in his pocket. He always was generous and forgiving even when many people took advantage of his generosity he just let it go. I will miss you Tony till we meet again.

When we moved into Stratford Place in the West End Tony was already living here. That was over 30 years ago!  We have been neighbours for that long and now, sadly, there is a huge void where Tony once was.  He was such a vibrant,  kind, loving, generous person.  He never ever spoke ill of anyone.  When we renovated our apartment right at the beginning Tony appeared almost nightly with a full package for us for dinner.  He knew we had no kitchen so there he was helping us out with such a kind heart.  When we had social functions in the building Tony supplied alot of the food.  Again, with such a kind and generous heart.  I will miss seeing him on the seawall, I will miss seeing him coming in from his car with such a sweet smile on his face and arms wide open for a lovely big hug.  That was the Tony we all loved and that is the Tony we will all miss so much.  Rest in peace you beautiful man.  You will always, always be in our hearts.   June and Nelson Quiroga

My deep condolences to the family
Our prayers for the soul to rest in eternal peace
I had the privilege to be his banker for a short time and that when he invited us for lunch at his restaurant back in  1990
We still continue to go to antons with family and friends. 

rest in peace tony ❤️

Aneesa karamally

Lana, and Family 
Sending My deepest Sympathy and prayers. 
Words cannot even begin to express my sorrow.
To lose such a loved member of the family is so heartbreaking.
I'm deeply sorry to hear this, sending love.
Tony was such an amazing person with a heart of gold.  
He will be missed dearly. 
Thinking about you and your family at this difficult time. 

Lori Manera ( Prestie)

I’m sad to hear of Toni’s passing, he was a beautiful person and made a big impression on my life. 
I worked at Antons at the tiny location in the mid 80s. I have many fond and funny memories including making pasta sitting in the window. Everyone passing by would stop to watch. 
Laughing and joking with April and customers while I helped him make the most amazing food ever ! 
I learned a lot, had fun and felt like a family member. I will never forget Toni and my time at Antons. 
Blessings,
Karla

What great sadness to hear the loss of Tony. 
My condolences to everyone. 
He truly was one of a kind!!!!
Such a humble beautiful human being. 
With the most successful restaurant ongoing. 
Precious!!
Thank you Tony for sharing your life and kindness with us all. 

Sincerely 
Annamaria Lanci

OBITUARY

Antonio Mario Mauro

4 December, 1941 – 14 August, 2024

Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel

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