Anthony Joseph Russo

Passed away peacefully at Virginia Beach General Hospital at the age of 77. Anthony will be remembered by his son John, daughter-in-law Sharon, sister Dolores, ex-wife Elizabeth, loving cousins, nieces and nephews.

Tony was born in Jamaica Hospital, New York, and after graduating from Michigan State University, Tony began a 4 year duty in the Navy. Once discharged, he settled in Virginia Beach, Virginia and worked for the City of Virginia Beach for 30 years. Tony was fascinated with meteorology, aviation and hockey; hobbies he shared with his son, John.

Friends and family will gather at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, (5525 US-1, Mims, FL 32754) on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 11am for his funeral. A memorial service will be held in Kings Park, New York, in St. Joseph’s Church 11:30am, Saturday, February 25, 2023, (59 Church St, Kings Park, NY 11754)

In lieu of flowers, donations to Disabled American Veterans, Salvation Army, SPCA, Princess Anne Courthouse Rescue Squad or Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center Foundation would be appreciated.