“With long life, I will satisfy him, and show him My salvation” Psalm 91:16. On September 6, 2020 Tony was satisfied in his life here on earth and went home to be with his Lord Jesus. Tony passed away at the age of 87. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley; dear friend, Suzanne Peery; and his granddaughter, Diana Merryman. Left to celebrate his life are his two children, Sue Lienemann (Del), and Don DeLesDernier (Lora); 4 grandchildren, Joe Lienemann (Leslie), Brad Lienemann (Ann), Jeff Lienemann (Jessica), Evan DeLesDernier (fiancé Kennedy), and 9 great grandchildren.
Tony was born in Murray, Nebraska, grew up in Findlay Ohio, moved to Chicago, Illinois, and finally settled in Richmond, Virginia. Tony was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in 1956 with the rank of Specialist 3rd Class. He retired in Richmond after a long career with Reynolds Metals. He was an expert woodworker / cabinet maker. He was a faithful member, for over 40 years, of Tuckahoe Presbyterian Church. During his retirement, he traveled all over the United States collecting stamps from over 100 national parks.
Visitation will be held at Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd,. Richmond, Va. 23229 on Thursday, September 10 from 6:00 to 8:00pm. A funeral service will be held at Tuckahoe Presbyterian Church, 7000 Park Ave., Richmond, Va. 23226 on Friday, September 11 at 11:00 a.m. Masks are required. Social distancing will be observed in the sanctuary during the service. Interment will follow immediately after the service at Greenwood Memorial Gardens, 12609 Patterson Ave., Richmond, Va. 23238.
