Obituary of Anthony Costando

Anthony Costando of Florida, NY, entered into rest on Saturday, June 9, 2012 in his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was 84 years old. The son of the late Dominick Costando & Teresa Sinocchi Costando, he was born on January 14, 1928 in Bronx, NY where he resided for 64 years before relocating to Florida, NY. Anthony was raised by his hard working, widowed father and two loving and doting sisters, Amelia and Louise after his mother died when he was just 10 years of age. In order to help support his family he entered the workforce at the age of 10. Throughout his lifetime he held various occupations, but most particularly as a Bus Driver for MABSTOA of NYC and retired after 20 years of service. Anthony also served in the US Army during WWII. He was a loving and devoted father, grandfather and companion. Anthony had a passion for life and led a very active lifestyle. He enjoyed numerous hobbies, which included photography, videography, card playing, listening and dancing to all kinds of music, especially big band and jazz. He was also a Civil War enthusiast, reading and collecting information on the subject. Anthony loved all animals, especially his German Shepherd dogs. All who knew and loved him will miss his infectious laugh, humble nature and vibrant presence. Survivors include his companion, Rocchina Salerno and his children, Teresa Grimando (Husband Anthony) of New Jersey and Antoinette Quinn (Husband John) of Warwick; Grandchildren, John Quinn (Wife Nancy) and their two children Gabrielle and Scott, Antoinette T. Quinn and Desiree Grimando; Sister, Louise Isabella of Peekskill, NY; And several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his childhood best friend, Ernest Tricomi. He was predeceased by his wife of 33 years, Antoinette Costando; Grandson, Anthony C. Quinn, and Sister, Amelia Costando. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 12th from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the T.S. Purta Funeral Home, 22 Glenmere Avenue, Florida, NY 10921. Funeral mass will be held 10:30AM on Wednesday, June 13th at St. Stephen's Church, 75 Sanfordville Road, Warwick, NY 10990. Burial will be in St. Francis of Assisi Cemetery, Mount Kisco, NY In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made payable to CFOC - Anthony C. Quinn Memorial Fund and sent to the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan, 30 Scott's Corners Drive, Suite 202, Montgomery, NY 12549.