He was born Feb. 6, 1935, in Youngstown’s historic Smokey Hollow, to the late Luciano and Merceda Vecchiarelli Orlando. Anthony was a proud graduate of The Rayen School and went on to further his education at Youngstown State University, receiving an associate degree.

A longtime agent with Western and Southern Life Insurance for 26 years, Anthony made lifelong friendships that continue to this day. He enjoyed going to Las Vegas, playing bocce at the MVR and St. Anthony’s and bowling on several leagues.

Anthony was an active member in the community as one of the members of the Youngstown Symphony Society and recognized for outstanding ticket sales. Also, he was a founding member of the Cameo Club, president of the Sulmona Valley Club, president of the Holy Name Society at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica and member of the St. Anthony Club of Struthers.

Anthony was an active supporter and volunteer for the campaign of Congressman Lyle Williams. As a result of his dedication, Anthony was invited to attend the Presidential inauguration of Ronald Reagan.

Anthony supported all local sports teams, going to as many games as possible. His love of making people happy led him to play Santa Claus during the holiday season. An active member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica for 25 continuous years, he was devoted to the Blessed Sacrament and had a regular Adoration hour.

Anthony served his country in the Army, serving from 1958 to 1960.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, the former Lisa Silvestri, whom he married July 13, 1963, at Sacred Heart Church and just had celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary; daughter, Gabriella (Michael Hartley) Orlando of Washington D.C.; son, Anthony (Melanie) Orlando Jr. of Poland; brothers, John (Edith) Orlando of Liberty and Charles (Ruth) Orlando of Campbell; and grandchildren, Giselle Cara Hartley and Beck Christofer Hartley.

Besides his parents, Anthony was preceded in death by his brothers, Samuel (Beverly) Orlando and Felix (Dolores) Orlando; and by his sister, Carmela Orlando (Jerry) DelliQuardi.

Family and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 21, 2022, at the Fox Funeral Home, 4700 Market St., Boardman, and from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Friday, July 22, 2022, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, 343 Via Mount Carmel, Youngstown.

There will be a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Friday at the church, celebrated by The Very Rev Msgr. Michael J. Cargilio, Jr., and con-celebrant Fr. Joseph McCaffrey from the Diocese of Pittsburgh.

Interment will be held in Lake Park Cemetery.

Material tributes can be made in Anthony’s name to Youngstown Community Kitchen, 551 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH 44502; or to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, 343 Via Mount Carmel Youngstown, OH 44505.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Edward J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home, 4700 Market St., Boardman, OH 44512.

Family and friends of Anthony may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to view this obituary and to leave condolences for the Orlando family.

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Anthony F. Orlando Sr. 1935-2022

YOUNGSTOWN — Anthony Frank Orlando Sr., 87, passed away peacefully at his home, Sunday morning, July 17, 2022, with his loving family by his side.

He was born Feb. 6, 1935, in Youngstown’s historic Smokey Hollow neighborhood, to the late Luciano and Merceda Vecchiarelli Orlando. Anthony was a proud graduate of The Rayen School and went on to further his education at Youngstown State University, receiving an associate degree.

A long-time agent with Western and Southern Life Insurance for 26 years, Anthony made lifelong friendships that continue to this day. He enjoyed going to Las Vegas, playing bocce at the MVR and St. Anthony’s, and bowling on several leagues. He was an active member in the community as one of the founding members of the Cameo Club, president of the Sulmona Valley Club, president of the Holy Name Society at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica and member the St. Anthony Club of Struthers.

Anthony supported all local sports teams, going to as many games as possible. His love of making people happy led him to play Santa Claus during the holiday season.

An active member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica for 25 continuous years, he was devoted to the Blessed Sacrament and had a regular Adoration hour.

Anthony served his country in the Army from 1958 to 1960.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, the former Lisa Silvestri, whom he married July 13, 1963, at Sacred Heart Church and had just celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary; daughter, Gabriella (Michael Hartley) Orlando of Washington D.C.; son, Anthony (Melanie) Orlando Jr. of Poland; brothers, John (Edith) Orlando of Liberty and Charles (Ruth) Orlando of Campbell; and grandchildren, Giselle Cara Hartley and Beck Christofer Hartley.

Family and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 21, 2022, at the Fox Funeral Home, 4700 Market St., Boardman, and from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Friday, July 22, 2022, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, 343 Via Mount. Carmel, Youngstown.

There will be a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial Friday at the church, celebrated by The Very Rev Msgr. Michael J. Cargilio Jr. and con celebrant, Father Joseph McCaffrey from the Diocese of Pittsburgh.

Interment will be held in Lake Park Cemetery.

Material tributes can be made in Anthony’s name to the Youngstown Community Kitchen, 551 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH 44502; or to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, 343 Via Mount Carmel Youngstown, OH 44505.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Edward J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home, 4700 Market St. Boardman, OH 44512. Family and friends of Anthony may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to view this obituary and to leave condolences for the Orlando family.

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