Anthony J. “Tony” Perillo, 79, of Bristol, Tenn., passed away on August 16, at his residence.

He was born June 2, 1942, in Bridgeport, Conn., to Anthony Sr and Helen Harah Perillo.

Tony was a former HVAC technician and a United States Navy veteran.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Rachel Cates Perillo; children John Perillo, Kenneth Perillo, and Michele Cates; granddaughter Hannah Perillo; great-grandson Seth Kirker; and siblings Marie Griffin, Arline Shanley, Vanesa Peck, and Felix Perillo.

He was predeceased by his parents.

Graveside services with full military honors were conducted on Friday, August 20, at the National Cemetery in Johnson City, Tenn.

The Newtown Bee October 1, 2021