Anthony J. "Tony" Dattilo, Sr. Obituary (1935

Mr. Anthony John "Tony" Dattilo, age 88, of Madison, Indiana entered this life on November 26, 1935, in Madison, Indiana. He was the son of the late Anthony Joseph Dattilo, Jr. and Mary Ann Cianciola Dattilo. As a child growing up in Madison, Tony began working at the age of five at A. Dattilo Fruit Company, the family's produce business, founded by Tony's father in 1929. He graduated in 1953 from Madison High School in downtown Madison. He also attended Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. Tony then enlisted in the United States Army on January 26, 1956, and was stationed in Germany. From this posting, he enjoyed traveling throughout Europe and had the unique opportunity to play for the Army's baseball team. He was honorably discharged on December 18, 1957, and transferred to the reserves. On November 18, 1961, he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Myrna Loy Wise, at St. Mary's Catholic Church. This happy union of 47 years was blessed with children, Lisa Mae, Anthony John, Jr., Leslie Ann and Philip Delmar. As a businessman, like his father and grandfather, he treated his customers and employees with dignity and respect and continued to provide quality produce and services throughout his life. As a citizen, he was exceptionally concerned with the well-being of the community and actively engaged in community affairs. Tony was a faithful member of the Prince of Peace Catholic Church, the Madison Elks Lodge No. 524 and the Madison Area Chamber of Commerce. He and his father were honored by the Prince of Peace Catholic Schools with the Golden Shamrock Award in 2011 for being instrumental in bringing Catholic education to the community. In 2018, he was awarded the Business Person of the Year by the Madison Area Chamber of Commerce. In 2019, he was awarded The Circle of Corydon Award by Governor Eric Holcomb. Additionally, Tony was commissioned as a Kentucky Colonel in recognition of his service and accomplishments. Moreover, Tony was a devoted family man, loved all sports, especially baseball and the Cincinnati Reds. Tony enjoyed trips to Churchill Downs, traveling with his wife, tending to his Koi Pond and authentic Italian food. His dedicated work ethic and leadership of his Main Street business will be long remembered for its service and professionalism. Most of all, Tony will be remembered for his generous, kind spirit and unending love of family. He passed peacefully in his sleep on Friday, November 8, 2024, at his home in Madison. Please Click Here to View the Video Tribute Please Click Here to View the Funeral Service Recording A LOVING FAMILYTony will be missed by his loving daughter, Lisa Dattilo Morgan of Madison, Indiana; his loving sons, COL Anthony J. Dattilo, Jr. (USA, RET) and his wife, Linda of Ashburn, VA, Philip D. Dattilo and his wife, Laura of Indianapolis, Indiana; his beloved grandchildren, Shelley, Paige (Ricky), Hailey (Sam), Sam, Ryan, Grant; and his adoring great grandson, Wyatt; his brother, Leonard "Lenny" Dattilo of Madison, Indiana; his sisters, Clarita Dattilo Wesbecker of Madison, Donna Dattilo Jackson of Madison; many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Tony will be especially missed by the dedicated employees (past and present) of A. Dattilo Fruit Co. He was preceded in death by his father, Anthony Joseph Dattilo, Jr., died June 20, 1977, his mother, Mary Ann Cianciola Dattilo, died May 25, 1982, his beloved wife of 47 years, Myrna Loy Wise Dattilo, died April 13, 2008, his loving daughter, Leslie Ann Dattilo, died May 19, 1990, his son in law, Troy David Morgan, died June 6, 2023, his sister, Marina "Mary Jo" Dattilo Lohrig, died February 9, 2020, his brother, Thomas Martin Dattilo, died March 23, 2023. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIALFuneral Mass will be conducted Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 11:00 am, by Father Christopher A. Craig at the Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 413 East Second Street Madison, Indiana. Interment will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery in downtown Madison, Indiana. VISITATION Friends may visit Friday from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centre, 325 Demaree Drive Madison, Indiana. MEMORIAL EXPRESSIONS Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery or the Madison Riverfront Development Project. Cards are available at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centres of Madison and Hanover or at the church. Online condolences, remembrances, and memorials can be left at www.morgan-nay.com To Place An Online Donation To send a flower arrangement in memory of Anthony J. "Tony" Dattilo, Sr., please click here to visit our sympathy store.