In Memory Of
Anthony J. Capogna
1924
2014
Anthony J. Capogna
January 31, 1924 — December 3, 2014
Anthony J. Capogna, (Tony Capone), 90, WW II Air Force Veteran, died Wednesday December 3, 2014 at Ellis Hospital after a long illness.
Anthony was born in Schenectady, NY on January 31, 1924, son of Henry and Adeline Cariatelle Capogna. A graduate of Nott Terrace High School, he joined the Army Air Force at the age of 19, in 1943 and became a navigator 1st Lieutenant and served with the Bomber Ferry Command to Scotland, England and Greenland. Retired as a Gas Turbine Technician after 43 year from General Electric.
Anthony was a locally well know golfer and bowler and was known to family as "The Handyman".
Anthony is survived by his son, Thomas of Schenectady; Brother, Victor of Scotia; grandchildren Daniel Capogna of Glenville, Heather Mason (Capogna) of Esperance and great grandchildren.
Anthony was predeceased by his wife Doris Capogna (Conkiln) of 45 years; his brothers, Frank, Joseph, Raymond and Armond.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service on Monday, December 8th at 10 AM at the Jones 1503 Union St. (at McClellan St.). Calling hours will be on Sunday from 5 PM to 7 PM at the funeral home for those who wish to call. Burial with Military honors will the service in Evergreen Memorial Park, Colonie.
Funeral Service Monday, December 8, 2014 Jones Funeral Home, Inc. 1503 Union Street Schenectady, New York, United States 12309 Interment at: Evergreen Memorial Park Monday, December 8, 2014 Evergreen Memorial Park Central Avenue Colonie, New York, United States 12205
Anthony was born in Schenectady, NY on January 31, 1924, son of Henry and Adeline Cariatelle Capogna. A graduate of Nott Terrace High School, he joined the Army Air Force at the age of 19, in 1943 and became a navigator 1st Lieutenant and served with the Bomber Ferry Command to Scotland, England and Greenland. Retired as a Gas Turbine Technician after 43 year from General Electric.
Anthony was a locally well know golfer and bowler and was known to family as "The Handyman".
Anthony is survived by his son, Thomas of Schenectady; Brother, Victor of Scotia; grandchildren Daniel Capogna of Glenville, Heather Mason (Capogna) of Esperance and great grandchildren.
Anthony was predeceased by his wife Doris Capogna (Conkiln) of 45 years; his brothers, Frank, Joseph, Raymond and Armond.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service on Monday, December 8th at 10 AM at the Jones 1503 Union St. (at McClellan St.). Calling hours will be on Sunday from 5 PM to 7 PM at the funeral home for those who wish to call. Burial with Military honors will the service in Evergreen Memorial Park, Colonie.
Funeral Service Monday, December 8, 2014 Jones Funeral Home, Inc. 1503 Union Street Schenectady, New York, United States 12309 Interment at: Evergreen Memorial Park Monday, December 8, 2014 Evergreen Memorial Park Central Avenue Colonie, New York, United States 12205
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