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Anthony Ferdinando Obituary

Anthony Pete Ferdinando , 94, of Cortez, Colorado, died 4/7/2016 at Vista Mesa Assisted Living, Cortez, Colorado . Born 1/16/1922.

Arrangements are being made through Ertel Funeral Home.

No service will be held.

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Published by The Journal on Apr. 8, 2016.

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Charley Gremmels

April 20, 2016

Toni and family, I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. What a wonderful person and a true Durango legend!

Sheri Rochford Figgs

April 20, 2016

Tony Ferdinando was a man of high integrity and great grit. He was such a positive influence in my life. When I worked at Fort Lewis College, he alway made sure I had the new car. He was such a gentleman and had such a great sense of humor. He was always giving back. Such a talented and gifted man. I thought the world of him and will miss him very much.

Sarah Jacobson

April 18, 2016

Tony was a very dear friend and I am so sad to hear of his passing. I am so grateful for all his contributions to the community including our wonderful clock tower at the Courthouse. And, he made the best pizzelles EVER! I am so grateful to have known him and spent time with him. I will never forget him.

Dewayne & Mary Ann Findley

April 17, 2016

Gary & Family, We are sorry to hear you lost your dad, but he lives on through you. Dewayne lost his dad a year ago at the same age. Good old guys! Our sincerest condolences to all of you.

Jennie Ulrich

April 17, 2016

My Uncle Tony...I cherish my memories of him and our great talks over the phone. Uncle Tony blessed my life, and I'll miss him dearly. All my love and God's blessings to Shirley Ann, Tonia and Gary.

Janette Archibeque

April 16, 2016

Gary and Family: Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

John Walkington

April 16, 2016

Toni, so sorry to hear about your father. My dad knew him years ago and always spoke highly of him.

Phil Kemp

April 15, 2016

The people he knew are better from knowing him. He was an example of how great men should conduct themselves. He was always someone I looked up to with the utmost respect.

Linda Crawford

April 15, 2016

Gary and family: Dave and I are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a special person and we know he will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. (Dave Crawford and Linda Knipp)

Michael Nicholson

April 14, 2016

I sure remember working on clocks with Tony. His craftsman ship was of the highest caliber. Who will I call now with a question?

TT

April 14, 2016

ALMIGHTY GOD HAS GIVEN US FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO COMFORT US DURING DIFFICULT TIMES.JEREMIAH 29:11-12

Tom and Georgena Rennick

April 12, 2016

Gary - Georgena and I are sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our condolences and sympathy to you and your family.

Sharon Kelley

April 12, 2016

From the Spurgeon Kelley family - the Neal Kelley family, the Roger Kelley family, the Shirley (Kelley) Chase family and the Sharon Kelley family. Tony was family to all of us. We will miss him and remember the trips up the Pine and the get-togethers at the Kelley farm and the Ferdinando home in Durango and there were many of them and the celebrations and the passings of so many. May the Lord bless and keep you as you say adios to your dad. Our hearts go out to you and yours.

Amanda Gilliland

April 11, 2016

Sure did love this man and all his stories and of course the flattery for all the pretty girls

Carolyn Aspromonte

April 11, 2016

What a great person to know He will be missed dearly. He was like a second father to me and a great friend to Dean

Angie Raulston

April 11, 2016

Dear family and friends, it deeply saddens me to hear of Tony's passing. He and I used to share cooking tips and discussions. His gentle spirit and smile will be missed. With Heart Filled Sympathy

Len and Mary Kelley

April 11, 2016

We're so sorry for your loss. We tried to see your Dad whenever we came to Durango. He was my last connection to my Dad, Ray Kelley. We have many wonderful memories of our visits. Len and Mary Kelley

Laurie and Casey Lynch

April 10, 2016

Dear Gary, We were so sorry to hear that your dad passed away. He was a great guy with a wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed.

Connie Russell

April 10, 2016

My Uncle, amazing man with so many talents, my family will truly miss him.

Rhonda Hatfield

April 9, 2016

Thank you for allowing me to be a part of a wonderful mans life....I am so sorry for your loss! Sincerely,

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