Anthony Nicholis Pontillo

1945 ∼ 2024

Anthony “Tony” Nicholis Pontillo, 79, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Aurora Medical Center of Kenosha.He was born on April 24, 1945, the son of the late Anthony and Eness (Cherenni) Pontillo. In 1991, he married the love of his life, Donna Pontillo in Kenosha.Tony’s love for his late wife was incredible, and after losing her in 2015, he was lost, and he consumed his time and energy by driving his two classic cars to weekly car shows. Tony also hosted Kenosha’s largest car show, the Classic Cruise-In, which was a yearlong project for him. He was very proud of how large the cruise-in had grown in his hometown over the last twelve years. Tony worked for Tri Clover of Ladish Company his whole life, until they closed. He then moved to Virginia for one year to help with the start up of a new company. Upon moving back to Kenosha, he retired and enjoyed his retirement with his wife. Tony also enjoyed spending time going out to dinner with friends and family.He is survived by his children, Anthony (Karla) Pontillo, Scott (Nattharika) Pontillo, Sherry Gedgaudas-Pontillo; stepchildren, John (Renee) Piehl and Mike Piehl; Siblings, Sandra (Wayne) Loppnow and Jim Pontillo; grandchildren, Tyler Pontillo, Kaitlyn Larrow, Megan Fritz, Tanner McDonald, Elias Pontillo, Salomon Pontillo, Jada Pontillo, Owl Piehl, and Vanessa Piehl and many other family and friends.A memorial visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Proko Funeral Home 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Interment will be private. Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Tony’sOnline Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Tim Christianson July 22, 2024
tony and i were great friends for many of years. we work at tri-clover on turret lathes. i was # 52 Gisholt and he was # 45 Swasey. in the early years are families were close often going to each others houses for dinner, we had a lot of fun together. I will miss him.
Kelly Howard July 10, 2024
So Glad to have been a part of your circle for the past 10 years. You were truly a great MAN. And a sweet friend to me Tony . I will miss YOU. SO SO MUCH. The car show will NEVER. BE THE SAME !!! R I P. My dear friend....enjoy your time with Donna 💓☺️☺️☺️. Till we meet again 💜💜💜. Kelly. Howard
Rocke Calvelli July 4, 2024
Diane & Rocke Calvelli We first met Tony after he married cousin Donna. We got together once maybe twice a year for family events with Italian food, laughs, sharing family history and celebration. These occasions allowed us to witness the strong bond between Donna and Tony. The interactions and facial expressions were nothing but love for each other. It’s a sad time with Tony’s passing but my gut says they are together happier than ever and doing the Tarantella. Our condolences go out to John, Mike and all of Tony‘s family.
Joyce & Ozzie Sorensen July 2, 2024
We will surely miss you friend, the stories, the strawberries and of course your pineapple upside down cakes. We enjoyed our years with you and Donna