Anthony P. Albano
June 26, 1955 -
May 2, 2024
Anthony Paul Albano, age 68, passed away peacefully in New York on May 2, 2024.
Born on June 26, 1955, he was the son of the late Louis F. and Mary C. (Saliture) Albano. He attended and received a degree from The Culinary School of the Arts.
Anthony lived and worked in Kenosha, Madison, Milwaukee and New York. He was a chef in several amazing restaurants in WI, including The Pfister and Maders between 1976 and 1982. Anthony served as Chef and Manager of a food stand in government institutions. He worked in advertising from 1983-1986, then returned to the culinary field. His final role was that of Culinary Educator for visually impaired students until 1998.
Anthony lived in New York for the last 40 years, enjoying the food and music culture of the Big Apple. He loved Broadway Musical Theater, The Grateful Dead and various ethnic foods. Anthony served as a food critic and Culinary Educator. He was a connoisseur of music and talk radio.
Anthony was a very spiritual man and was extremely rich in friendships that lasted a lifetime. His friends spanned the country and once you were connected you were part of his friendship family. This family was a priority for him and this bond was proven when he needed them most.
Anthony is survived by his sister, Karen (Mark) Jambrek and niece, Amy Jambrek.
Anthony is preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Mary Albano; his grandparents, Antonio and Concetta (Amato) Albano and Santo and Clara (Misurelli) Salture as well as many dear relatives and friends.
A special thank you to Marianne, John, Bob, Beamer and Ralph for all of their dedicated efforts.
Service Info
Memorial services honoring Anthony’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at the Piasecki Funeral Home, 3720 39th Avenue, Kenosha.
Inurnment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to Hospice Alliance, 10220 Prairie Ridge Blvd, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 https://www.hospicealliance.org/ or Wisconsin Council of the Blind or Visually Impaired, 754 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, https://wcblind.org/donate/ are appreciated by the family.
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Lenard MarkmanSo sorry to hear of Tony’s passing. He always brought so much joy to all gatherings.! It was a pleasure to room with him my freshman year in college and stay in touch through the many years since! He had 18 people sleeping in our room the first weekend trying to set a new college record! His laugh, his stories, his willingness to help others, his kindness and acceptance of all people will be so very missed. I know he would want us to share and spread great joy, love, and laughter in his nermory! Thanks Tony for all the fun!
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Arthur GalkaI am deeply saddened by the passing of my friend Tony. I knew he was facing end of life issues and regret due to my own health problems I was unable to visit him. We talked on the phone several times and we didn't have a problem discussing the end of his journey. As always he was of good humor and upbeat. This man, Tony Albano, was one of those rare people you meet during your lifetime but only if you get very very lucky. I got lucky. Very lucky. We always laughed when we "hung out". If you knew him you knew Tony was always upbeat and optimistic. Not something you can say about most people. He had obstacles in his life, that aside from this last one, he was able to overcome and keep smiling and laughing. I'm grateful for the friends he had that was closest to him. He cherished all of you. He was so lucky to have you throughout his life and nearby at the end. I may not be the right person to thank you all for friendship and love you gave him but I will. Thank you all. I will miss him deeply. I am sending his family and friends all my love and sympathy. He is gone too soon. Good bye my friend.
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Lori 'Beeps' WrightMy sympathy to Tony's family and friends. Tony was a kind soul and I've always thought the world of him. Rest in peace, you are already greatly missed.
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Murton C EdelsteinIt was a great honor to know Tony. I remember talking to him about Wisconsin, from where my Dad was, and some family members still are, from. Tony was a kind and generous friend, and I always enjoyed seeing and visiting with him. He will be sorely missed, and my deepest condolences to his family and all the many dear friends he had.
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Joan Maurer Maurer-HansenTony was a very special person. He had a heart of gold and was a true friend no matter time or distance. He will be Missed.
