Anthony "Tony" Pampena
March 27, 2026

Anthony “Tony” Pampena, age 87, passed away Friday March 27, 2026 in Jacksonville, Florida. Tony was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1938 to Mary and Marcello Pampena.

Tony loved spending time with his family. In his younger years, he enjoyed fishing on his boat that he cleverly named Y-Not. He enjoyed tending to his garden and hunting. He also loved spaghetti and meatballs, solving puzzle games like sudoku, and telling riddles. He had a sharp sense of humor and could make anyone around him laugh.

Tony held many jobs throughout his life, his earliest manually resetting pins at a bowling alley. He was extremely smart, great with numbers, and had a wonderful work ethic. He was a very talented craftsman who could build or fix almost anything. 

Tony is survived by his wife Joanne of 68 years, whom he met when he was 15 and they shared a marriage full of laughter and love. They frequently cited a sense of humor as the key to their happy marriage. 

He is also survived by his 4 children, Lynn (Bill), David (Jane), Brenda (Mike), and Dennis; his grandsons, Mike, Ben, Jason, Ethan, Billy, and Kyle; his granddaughter Marissa; his brother Joe (Katie); and many nieces and nephews. 

Everyone who knew Tony knew that he was the most loving and devoted father and husband a family could ask for. He was quick witted and always made others laugh. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. 

Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Ave, Shadyside, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 12 Noon. Visitation one hour prior to services (11 am - 12 pm). Interment Temple Ohav Shalom Memorial Garden.

Donations or tributes in lieu of flowers may be made to Temple Ohav Shalom (https://www.templeohavshalom.org/donations.html) or the National Kidney Foundation (https://support.kidney.org/). The family is tremendously grateful for the outpouring of love and support. Donations may be made to help the family with funeral expenses and ongoing support during this difficult time.

Tony is now at peace, but will live on forever in our hearts. We love you so much. Rest in peace.

Condolences

Dear Joanne and family, My sincere and deepest sympathy on the passing of Tony. May his memory be a Blessing!

Dear Joanne & family, please accept my deepest condolences. May Tony's memory be a blessing.

We send our deepest sympathies and wishes for your peace.

Brenda, we are so sorry for your loss. Your dear father was clearly a role model and pillar of his family. May his legacy live on and bring you comfort in the days ahead. We send our love.