Antonio J. "Tiney" Abitabile Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Antonio J. "Tiney" Abitabile 93, a lifelong resident of Hudson, died Sunday May 1, 2016 at The Firemen's Home, Hudson, NY. Born February 24, 1923, he was the son of the late Filippo and Francesca (Gentile) Abitabile. Tiney attended Hudson High School and proudly served his country as a Military Policeman with the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII and in the European Theatre where he was wounded. He was later employed with Fosters Refrigeration for many years, was the Maintenance Director at the Columbia County Courthouse and supervised the Parking Meter Maintenance for the City of Hudson. He was a member of the Hudson Elks Lodge #787, American Legion, V.F.W. Post #1314, and was a Life Member of Washington Hose Fire Co. Tiney was also a proud and active member of the Columbia County Sons and Daughters of Italy. He was a loving husband, father, grand and great-grandfather devoted to his family and in keeping his family traditions alive. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Mary J. (Russo) Abitabile in 2014, and by one brother, Paul Abitabile, and one sister, Julia Gallo. Tiney is survived by 2 sons and their wives: Philip (Christine) Abitabile, Francis (Renee) Abitabile, all of Hudson; 2 sisters: Mary Novak and Rose (William) Quigley; Grandchildren: Antonio (Meghan) Abitabile, Kayla and Alyssa Abitabile, Sarah Farnam, Brett Farnam, Jenny (Joseph) Neuhoff; and Great-grandchildren: Gavin Philip Abitabile, Ellis Carolyn Abitabile, Quinn Darcy Neuhoff, Amelia Farnam and Ian Farnam; as well as several nieces and nephews – and especially Michael Sandagato who visited him daily at the Firemen’s Home. The significance of Tiney’s life cannot be expressed within this obituary, but his grandson and namesake, Antonio Abitabile, has succeeded in the writing of an appropriate summation – he writes: “I have learned what it takes to be called “Tiney” and how difficult it will be to follow in his footsteps. To think of how little he has come from and the sacrifice and determination that he made is truly astonishing. He made it his life’s work to make sure others will not have to go without, even if it meant that he did. Words cannot describe how much I loved seeing him sit back with a half grin on his face and absorb everyone else’s enjoyment with such a distinguished look of satisfaction. He taught me about virtue and how the greatest reward comes to those who work the hardest for it. The amazing part is that he expected so little in return. His patience and understanding had no limit. My own father followed in his footsteps and I hope that someday I can carry the pride and traditions that have made this family different from others, and that my son will follow in mine.” Calling hours will be Tuesday May 3, 2016 from 4 – 7 PM at the Sacco-McDonald-Valenti funeral home, 700 Town Hall Drive, Hudson, NY 12534. American Legion and V.F.W. will offer services at 6PM. Prayers will begin Wednesday morning 9:00 AM at the funeral home and a Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at 10:00 AM at the Church of St. Joseph, 2824 Atlantic Ave. Stottville, NY with Fr. George Flemming officiating. Burial will follow at Cedar Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Tiney’s memory to Columbia County Sons & Daughters of Italy, Senior Awards Fund, 27 Bridge Street, Hudson, NY 12534. To leave online condolences visit: www.saccomcdonaldvalenti.com

Antonio J. "Tiney" Abitabile

February 24, 1923 - May 1, 2016