Obituary of Anthony J. Vallone Jr.

Beloved Husband and Father Anthony J. Vallone Jr., M.D., age 72, of Fairfield, beloved husband of Barbara Shaw Vallone, died peacefully on Friday September 2, 2011 in CT Hospice Branford, with his family by his side. Born in Bridgeport on June 10, 1939, he was the son of the late Anthony J. Vallone Sr., and Dorothy Ruffo Vallone. He was a graduate of Fairfield College Preparatory School, Fairfield University, Creighton University Medical School and the Brooklyn Eye & Ear Hospital. Dr. Vallone was a practicing Otorhinolaryngologist in the Bridgeport area for over 40 years. He was on staff at St. Vincents Medical Center, The Kennedy Center and later Chairman of the Faifield County Medical Association Medical Care Evaluation Committee. He was introduced to jazz in his early teens and saw many of the great jazz legends. He often referred to himself as a Jazzaholic. A great Sinatra fan, he would travel all over the country to hear him perform. Tony loved and lived life to its fullest. He especially enjoyed a round of golf and a good cigar with friends. However, the most special times were those spent with his family. In addition to his beloved wife of 31 years, Barbara, survivors include his cherished daughter, Laura Barone and her husband Michael of Bronx, NY, his bother-in law John Corsano of Fairfield, niece Kim DePiano and her husband Carl of Atlanta, nephew John Corsano and his wife Karen of Orange and their families. He was also predeceased by his sister, Lorraine Vallone Corsano. Funeral Information Relatives and friends can greet the family on Tuesday September 6, 2011 from 4-8 p.m. at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rd., Trumbull. A service celebrating Dr. Vallone's life will take place on Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. in the funeral home. Friends and family are invited to share their special memories. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. Donations Information In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the CT Hospice Inc, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford CT 06405