Born May 20, 1940 in Cleveland, Tony passed away peacefully on February 5, 2021, in Palm Coast, Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Beatrice and was the proud father of Anthony Jr. and Michelle Ryan (Brent). He was a loving grandfather to Brady, McKenna, and Gianna Ryan. He is also survived by a brother, Sebastian "Butch" Russo (Jane), and a sister, Charlene Levkanich (Cy), as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Tony owned and operated Euclid Asphalt Paving Company for 35 years in Mentor, Ohio, prior to moving to Florida. He loved his adopted home of Flagler Beach, and the many friends he had there. Tony will be remembered as being active, fun loving, and always having his 4-legged companion, Bella, at his side at the beach.