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Santucci, Anthony V. Age 87. Lifelong Chicago Heights resident. A pioneer in South Suburban broadcasting, Tony started WCHI radio station from his Chicago Heights home in 1949 and South Cook Broadcasting Inc. WCGO/WTAS in 1959, serving as President until his retirement. Veteran of WWII U.S. Army/OSS. Graduate of Bloom HS Class of 1943. Husband for 58 years of Catherine (nee Rigoni); Father of Cathy (Chuck) Seely, Terri (Denio) Bolzan, Anthony Santucci, Karen (Joseph) Zarlengo, Steven (Liz Granoff) Santucci, Lisa (Jim) McTaggart, and Vicky (John) Kane; Grandfather of Brittani (Tommy) Moore, Brendan Seely, Michelle and Michael Bolzan, Stephanie Santucci, Dominic, Gianna, Mia, Isabella, and Vincent Zarlengo, Eva, Christopher and Nicholas Santucci, Connor, Alex and Sam McTaggart, Adam Santucci, Taryn and Megan Kane; Great-grandfather of Karsyn and Trey Moore. Brother of the late John, Herman and baby Dominic Santucci. Resting at Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home, 530 W. 14th St (U.S. Rt 30, 3 Blks E. of Western Ave) Chicago Heights on Thursday August 9th from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Funeral Friday 9:15 AM to St. Kieran Church, Chicago Heights. Mass 10:00 AM. Interment Assumption Cemetery, Glenwood. 708 481-9230.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 8, 2012.

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Bernie Tafoya

August 14, 2012

I just learned of Tony's death and wanted to offer my condolences and prayers to the entire Santucci family. I was lucky enough to work weekends for Tony back in the late 1970s and am grateful for that opportunity. God bless you.

April Mendez

August 13, 2012

My thoughts and prayers to you during your time of loss.

Haroon Sheikh

August 12, 2012

My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Charlie Reichert

August 12, 2012

Anthony, My deepest sympathy on your loss.

Stephen Coorlas

August 10, 2012

Dear Steve & Family,

My thoughts and condolences go out to you and your family through this difficult time of loss.

Sincerely,

August 10, 2012

Dear Steve and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you today. May the memories of your Dad bring you peace and solace during this difficult time.

Sincerly,

Alice Garstki

Genell Jennings

August 10, 2012

Dear Steve & Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family as you celebrate your father's life.

Sincerely,

John Nimry

August 10, 2012

Dear Steve & Family,
My prayers and condolences go out to you and your family for your loss.

Sincerely,
John Nimry

August 10, 2012

Steve,

Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May your memories of your dad be a source of inspiration as you move forward.

Sincerely,
Kevin and Elisa Drake

August 10, 2012

Dear Steve and Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Gregory Enos

Tina Tomasino-Wiltz

August 10, 2012

Steve,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family.. God Bless and keep all of you!

Your co-worker, Tina

August 10, 2012

Dear Steve, Liz & Family,
Our prayers and condolences go out to you and your family for your loss. You have our deepest sympathies.

Sincerely,
Melissa Gibson & Jean-Marie Joassin

Rick Doggett

August 10, 2012

Karen,

Your father was a gentleman and one of the nicest people I ever knew.

August 9, 2012

Dear Terri, Denio, Michelle, Michael & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I hope the memories of good times comfort you.
Love, The De Leos

August 9, 2012

It was an honor and privilege to know
Tony. With love and the deepest respect;

Keith Middleton, WCGO Radio.

Stacy Cesta

August 9, 2012

Dear Vicki, Karen and families,
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Our thoughts are with you! Please let us know if we can help in any way!

Love, The Cesta Family

Barb Willis

August 8, 2012

Dear Santucci Family,

I am sorry to hear about your Dad. I have many, many fond memories of him from Pleasant Drive. He will truly be missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this time.

James Michael and Georgianna Victoria Santucci

August 8, 2012

Our deepest condolences to all who were fortunate to have known and loved Tony. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family in this difficult time.

Kim Nicks

August 8, 2012

Tony and Stephanie,

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

August 8, 2012

Vicky:

Sorry on your loss. My prayers and best wishes to you and your family

Rob Maurizi

Sharon & John Baranowski

August 8, 2012

Terri, Denio & Family,

So sorry for your loss. When a loved one leaves us we have but the memories, memories that stay with us forever in our minds and hearts!

Patricia Bolton

August 8, 2012

My condolences and Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your Father. In time, may happy memories replace the sorrow in your hearts today.

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