Anthony F. Pones Sr., 89, of Melrose Park, beloved husband of Mary, nee Sturino; loving father of Anthony Jr. (Judith); devoted grandfather of Anthony III (Sandy), Andrea (Steve) Saviozzi, Judith and John; great-grandfather of Nina Saviozzi; dear brother of Mary Mastro, William (Mary) and the late Peter, Frank, Joseph and Emily; brother-in-law of Carolyn (Larry) Marturana and the late Joseph Sturino, Ida (the late John) Martin, Rose (the late Sam) Castriota and Angeline (the late Quinto) Tomassini; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Tuesday, Oct. 24, 9 a.m. from the Ed Prignano Funeral Home, 1815 W. North Ave. (at Broadway/19th Avenue) Melrose Park to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Entombment Christ the King Garden Mausoleum, Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Monday, 3 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations to Rush Hospice, 1035 Madison St., Oak Park, IL 60302 appreciated. Info: 708-344-0635
