Tony Riccabona (1941-2016)

Sadly we must report that Tony Riccabona has passed. Tony was a longstanding member of ASMC and was known for his joy of the game, his camaraderie and his infectious smile.

His obituary from the Sentinel:

Anthony "Tony" Riccabona
Jan.30,1941 - Dec. 10, 2016
After a long illness Tony passed away on Saturday, December 10th at Dominican Hospital. Tony was born to Vincent P. Riccabona and Lydia (DalColletto) Riccabona. He had two brothers and one sister.

Tony graduated from Holy Cross High School and was a star athlete in Football, Basketball and Baseball.

After graduating Tony worked at County Bank of Santa Cruz for several years. He left the bank and eventually managed The Grapesteak Restaurant for many years. He then start­ed his own business "Turtle Shells" and traveled all over California selling his wares. Tony started a clothing/ souvenir shop on the Santa Cruz Wharf and Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey. His last shop was in the Capitola Village where he retired.

Tony was an avid golfer and was a member with Seascape Men's Club. A San Francisco Giant, 49ers, and Warrior fan all of his life.

In 2004 he married Lillian Laus Rlccabona and met the Laus Klan. Lillian was the love of his life and they spent their retirement ex­ploring America.

 Tony is survived by his wife, Lil, two sons Tony Jr./Tammy and Vince P/ Alice. Too many grandchildren to count. His broth­ers Vince/Nora and Steve/ Victoria in Idaho and a sis­ter RoseMarie, many neph­ews, nieces and cousins.

Services will be held at
St. Josephs Church in Capitola
on January 30th at 11:00 A.M.
A reception will fol­low at St, Josephs.