Anthony "Tony" DeCaria
July 16, 1951 ~ October 16, 2026
Born in:
Steubenville, Ohio
Resided in:
Pittsburgh, PA
Anthony “Tony” DeCaria, 75, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, passed away in comfort and at peace after a brief battle with lymphoma on Friday, October 16, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Steubenville, OH on July 16, 1951, Tony was a devoted husband, father, Nonno, and friend. He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary Lynn Colabrese; his children, Dan (Bridget) and Maria Jordan (Noah); his grandchildren, Mia, Rosie, Sam, Henry, and Lily; his brothers, Frank and Vince (Marsha); and many loving cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fortunato and Virginia DeCaria, and his twin sister, Theresa DeCaria.
Tony was a kind, patient, and gentle man who found his greatest happiness in the simple joys of life, especially time spent with family. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he was a constant source of love, encouragement, and quiet wisdom. He cherished family gatherings, holidays, traditions, and took particular joy in watching his children and grandchildren grow.
A lifelong learner with a remarkable intellect and curiosity, Tony earned two master’s degrees and enjoyed a career in software engineering. His interests ranged from science and history to mythology and music, and he especially loved playing the guitar. Despite his many talents and accomplishments, he remained humble, easygoing, and quick to laugh. Guided by his belief that happiness comes from appreciating what you have and showing kindness to others, Tony leaves a lasting legacy of love, gratitude, and his familiar parting words, “Keep Smilin’.”
Friends and family will be received on Sunday from 3 PM to 7 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 AM on Monday at Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church 229 California Avenue Weirton, WV.
Fr. Dennis R. Schuelkens Jr. will preside.
He will be laid to rest next to his twin sister Theresa at Saint Paul’s Cemetery in Weirton.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Lymphoma Research Foundation. lymphoma.org
Share tributes and memories with Tony’s family at www.grecohertnick.com
Services
Visitation: October 18, 2026 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
https://www.grecohertnick.com
Mass of Christian Burial: October 19, 2026 10:00 am
Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church
229 California Avenue
Weirton, WV 26062
304-723-2054
Domenico & Gina Di Bacco and family
For 50 years, Tony has been a kind and loving brother-in-law to me. He pointed out the most happy and beautiful scenarios, appreciating the simple and the profound in good vibrations.
Remembering his smile and a multitude of memories with love.
May he rest in peace.
Oh, my, Mary Lynn, and the kids. I wish I could help the hurt right now, but all I can do is to let you know that I am thinking of all of you right now. My condolences, Bob.
To the entire Decaria. Please know that our thought and prayers are with you at this time. Tony(slim). Was a wonderful
Classmate and friend. Always a smile on his face. We were so blessed to have know him and especially to be able to visit with him at our last reunion. We pray God will
Hold you close to His heart and consul
At this difficult time. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful
Departed rest in peace. Amen