Anthony J. “Tony” Contrino, age 85

of Quincy

Anthony J. “Tony” Contrino, age 85

Anthony J. “Tony” Contrino age 85, a longtime resident of Quincy and Bonita Springs, Fla., died peacefully, Thursday, May 7, 2026 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Anthony was born in Quincy, to the late Vincent and Mary (Attardo) Contrino. Raised and educated there, he was a graduate of Archbishop Williams High School, Class of 1959.

As a young man, Tony worked for the Bethlehem Steel Company as a welder at the former Fore River Shipyard in Quincy. He also worked at several other area shipyards, including in South Boston. After receiving his teaching credentials, he taught at Quincy High School and later at East Boston Trade School for several years.

In the mid-1970’s Tony became the coordinator for the apprentice program for Local 7 which he ran for many years, as well as being an ironworker, retiring in 1998.

Tony proudly served in the Massachusetts National Guard during the early 1960s.

He was an avid reader and a longtime member of the Adams Heights Men’s Club in Quincy.

Tony thoroughly enjoyed his twenty-eight years living in Bonita Springs, Florida, where he made many friendships. He played in a senior softball league and especially loved the sun and the beach.

Most of all, Tony was devoted to his family, relished family gatherings and supporting his grandchildren.

Devoted father of Michael V. Contrino and his wife Nancy of Chandler, Arizona, Matthew W. Contrino and his wife Debbie of Barnstable, and Daniel A. Contrino and his wife Marin of Plymouth.

Loving grandfather of Rayanne, Anya, Angus, Morgan, Ronan, Sloane, Nora, Sebastian, and Cecily Contrino.

Dear brother of Louis V. Contrino and his wife Carol of Quincy, Frances M. “Frannie” Foy of Quincy and her late husband C. Robert, Vincent Contrino, Jr. and his wife Mary of Quincy, Laurence R. Contrino and his wife Gini of Foxboro, John P. Contrino and his wife Kristina of Glocester, Rhode Island.

Longtime companion of Marie Kennedy of Quincy. Tony is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

Visiting Hours will be held at the Sweeney Brothers Home for Funerals, 1 Independence Avenue, Quincy, on Thursday, May 14, from 4 – 7 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. At the request of Tony’s family, funeral services and interment will take place privately.

For those who wish, donations in Tony’s memory may be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168 or www.dana-farber.org.

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  • Rest well my dear friend 🧡.

  • Rest in peace my longtime friend and mentor you
    Were always there for me. See you in the next world

  • Rest in peace Tony

  • Mr. Contrino,
    Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the MARNG during the Cold War. Millions of Americans slept safe at night because you and your fellow Servicemen stood ready to defend our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

  • He loved us and we loved him.

  • Saddened by the news. Rest in peace old friend.

  • REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND

  • To the Contrino family, sorry for your loss of Tony. I have some quality memories of Tony at the Bradford Street playground back in the 50s. I can remember razzing each other playfully back then. He always had a big smile on his face. He will be remembered in my nightly prayers. God bless to all. Sorry I cannot be with you Wednesday as I am out of state.

  • I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Tony, a great man he was! Thinking of you Marie and his family RIP Tony

  • To the Contrino Family,

    I am so very sorry to hear about Tony’s passing, he was always so full of life and laughter! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • rip Tony will miss you buddy..lots of great memories, Sal

  • Tony
    You are a true friend and brother ironworker for many years. To your family Tony is 1 of a kind. I’m so sorry for your loss.
    Charlie New

  • They certainly don’t make em like they use to. RIP.