Obituary of Anthony Danko

Anthony "Tony" Danko age 89 of Somers, New York where he lived for over 54 years passed away peacefully in his home on June 3, 2024 surrounded by his family.

Tony was born on June 4, 1934 in Mt. Pleasant, NY to parents Stephen and Catherine Danko.

Tony served as a Specialist Third Class, Airborne Battle Group in the United States Army from 1955 to 1958.

Tony married Mary Jane McGrath on July 16, 1960 and they moved to Somers in 1970 where they purchased their home and raised their six children and continued to live there for over 50 years creating many memories for the their children and grandchildren.

Tony owned and operated Danko Tree Service for well over 50 years and was a skilled and talented tree man.

Tony loved to play golf, hunt and fish.  His sons and grandsons did not fall from the tree.

Tony is survived by his six children: John Danko (Kate), Martin Danko (Christina), Stephen Danko (Marie), Kevin Danko, Jeanne Marie "Mimi" Frey (Doug), and Michael Danko; four wonderful Grandchildren: Stephen, Joseph, Alexandra, and Jordan; and several nieces and nephews.

Tony is predeceased by his wonderful wife of over 60 years Mary Jane "Jeannie" Danko; his five brothers: Joe, Danny, Emil, Paul, and Steve; his four sisters: Mary, Kay, Amy, and Helen; and Daughter In Law Maria Porta.

Our Dad made an everlasting impression on our lives and all who knew him

Go Rest high on that mountain Dad your work on earth is done.

Even though the years drift away, thank you for giving us life and thank you for being our Dad..

Rest easy until we meet again.

His family will receive friends at Clark Associates Funeral Home on

Thursday, June6 from 4-8 pm

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St.Joseph's RC Church,95 Plum Brook Road, Somers, NY 10589

on Friday, June 7 at 10:00am

Interment will be private

In Lieu of Flowers a contribution can be made to:Guardian Revival

A not-for-profit organization that improves the mental health and wellbeing of military and first responders and their families guardianrevival.org