Anthony “Tony” Joseph Bruno

– IN MEMORY OF –

Anthony “Tony” Joseph Bruno

1935 – 2024

We announce the death of an outstanding Knight of Columbus, Anthony “Tony” Joseph Bruno. Tony, 89, passed away on July 2, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

Tony was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Crown Point, IN, serving as an usher and on the Rescue Project.

He transferred into Cardinal Stritch Council #4620 from the Knights of Columbus Council at St. Peter & Paul Church in Merrillville, IN.  Although he was new to our council, Tony was well liked by those who met him and was very eager to help in all of Cardinal Stritch activities he could. He was also a fourth degree Knight of Columbus with the Abraham Lincoln Assembly.

In addition to serving in the Navy, he was President of MAGIC in Dallas, owned several companies, and was the top speaker in the Staffing and Recruiting Profession internationally for over 30 years. His training continues to have a positive impact on the audiences he addressed. He was inducted into the NAPS Hall of Fame.

He is a member of the Indiana Harbor Mason Lodge, Southlake and Orak Shrine Clubs.

Tony was a proud old school Italian who loved a good homemade Italian meal, passing down Italian traditions and respect to his grandchildren, and listening to Andre Bochelli. His talents were endless including his hobbies of golf, model trains, boats, gardening, dancing the jitter bug or his impromptu dances with the love of his life, Barb. There was nothing Tony could not build or fix, and he was always willing to help. He was known for his often inappropriate but loved stories and jokes. 

He is survived by his wife and family: Jodi Svetich (Jim), Nancy Phillips (Jerry), Gina Paris (Greg), Joe Bruno (Donna), and Jennifer Wheatley; eleven grandchildren: Carson Svetich, Jack Svetich, Jayden Phillips, Tyler Phillips, Alex Bruno, Andrew Bruno, Nick Wheatley, Marisa Paris, Lea Paris, Kaylin Contestabile, Amanda Wheatley; and two great-grandchildren: Madi Morrow and Thea Contestabile.

Please remember Tony’s family and friends in your prayers.

To view and/or sign Tony’s guestbook please visit www.burnsfuneral.com.