Anthony Silva Tareco, 97, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, died peacefully in his home on Thursday, January 29, 2015 in San Tan Valley, AZ. Born on April 13, 1917 in Lowell, MA, he was the son of the late John and Romana (Gardino) Tareco. Mr. Tareco was predeceased by his loving wife of fifty-eight years, Frances R. (Defranco) Tareco. They were married on November 23, 1944 at St. Joesph's Church in Niagara Falls, NY.

Mr Tareco attended local schools in Lowell, MA and enlisted in the US Army in October 1940-1944. He served in the 28th Infantry during WWII. Mr. Tareco was employed at Chisholm-Ryder and American Terrazzo. He also worked for many wonderful families over his 90 years, all of whom he held near and dear till the day he died. His life was his work and his family and friends. He was loved and respected by everyone he touched.

Mr. Tareco is survived by three children, Gerald (Anne) Tareco of Las Vegas, NV, Patricia (Edwin) Geist of Sun Tan Valley, AZ and Vincenette Gutcher- LaRose of Thorold, Ontario; six grandchildren, James Tareco, Elizabeth Kruise, Jennifer Hudson, Michelle LePine, Rosanna Patterson and Nina Marrone; thirteen great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Tareco was predeceased by three sisters, Beatrice (late Jesse) Costa, Mary (late Bruno) Boronskis, Hazel Tareco; and three brothers, Joseph, John and Manuel Tareco.

Anthony's family will receive friends on Saturday June 27th from 9:30 am until 10:00 am at Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Parish at St. Joseph's Church 1413 Pine Ave. Niagara Falls, NY where a Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 am and conclude with Military Honors. Private entombment will be held in St. Joseph's Cemetery Niagara Falls, NY.