Anthony Carmine Zangari

Anthony “Tony “ Zangari, 90, of Denver, CO, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026 after courageously battling Parkinson’s disease. He was surrounded by his close family until the end.

Tony’s strong family roots kept him close to North Denver, where he worked multiple jobs, including Karmen Western Wear, Inc. and Martin Marietta. At Martin Marietta, he was employed as a welder, where he would solder the wiring connections used on military rockets. It was in May 1963 when Tony landed a position with the City and County of Denver in the sanitation department. He started out as a laborer, was promoted to a truck driver position, and then became a supervisor of the Transfer Station. Tony was known as a fair leader, and his employees praised him for never judging people by the color of their skin. He was extremely loyal and had a lengthy 36-year career until his retirement in 1998.

Above all else, Tony’s greatest pride and joy was his family. He was a devoted husband, son, brother, father, uncle, and doting papa to seven beloved grandchildren: Samantha, Brandon, Topher, Kaylee, Taylor, Tyler, Jaelyn, and his three great-grandchildren, Layla, Callie, and Ezekiel. They brought endless joy and happiness to his life, and he cherished every moment spent with them.

Physicists know that energy cannot be created or destroyed, and this remains true with Tony. We know he will continue to exist through all the lives he touched and the things he created. We know he will be watching Bronco’s games on Sundays, completing his crosswords over breakfast, and fishing for golden bass on a calm lake in Walden. He will be forever remembered, deeply missed, and always in our hearts.