Anthony Joel Gioia Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at the age of 67. Beloved husband of Dawn Gioia (nee: Cissell) for 17 years; dear son of the late Charles Sr. and Patricia Gioia; dear brother of Charles Gioia Jr. (Roxie), Denise Gioia, John Gioia and the late Michele Gioia-Campbell (survived by John ); dear son-in-law, brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend.
Tony was an avid hunter and outdoorsman who truly cherished his relationships with family and friends. His love of food and cooking led to a long career in the restaurant business in St. Louis. Tony’s outgoing personality and genuine sense of humor impacted many and will be deeply missed.
Services: Funeral at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Road Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 11am. Concludes at funeral home. Visitation Monday, December 1, 4-8pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the American Liver Foundation liverfoundation.org appreciated.
Rest well, Tony. Tell your sister, Michele, she is still missed by many of us. Sad to hear of your passing, but one day we’ll all have one heck of a reunion. Until then…,God rest your soul and bless your wife & wonderful Gioia family. Mo Karas & Kevin Cass
The Big T, gone too soon, like a brother to me, one of my best friends. See you soon brother!
Dawn and family,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. As I know words of sympathy cannot take the pain away. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony will be dearly missed by many. His friends appreciated his wit and humor. He was the life of the party, and had a memory that never quit, and most of us would love to have. He was always happy and his happiness was infectious!
We have knownTony for a long time and really will miss him. We have enjoyed years of his humor and one liners. He always made us laugh. Tony and Dawn didn’t get to spend enough years together but the ones they had were filled with adventures. Rest in peace our friend and we will miss our buddy. Tom and Lorraine Burroughs
So very sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed the times I got to talk with Tony
Gonna miss you uncle Tony – you were a wonderful guy!
Dawny so sorry to hear this about Tony☹️😞🙏Praying for u and your family 🙏🙏🙏🙏 He reminded me so much of my brother😞I truly loved him😞I have the best memories of Tony and the gang always at the bar❤️❤️❤️❤️Love you Dawny 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 Love Pam
Tony, St Patrick’s Day in Dogtown won’t be the same without you. I enjoyed the many years on your stoop . You were always so kind and friendly to us
May you rest in peace
Tony was larger than life and he was so funny. He made everyone feel comfortable with his jokes and wit! I’m so sorry for your family’s loss…he will leave a very large hole for sure.
I am sorry to see that Tony passed he was a good friend for many years