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WARREN -- Atty. Anthony M. "Tony" Natale, 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, Sept. 10, 2026, with his loving son and those who cared for him by his side.
Tony was born Nov. 17, 1944, in Warren, the son of Joseph and Flora Orlando Natale, and was a lifelong area resident.
He was a 1962 graduate of St. Mary High School and graduated from John Carroll University in 1966 with a Bachelor of Science degree in economics. Tony continued his education at John Marshall Law School, which later became Cleveland State University, where he earned his Juris Doctor degree.
Tony was admitted to the Bar in 1975, and began his legal career working at Legal Aid. He later became a magistrate, a position he held for more than 30 years with the Trumbull County Family Court before his retirement.
Tony was the true patriarch of his family and cherished the time he spent with those he loved. He especially looked forward to his trips to Florida to visit his granddaughter and take part in all of her activities. His family was his greatest joy and source of pride.
He was a member of St. James Church, the Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree, the Trumbull County Bar Association, and the Trumbull County Country Club, where he was a member for many years. He was also one of the founding parents of the Warren McKinley Little League Baseball Association.
Tony had many passions throughout his life. He absolutely loved playing golf and driving his Ford Mustang. He took great pride in his home and enjoyed working in his yard, keeping it meticulously manicured. He was a devoted supporter of John F. Kennedy High School and its sports programs, as well as being a huge Notre Dame and Cleveland Browns fan.
His wife, the former Barbara E. "Barb" Grgurich Natale, with whom he shared more than 49 years of blessed marriage, passed away on June 18, 2017.
Tony leaves behind to cherish his precious memory his son, Anthony J. (fiancee, Jennifer Dennison), Natale of Warren; his beloved granddaughter, Emily Miller of Maryland; his son-in-law, Scott Miller of Florida; and his sister, Janice (Michael) Trombello of Texas, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Besides his parents and wife, Tony was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, MaryBeth Miller.
Family and friends may visit and pay tribute to Tony from 5 to 7p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, at Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel, 1884 North Road NE, Warren. In keeping with Tony's passions and personality, family and friends are welcome to wear Notre Dame, Cleveland Browns, or their favorite golf attire.
A private funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish - St. James Church, Warren, followed by private burial in All Souls Cemetery, Bazetta.
Tony's family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the entire staff of Continuing Health Care of Niles for the care, compassion and friendship they showed him over the years.
Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to view this obituary and send condolences to Tony's family.
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