Anthony Joseph Carbone passed away at his home in Melrose on July 6, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. He was 92 years of age. Anthony was born in Boston on June 8, 1923, was raised in the North End of Boston and graduated from English High School. Mr. Carbone served his country with pride during WWII in the US Army. He was a Disabled American Veteran who served in Rhineland, Ardennes, Central Europe and participated in the Battle of the Bulge. Anthony worked as a mechanic at American Airlines for 43 years and was instrumental in starting the workers union. He also served as president of the union for many years. After marrying his love of his life Ann he moved to Melrose in 1974 and has been a resident ever since. Anthony was affectionately known as "Uncle Nunnie" to his wonderful family. He was a member of the Norman Prince VFW in Melrose, was a life member of the DAV, a member of the 75th Division Veterans Association and a member of the 3 Diamond Society American Airlines Northeast Vanguard. Above all his family was most important to him and he was always there for any family member or friend in need. Anthony was the beloved husband of 40 years to Ann L. (Dunn) Carbone. Devoted father of Deborah Jensen & her husband Peter of Boxford, Kenneth Dykens of Worcester, Penny LoConte & her husband Paul of Bradford and the late Sherre Sudano. Cherished grandfather of Jonathan, Tiffany & Jason Jensen, Olivia & Toniann LoConte and the late Joshua Jensen. Cherished great grandfather of Alexis Bardell. Caring brother of Margaret Antonelli of N. Andover and the late Louise Benenati & Blanche Swinney. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be held at the Gately Funeral Home 79 W. Foster St. Melrose on Thursday, July 9th from 4:00-8:00PM. Funeral from the Gately Funeral Home on Friday morning at 8:45AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary's, Herbert St. Melrose at 10:00 AM. Relatives & friends are respectfully invited to attend. Interment with military honors at Wyoming Cemetery in Melrose. Memorial contributions may be made in Anthony's name to the Melrose Veterans Relief Fund, c/o City of Melrose, Attn. Veterans Office, 562 Main St. Melrose, MA 02176.