Sal Anthony Murillo, 60, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2023.Sal is survived by his daughter, Tiffany Comunale (Tim Comunale) and grandchildren, Alexandra 9, Timmy 7, Alyssa 6 (They loved their “G-Daddy” and “T”) and his grand–doggie, Arnie Palmie.
He is also survived by his sisters, Connie Williams (Charles), Stephanie Reyes (Andre), Mercy Sands, Mary Vera, Susan Johnson, Yolanda Piseno, Barbara Vera preceded in death by his sister, Diana Vera and his parents, Conception and Fernando Murillo.
Sal worked for American Airlines and worked in The Club and enjoyed meeting the stars and many prominent people. He didn’t need “things” and lived a very minimalist life. He never complained even up to his last days. Sal never wanted to be a burden and was agreeable, kind, and loved to laugh. His laugh was one of the most memorable things about him. Simple, kind and gentle. He would give his daughter and grandkids the world if he could.
He had a great love for animals and any living thing. He would take the smallest bug and put him outside, making sure they were okay and had a good home. T took great care of Arnie: walks in the park, took him out several times a day, loved giving him treats and feeding him lots of food.
He loved life and celebrating. He loved his family and friends. Sal had a passion for good food. He loved researching recipes and new ideas for meals and trying new things. He thoroughly enjoyed going to the bakery and picking up fresh bread, going to the Farmers Market for fresh vegetables and loved good coffee. He loved dining out and eating at restaurants.
Sal was born in Kansas City, KS and really enjoyed living in San Francisco & New York City for many years. He spent the last 4 years in South Florida. He really admired beaches, water & nature.
Sal was very spontaneous & loved to travel. He would jump on a plane to visit his daughter & grandkids in Florida on a day’s notice. He wanted to visit Israel for New Year’s Eve, so he did. He traveled all over the world, loved to visit new places and explore.
When he lived in New York, he would fly down to help Tiffany with her many house projects. He was a skilled organizer and loved building things, organizing, hanging pictures, etc.
Funny Memories: Everyone used to always think he and his daughter were brother & sister or boyfriend because he looked so young and vibrant.
Tiffany’s Favorite Memories:
Bart, the turtle he bought for me
Bike riding across the Golden Gate Bridge
Roller blading in Central Park
Taking a cruise to the Bahamas and Mexico
Dining out at restaurants
Eating dinner together
House Projects
Just hanging out at the house
The way he treated me. Always made me feel loved.
Alexandra’s Memory: When T would come from New York every few weeks, he would bring us cookies every time.
Timmy’s Memory: T would always bring chips for us to snack on.
Alyssa’s Memory: Loved T’s hugs and how he loved Arnie.
Aunt Stephanie said my dad said this quote, “I’ve lived a good life. I got to travel to 4 countries, I had great parents with a wonderful family. I’ve met so many people. I have some great friends. I have a daughter who I am proud of.” He couldn’t be happier about his G-babies. About that time Alexandra was playing a song on the piano. He said at first when she was learning it drove me crazy to hear her play. Now I love to hear. We both laughed.
May you rest in peace.
Visitation will be held 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, January 20, 2023, at St. Therese Catholic Church 7207 NW Highway 9, Kansas City, MO 64152. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:00 a.m. Saturday at St. Therese, with Fr. Randy Sly presiding. Interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery, Kansas City, MO. Pallbearers: Tim Comunale, Charles Williams, Sr., Andre Reyes, Jr., Antonio Reyes, Christopher Williams and Ronald Muniz.
Memorial contributions are suggested to 4kids.us Memories of Sal Anthony and condolences to the family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com
Tiffany and family, dearest cousins. I was so sorry to hear about Sal’s passing. I always enjoyed my older cousin Sal. I thought he was just the “coolest guy” growing up. It was always lovely to see him when he would visit KC. I just know he was thrilled to see my tia and tio again. May my dear cousin rest in peace and may your memories of him, give you comfort. Love to you all.
Condolences to all family members in their time of sorrow.
My heart goes out to all of you during this difficult time. Sal was my cousin I stayed in touch with through the years. Sal was such a kind soul… He will be greatly missed. I will miss his messages and his beautiful smile.
Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss.
May he Rest in Peace celebrating eternal life with Connie and Fernando.
Condolences to the entire family during this time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
My deepest condolences to family and friends. Toney was a wonderful person and will be missed by all who knew him
Toney, was my partner and best friend for almost 30 years. We met in the early 90’s and were together ever since. We lived in California until 94, when we moved to New York City, where we lived until 2019. Then, we relocated to south Florida. We loved going out on the boat, drinking margaritas, singing and dancing. We were fortunate enough to travel and did so frequently, since he worked at the airlines. We experienced many things in our lives together. I’m proud to have been the person he decided to spend his life with. I’ll never forget his laughter and his infectious smile. I loved him deeply and will miss him until we are together again.
Jaxx, Jill and Ace, We are proud that you were their daddy.
I will miss my dear friend of 25 years. I have so many memories of visiting Tony and Michael in New York, and in Florida. He shared his recipes with me and we would cook together. We enjoyed many many meals, and happy hours! He loved my pup Bodhi and named her bodhilicious. Such a unique sense of humor he had. Here is now free from suffering. Love and peace, Chris
Toney was such a nice and funny person . He always made me laugh . He was good energy to be around . I grew up with knowing him . Since I was a little girl it was always Michael and Toney together like a package deal . Toney please watch over Michael . He’s going to need all the strength . You will be so missed !
I worked with Sal Anthony at American Airlines in the club at LGA. He always spoke so lovingly about his family. May Sal Anthony rest in peace.
God Bless his family always
My thoughts and prayers go out to the murillo family sorry for your loss toney was a good friend to me I will miss the goodtimes we had with my cousin Mike and my aunt .
My condolences to his family. I never got to meet Sal in person, but I spoke with him several times over the last year and was always amazed at his optimism in the face of all his health challenges. He told me he was thankful for his Arnie because it forced him to get out and walk. He continued to hope for a break-through to the end.
He is an inspiration.
Deepest Sympathies,
Aprille
AA Manager.
It was a joy to work in the presence of Sal Anthony. I will never forget the warmth his smile brought to The Admirals Club each and every day.
May he rest in peace.
Shelby Santana
Premium Guest Services
American Airlines
Sal Anthony it was a pleasure working with you . My last memory was when you and I was working the front desk and you made me laugh so hard when you were critiquing all the woman bad fashion choices. You will truly be missed I was hoping we would have a chance to work together again, that laugh was truly special. SIP my Admirals club laughing buddy.
We were co-workers and friends. I have closure now in saying. ..thank you for sharing laughter, foods, workspace and being part of my life for a short time in the span of our lives . We had fun ! Time does not measure a friend…but spending a good time together does. We connected. . Rest in Peace Toney. As you called me….. “cc”
Sal Anthony it was a pleasure working with you. We had lots good laughts and good times at work. I Remember when you used to pronounce everybody’s name wrong but we couldnt pronounce yours wrong , you would then correct us right away that was the highlight of my days work with you. You was something special you will be dearly missed.
Rest In Paradise Buddy.
Hector. H
AMERICAN AIRLINES
My Condolences to Sal’s family. I worked with Sal a few times over the years & Sal was always professional & definitely positive! I did get to hear Sal laugh. May you Rest In Peace Sal🙏🏼
My condolences to Sal Anthony’s family also! I was very ! sad this afternoon upon hearing of his passing , I worked with Sal Anthony at Lga premium services , I too had more than a couple conversations on his coffee favorites and couldn’t believe he used to ride his bike here sometimes!! He was a pleasure to work thank you Sal Anthony
My deepest condolences to the Murillo family. . It is hard to imagine the Admiral’s Club without Sal Anthony’s smile.. He will be truly missed by us all. — Rest in Peace dear friend.
Audi Lora
Premium Guest Services
Admirals Club
My sympathy and love to Tiffany and all the family. Sal Anthony was an absolute pleasure and a great dedicated employee, whom could always be counted on and was willing to make any adjustment. His gusto for life , travel and fun was amazing. He will be truly missed. It was my honor and privilege to know and work with him.
TIFFANY,
I’m so sorry for the loss of your Dad, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family.
Sincerely,
Molly Maher
To the Murillo family,
We met Toney through Mike Clarke, 35yrs ago, when we all lived in Milpitas, CA.
Mike and Toney were the best neighbors any one could have.
Like anything, things changed.
Mike and Toney moved to NYC, but the closeness never changed.
Our dogs were also friends from Nanook to Ace.
At our gatherings, Toney was the mixologist while Mike was the master chef.
Mike, we are saddened to hear of the passing of your life partner. The love of your life.
Love you always,
The Skellys
To the Murillo family,
We met Toney through Mike Clarke, 35yrs ago, when we all lived in Milpitas, CA.
Mike and Toney were the best neighbors any one could have.
Like anything, things changed.
Mike and Toney moved to NYC, but the closeness never changed.
Our dogs were also friends from Nanook to Ace.
At our gatherings, Toney was the mixologist while Mike was the master chef.
Mike, we are saddened to hear of the passing of your life partner. The love of your life.
Love you always,
The Skellys
My condolences to his sisters and Mike, Ace, and Arnie. Tony and Mike were one of my first NYC friends. Tony and I had tons of laughs and adventures. He will be missed.
My deepest sympathies to his daughter & family. I remember having the best time working alongside Sal Anthony since 2013. Sal always was so optimistic friendly & full of life. He loved to travel & was packed and ready to go every Friday. He traveled with his beloved chihuahuas. He was a beautiful person. May he rest in peace in Heaven. Love, Ivonne
Condolences to Sal Anthony’s family and friends. I’ve only worked with him for a short period of time at LGA Admirals Club but he welcomed to teach me his ways.
My peers have told me many great and funny stories about him and he will surely be missed.
Danica
American Airlines
Tony, or as I always said…….”mike and Tony”. There were a fun loving much loved pair. Mike and I worked together when they moved to New York and we have been close since. I have so many great memories of travels to Hawaii and nights out in New York. Tony was always the life of the party when they would visit me in Connecticut. Tony called me faithfully every year since we met on my birthday to wish me well… we shared birthdays and it was our little joke. It was great the last few months seeing Tony around the keys were we would have drinks and sunsets…. My three daughters, V and I will miss you….RIP
I’m still reeling from this tragic loss. I’ve known Toney for a very long time, just over 3 decades now. I was there from the beginning when Mike first met Tony. We were all roommates in the tiny house that Mike owned in Milpitas. At first i wasn’t sure about Tony because Mike had just broken up with one of my best friend Andrew, Then Tony came into the picture. It took a while to warm up to Tony but soon I grew to like Tony then it turned into one of the best and longest friendships I’ve ever known to this day. I am so bummed that he is gone now. I cried and was heartbroken when I got the news. Rest in peace Toney. You were such a crazy individual but in a cool way. You will be missed.
The ever-cool family member that stood for freedom of choice and expression of the heart. What a neat person to spend time with and enjoy the simple joys in life. A true merit of a kind person, thank you for gracing all our lives, your kindness should only be replicated, rock in peace friend.
WOW, Toney was survived first and foremost by his life partner, best friend and lover, Michael Clarke. It’s so obvious that whoever wrote that, didn’t know him very well and was trying to pretend they knew him. It’s so easy to be a decent human being, sadly enough certain people find it extremely difficult.
My deepest condolences to Michael Clark, Ace, and family. Tony was a ray of sunshine. Just seeing him always made me smile.
I will certainly miss the joy I felt from spending time with you and Mike just hanging out, enjoying life.
Rest In Peace sweet friend.
From the moment I met you, I was enamored by your smile! You always made me feel comfortable, and you were very easy to talk to you. I wish I had the chance to come see you again. Rest in peace dear friend. My condolences and prayers to your family and loved ones.🙏🏼❤️🩹
Condolences 💐 to my dear cousin Michael ~
I know you will miss your life partner and best friend. The memories you created together are irreplaceable. A magical feeling comes into my heart when I think of how much love and joy for living the two of you experienced together.
I will be forever sad I didn’t get the chance to see Toney again. Toney will be deeply missed but never forgotten. 🙏🏼❤️🩹 I love you very much.
As I write this I think about all the years I would think my cousin Michael’s middle name was Toney since that is all I heard about whenever I would visit Aunt Loretta ( Michael’s mom ) it was always Michael &Toney till I noticed another person at our family gatherings which I then welcomed Toney as another cousin.Now as a adult I thankfully got to know and visit Michael & Toney in the keys . I recall Toney not having a good day but still had a great smile . He even surprised my husband and I with drinks while we relaxed and enjoyed the beautiful views . He was truly my cousin’s best friend thru everything and I know that he will be missed ! So please let us all remember him in good times and pray for his life partner, my cousin Michael as well as his family! May his smile always shine bright With sincere Love & Condolences
I am so sorry for the whole family and friends of Sal (Tony). I am so thankful I got to see Tony in December of last year in the Keys. I met Tony some 20+ years ago through my friend Mike Clarke. Tony stayed at our house and my family at his and Mike’s. My daughters got to know Uncle Tony and Uncle Mike very well over the years. Tony will never be forgotten. My wife, Nina, sends her love to all of you as well. Live everyday, life is precious.
Michael,
I am so sorry to hear the loss of your beloved life partner of 30 years. I have such fond memories of our travels together. From hot tubing in Kauai with John Travolta to the killer bee cocktails at Sunshine’s in Nevis. Toney was always smiling and the life of the party. Michael & Toney – always! Love to you my friend.
TIFFANY,
I just found out your father passed. I am deeply sorry. Your Dad was a very cool guy a great man. He loved you very much. My prayers go out to you and your family.