Mr. Anthony R. Danca, age 78, passed away at his home in Medford, Sunday, following a lengthy illness. He was a Medford resident for almost fifty years. Born in Woburn he was the son of the late Joseph and Rose (Rizza) Danca. He was the the beloved husband of 57 years to Iola M. (Giansanti) Danca. Mr. Danca was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII serving from 1943 to 1946. Mr. Danca was a retired printer and was the part owner of the Moody & Regan Printing Co. of Waltham. He was a handyman and enjoyed woodworking. He was a past member of the Medford Moose and Medford ITAM Club. It has been requested that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Anthony´s memory to the VNA of Middlesex East & Visiting Nurse Hospice, 607 North Ave, suite 17, Wakefield, MA 01880.
In addition to his beloved wife Iola, Mr. Danca is survived by two daughters, Patricia Danca of Attleboro and Brenda Danca of Medford. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Nelson of Winchester. Mr. Danca is preceded in death by two sisters, Grayce Loycano and Rose Vella, three brothers, Roy, Joseph and Salvatore Danca.
A funeral service will be conducted in the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St. Medford, Thursday at 11 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Wednesday 4 thru 8. Interment Private.