DE VIRGILIO, Antonio

Born on October 16, 1966. Passed away February 20, 2026.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Antonio De Virgilio after a long battle aged 59 years.
Son of Rosa and Ernesto (dec.).
Loving husband of Melinda.
Adoring dad of Jasmine & Adam, Jessica & Damien, James & Miranda.
Doting Nonno of Milly, Hunter, Indi & Marcus.

Loved son, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother and friend to many.

Funeral Notice
Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel 6 Ollerton Avenue, MoeView Map
The Funeral Service for Mr. Antonio De Virgilio will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 6 Ollerton Avenue Moe on FRIDAY (March 6th, 2026) commencing at 1:00pm.

The Funeral will leave at the conclusion of the service for the Moe Memorial Park Cemetery. 

 

                            Tony's service will also be livestreamed.

                         To view the livestream, please CLICK HERE.
Tributes
  1. Our thoughts are with the DeVirgilio family at this very difficult time. We are so sorry for you loss and we hope the beautiful memories you have of him before he fell asleep in death will give you comfort to cope now and times ahead. Warm hugs!

    Steve and Ane Gauld February 25, 2026
  2. To all the De Virgilio family, I am so very sorry to hear about Tony’s death. Such a wonderful man and a fantastic role example to his family. He and Melinda invited me to their home on several occasions and made me feel very welcome. I am sending love especially to Melinda, their family, Nona and to all his brothers and sisters especially my connection to the family – Lorenzzo, Vanessa, Leah and Breanna. Taken too young. Love Freda in Geelong.

    Freda Wright February 25, 2026
  3. Our thoughts and sympathy go to all of Tony’s family. Such a wonderful man that adored and loved his family. To my beautiful friend Jess,my heart breaks for you. I know how much you loved and adored your Dad. Life will never be quite the same. To Melinda Jasmine and James,stay united as the beautiful family you all are.
    Hugs and heartfelt sympathy to you all.
    Love and strength to each and everyone of you at this sad time .Love Jane and Michael Walker xxxx

    Jane Walker February 27, 2026
  4. To the most beautiful man we knew.
    Loving, kind and gentle. The many good memories we have will get us through the tough times ahead. Thank you for being such a wonderful role model- and the best brother and brother in- law one could ever ask for xxx

    Charles and Diana

    Diana Wood February 27, 2026
  5. Dear Melinda, Jasmine, Jessica, James and family, I am sorry to hear about the passing of Tony. My thoughts are with all of you at this sad time.

    Rhonda Gamble
    (Former teacher at Albert Street Primary School)

    Rhonda Gamble February 28, 2026
  6. Tony, one of life’s gentlemen, I met you when I was 17 and you advised me to aim higher. I appreciate you.

    Harley Wood February 28, 2026
  7. A kind, gentle, polite, friendly, always smiling gentleman is how I’ll remember Tony.
    Lots of love to your beautiful family.

    Paula Sim (Sherry) March 2, 2026
  8. Will see you again my darling dad in paradise. Love you forever… thank you for being the most wonderful dad us three kids could have asked for. We will look after mum until you come back ♥️

    Jessica March 2, 2026
  9. Dear Melinda I remember meeting you and Tony in my mid 20’s and loved coming up and spending time with you and they were happy times – I will never forget that period in my life.
    Tony will be sadly missed.
    Thanks for always being my friends ❤️

    Sandra (Sereno) Brown March 3, 2026
  10. To the De Virgilio family my sympathy on Tony’s passing.

    I had the pleasure of working with Tony at Hazelwood. He was always smiling with a great sense of humour and a calming influence. RIP Tony

    William Pace March 3, 2026
  11. To the entire De Virgilio family ,

    My deepest sympathy for your loss , Tony is one of the best human beings I have ever have a the pleasure of spending time with . Tony and I spent the passed 18 years together as work colleagues and great mates , his support , guidance , friendship and company was something that i highly value . I am so lucky to have had the opportunity to learn from Tony in the good times and the tough times , working life won’t be the same without his fantastic personality and warm calming affect on our team .

    Benny Farmer and Family

    Ben Farmer March 4, 2026
  12. To Melinda, jasmine, Jessica, James and families, my deepest condolences on Tony’s passing. I am shocked and saddened to hear this sad news. Sending lots of love to you all as you navigate life moving forward. Another former Hazelwood PS employee gone too soon.

    Fi Robinson-Cattanach March 5, 2026
  13. To all the family , our sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one…Tony was an amazing man, with beautiful qualities, a true gentleman. May he rest in peace. Peter and Rosanna Colli

    Rosanna colli March 5, 2026
  14. On behalf of AGL Loy Yang, I extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Tony.

    Tony served Loy Yang with professionalism and care for more than eight and a half years and brought with him many decades of experience from his time in Maintenance and Operations at Hazelwood. He was known for his warm nature and kindness, earning the respect and friendship of colleagues across AGL and the Latrobe Valley.

    Tony will be fondly remembered for his good humour, his willingness to help others, and the genuine care he showed to those he worked alongside.

    Tony will be deeply missed, and our thoughts are with his family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time.

    Christo van Niekerk, General Manager AGL Loy Yang March 5, 2026
  15. Dear Melinda and family,
    Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Tony. May Jehovah support you in your time of distress and may the love of family, friends and all who knew Tony help ease the pain you are experiencing. ( Prov 17:17 )
    Love,
    Shane, Yvette and family xxx

    Yvette McEvoy March 5, 2026
  16. A special workmate and person. Condolences to his family at this sad time.

    ROBERT TATE March 6, 2026
  17. So sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
    Love Franca & Tania

    Franca & Tania March 6, 2026
  18. Thoughts of loving memories and now thoughts of love to the De Virgillio family members for their loss.

    Anne Ameer Beg March 6, 2026
  19. My condolences to the De Vergillio family I went to school with Tony and he was a gentleman even at school.
    Tony it’s people like you who make this world 🌎 a better place.

    Steve C, March 6, 2026
  20. We are so sorry about you lost .mae Jehovah give yous all the strength yous nead in this horrible time .from the Family Ferreira and Jerics

    Maria Ferreira March 8, 2026