Anthony Thomas Grasso, 59 of Constantine, MI, passed away December 20, 2020 at his home. He was born in Elmhurst, IL on December 19, 1961, a son of Olindo and Pearl (Georgiou) Grasso. He graduated from Willowbrook Community High School in Villa Park, IL in 1980, where he was member of the cross country team. After high school, he obtained the rank of Sgt (E-5) chemical specialist in the Illinois Army National Guard and Reserves for 10 years.

Anthony attended college at Illinois State University, where he was a member of the Army ROTC, DeVry University, Illinois Institute of Technology, and Fairhaven Baptist College, studying Pastoral Theology. On July 25, 1997, he married Kimberly Bopp at the Fairhaven Baptist Church in Chesterton, IN.

Tony trusted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Saviour in January of 1993. The Lord then called Tony to be an Evangelist in November of 1993; to preach the Gospel and stand for Truth as found in the Word of God. He served in many ministries throughout his life, including church, jail and nursing home ministries. He had a heart to minister both in the church and to individuals as he had opportunity. He served as a volunteer for the Normal, IL Police Department and McClain County Fire Department. He also drove semi-tractor trailer for several years. During his military service, he received an Army service award for sharp shooting, an Army achievement medal, and was also a part of the Air Force Auxiliary.

He is survived by his loving wife, Kimberly Grasso of Constantine, daughter Hannah Grasso, several cousins, and aunt Elvera Biancalana. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Mark Grasso and Jeffery Grasso.

Relatives and friends will be received Saturday, December 26 from 10-11 AM at Mottville Bible Church (10455 US-12, White Pigeon, MI 49099). A religious service will follow at 11 AM. Interment will follow at Constantine Township Cemetery with Military Honors. Tony's service may continue to be viewed on Eley Funeral Home Facebook page and on the Mottville Bible Church YouTube page ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuQYMP6bxss) . Please advance you tube video timer to 18:50 to begin a slide show. At 31:15 the service will begin with a recorded song.

Arrangements were entrusted to Eley Funeral Home, Constantine. Please visit www.eleyfuneralhomes.com to sign Anthony's online guestbook and to leave messages for the family.