Anthony M. “Tony” Noce passed away peacefully on April 21, 2020 after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Born Sept. 17, 1965 in Rochester, NY, he was the son of Frank and Rosemary “Pat” Noce. He graduated from McQuaid Jesuit High School in 1983 and SUNY Potsdam with a degree in Secondary Education and Biology in 1988.
On October 11, 1992 he was united in marriage to his loving wife Annette Colangelo Noce. He worked for the American Chemical Society as the Assistant Director of Member Programs in Washington DC, of which he was a member for 32 years. He was passionate about many things, including his family, friends, sports, cooking, his beloved dog “The Lovely and Talented Miss Freckles”, and the power of chemistry to transform people’s lives for the better.
He was predeceased by his father Frank S. Noce and mother-in-law Immaculate “Mackie” Martuscello Colangelo. In addition to his wife Annette of 27 years, Tony leaves behind his daughter Nicole Marie, sons Anthony Michael Jr and Adam Salvatore, mother Rosemary Noce, sister Mary Joan Noce, brother Patrick (Nicole) Noce, and father-in-law John (Lynda) Colangelo as well as numerous nieces, nephews, godchildren, and cousins.
Tony’s family is most thankful for the GW Cancer Center and Inova Alexandria for his wonderful care. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Frank S. Noce and Anthony M. Noce ’83 Endowed Scholarship Fund at McQuaid Jesuit High School in Rochester, NY. Details on a memorial service will be relayed at a later date.
Tony left a smile with both Karen and myself. A member the CNY Trap Team. A lot of Cheer when he was with us. Truly missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Noce family! I have so many fond and fun memories of playing HORSE and tag games with Tony, Patrick and the Church Hill Road neighborhood. Was happy he contacted me during a college break to go have a beer together as grown-ups and remember the good old days. Surely he is at peace with the Lord in Heaven.
Tony was a dear friend and a champion to continue that the environment was at the deepest focus. He and I worked together on,many things including sitting on ACS committees together. He will forever be missed and In will never forget so many great times with him. Tony rest in peace my friend and I will see you again one dsy!!
Tony was a first-rate colleague. His sense of humor and frankness are already missed. Deepest sympathies to his family and friends. I hope it’s some comfort to know how many people liked him and mourn his passing.
Sincerest Condolence to Annette and the Noce family. Tony was a wonder ACS member and colleague to work with. I had the pleasure of being introduced to him in 2010 when he was an ACS committee chair and since that time I always knew I could count on Tony to provide a response, knowledge and support wherever needed. It was a pleasure interacting with him in later years as an ACS colleague. Again, his knowledge and optimism was greatly appreciated. I know he will be missed by many. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Dear Annette and family,
I am sorry for your loss but rest assured that Tony is not lost he has gone to the heavenly Father. I will miss him at the ACS office and events. Praying that in your faith you will find peace and comfort.
Dear Annette & Family, Sending all love & prayers at this time to all of you,Rest in Peace Tony
I am so very sorry for your loss. Tony was truly one of the good guys. I was on staff at ACS and saw him at many ACS national and regional meetings before he joined the staff. He was such a delight to work with. Myself and the rest of the ACS family will miss him very much. RIP Tony.
A life well lived, but oh too short. Sending sincere condolences across the miles. Mat memories of happy times sustain you.
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart aches, but the memories I have with Tony are wonderful and happy, such a great friend.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I am so very soy for your loss.
We have loved the Riley family for so many years. We knew Tony’s Riley Grandparents. Such a wonderful family and such a huge loss. You all have deep faith and inspire us all the time. We are so very sad for you. I especially loved Tony’s sense of humor. I wish we had a chance to know him better. Love and sympathy to all.
Dick and Joan Haviland
Mrs. Annette,
We are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Sending prayers for peace and strength
We are so sorry for your loss of Tony. Such a nice guy. I remember him well growing up. My Mom sends her sympathies also. The Noce family has a special place in our hearts.
He was a great man and a very kind next door neighbor. On behalf of my children and I, all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless all of you.
Pat, Nicole, Annette & Family:
Thinking of you in this difficult time, and sending love.
With our deepest sympathy.
Jackie & Wayne Canute-Goss
Tony was a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Annette and family, we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.❤️
Nicole and the rest of the Noce family we are so sorry for your loss.
Tony truly was an extraordinary person. I worked with him for many years and remember not only his passion but his ability to lighten every mood and bring a smile to my face.
Nice family so sorry for your loss. Your friends Nancy and bruce
Annette and family please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. So very sad to hear of Tony’s passing. God Bless .
Tom and Diane DiCaprio & Family
Annette, you and your children are in my prayers.
Our sincere sympathies go out to the family and friends. A great loss.
Dear Annette,Nicole , Anthony and Adam, all we can say is that we are heartbroken. We have a bunch of wonderful memories that won’t be forgotten. I will always remember Tony as a Eucharistic Minister especially when he did the readings. Tony was so sincere and most reverent. I would tell him Tony I just love listening to you and he would put a huge smile on his face, you think so Louise? Absolutely Tony! Rest In Peace our friend. God Bless all of you. All our Love Louise Rich and girls♥️.
My condolences to Pat, Nicole and his wife and children.