Nationally recognized attorney Anthony G. Scariano of Flossmoor, Illinois passed away peacefully on December 26, 2012 at his most beloved place, Redstone, Colorado.

Anyone who had the pleasure of making Tony's acquaintance can attest to the larger than life impression left by this irreplaceable man. He was a passionate fan of gardening, literature, sports, art, cooking, photography, music, and so much more. Seeming to have a never-ending cache of knowledge, Tony could have a conversation with you about any topic in this world.

Tony was also a loving grandfather who treasured his most precious possession in the world, his granddaughter, Julianna Marie Scariano. Mr. Scariano was a trailblazer in the field of school law. He first practiced law with his father, the late Anthony Scariano who was an Illinois Appellate Court judge, state legislator, and founder of the law Firm of Scariano, Himes and Petrarca. Tony eventually transformed his father's general practice law firm into one of the first and few law firms in the nation that has a unique expertise in the representation of educational institutions.

Tony Scariano was the most loyal friend anyone could have. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Mr. Scariano is survived and always remembered by his brother, John K. Scariano and niece, Leigh Christina Scariano; son, Anthony Scariano III; favorite "daughters", Samantha Musich, Jane Weatherred, and Ann-Marie Skinner; granddaughter, Julianna Marie Scariano; uncles, John and Joe Scariano; aunt, Marie Makowski (nee Scariano); many loving cousins, other loving family members, and friends.

A memorial service for Mr. Scariano will take place at Olympia Fields Country Club on February 9th, 2013 from 10:00-12:00 In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Misericordia Home, 6300 N. Ridge, Chicago, IL 60660 or at www.misericordia.com