Anthony Francis "Gizzmo" Cordillo, Jr., 78, of New Florence, MO, formerly of Middletown, MO, died on Saturday, August 10, 2019, at the St. Andrews New Florence Care Center in New Florence, MO.

Anthony Francis Cordillo, Jr., was born July 10, 1941 in Denver, CO, to Anthony F. Cordillo, Sr. and Agnes Elizabeth Beger Cordillo. Mr. Cordillo was a carpenter in the construction industry, worked with concrete, and also farmed and raised hogs. He was a very hard worker and enjoyed building things. Mr. Cordillo also enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing pool and socializing. He loved being around his family and many friends.

Mr. Cordillo is survived by three daughters: Toni Cordillo of Denver, CO; Tammy Smart and husband, Buddy, of Jonesburg, MO; and Terry Dickerson of the state of Virginia; nine grandchildren; and fifteen great-grandchildren. Also surviving is his brothers and sisters: Marie Black of OK; Gary Cordillo of OK; Butch Clark of CO; Robert Cordillo of CO; Terry Martinez of CO; and Kathy Cordillo of CO; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Mr. Cordillo was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony Francis Cordillo, Sr., and Agnes Elizabeth Beger Cordillo; and his brother, Johnny Cordillo.

Mr. Cordillo was cremated and the family will have private services at a later date.

Memorial contributions are to the Smart Family for funeral expenses, c/o Schlanker Funeral Home, 207 Danville Road, Montgomery City, MO   63361.