Paula I just heard today of Tony’s passing & am sending condolences along with my love. Doreen Graham( nee Riley)

My thoughts n prayers are with you & All the family, Paula…May God Bless and hold you close in this difficult time. xo

Paula and family Our thought are with you and Tony’s family at this difficult time. A true gentleman who I have known all my life and a dear friend of the Best family. Tony was the Queen’s Hotel and Don Lou, KL’s history. He and Red are no doubt reminiscing about old times, (two old KL characters together again). We will all miss him. Linda and family

my sincere condolences to the family I knew tony for past 35 years and he was always a true gentleman.i am away and regret I cannot make the service whish I could mymheart goes out to the family.

So sorry, Louise, Donna and families your dad wil be missed and remembered by all who knew him. A man who always had a smile on his face and a thought on his mind. Loved a lot. Sherry and Tony Giannone

Uncle you will be missed but remembered alway of love and memories i tell my son and grand kids…you always had a millionaire smile to go with your personality…much love

I had the honour of meeting Tony (and Paula) just once… we were poolside…when I lived across the street from Donna…and he lived up to his reputation! A direct and delightful, charming character who amused us for the afternoon and who will indeed be greatly missed… My sincere condolences to you all… Dale Morin

Dear Paula, Donna, Louise and extended family members. Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a husband, father and grandfather. Helen, a long time Queens Hotel and Don Lou Motel employee, friend and resident of TPR will miss the daily pleasantries exchanged with Tony. Chris, (Helen’s daughter) will miss seeing Tony taking in the afternoon sun at the front entrance of TPR and asking “how is your mother”. Spending many evening at TPR, I would notice Tony roaming the Teck and Macassa wings or socializing with the evening staff. At times, I would bring Tony into mothers room and we would reminisce about the many years gone by. Tony’s infectious smile will be greatly missed by all. Helen, Chris and Jane.

my deepest sympathy to the whole family .paula tony and myself had many gettoghether when i traveled to kirkland lake but my fondess memory is when i worked for him at the queens hotel .at the time he knew i was under age but i just got married and he helped me by giving me a job so i can make ends meet .tony was a gentleman and the biggest thing about tony is that he had RESPECT for people that worked for him .and he was also fun to work for .may god bless this wonderful man we lost a hell of a man . regards claude vivier

Rest in paradise papa!

Dear Donna, Louise, Paula and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May all the memories and laughter keep you smiling in the years to come. Rest In Peace Tony.

My sincere condolences to Paula and your family. Tony will be missed and remembered by many!!

My sincere condolences to Paula and all of Tony’s family.

Sad to lose another hometown pioneer. Tony was always so gracious. Donna and Louise, I have so many memories of your father. I used to see him when I passed the Queen’s as a little kid when we lived on McCamus. He would always say a warm hello. Do you remember when he invited all the kids from the dance classes to join you to see a private afternoon performance by Joey Hollingsworth, the tap dance at the Queen’s . I wonder what he thought when the drinking age was lowered and the Queen’s filled up with unescorted teenage girls. The bands were great. Often when I went home to visit my parents would take me to the Don Lou and it was always wonderful to see Tony again and his wife Paula. We spent the last New Year’s Eve with my Mom at the Don Lou. Colleen Smith Vancouver BC (Daughter of Betty and Eddy Smith)

I wish to express our condolences for your loss. Louise, your father was an amazing man, it will stay always in our memories. All the best from Ana, Bibi and Bogdan Steiu

It was with sadness that I received the news of your Fathers passing. He was a true member of the old guard of Kirkland Lake. He made a great impact on my life and will be remembered fondly. Sending you my condolences. Hoping you surround yourself with all the wonderful moments you shared with your father and may they help carry you through this difficult time.

Tony always had a smile when ever we visited the restaurant. When Brian 1st moved to Kirkland Lake in early 1993 he stayed at the Don Lou and Tony was a great host. We often talk about our time in Kirkland and Tony’s name always comes up. We have fond memories of both Tony and Paula. Our sincere condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Paula and Poloni family, please accept our sympathies. Will miss his warm smile, ear to ear grin and witty charm. RIP Tony

Larger than life he definitely was! I really enjoyed working for Tony. My sincere condolences to Paula and all of his family.

Our Deepest Sympathy to Paula and all of Tony’s family.

didnt know tony maybe met him once. Used to see him when visiting my grandparents The Huhtalas when we were in Kirkland. When I think of Kirkland I think of the name Tony Poloni. Big part of that town.

You know our hearts are with you. We were so blessed to have met Tony and Paula and do a stint at the DonLou. Tony was a very special man. He and Peewee (Linda’s Gramps) would have been great friends. We will toast Tony in celebration of his life.

It was a pleasure working for you as a dishwasher at the Don Lou …I made a lot of memories there, and was fed like a king….it was the best job an 18 year old could have Thanx for all the cash advances when I was short before payday…you helped me out a lot in those days Tony…I have many fond memories of you…the mini putt…the staff…and the daily buffet!! Safe travels Tony Dustin Howey

Paula & family; so sorry to hear of Tony’s passing. In the days gone by we had a lot of fun with Tony, and you Paula. I’ll always remember those good times. Bev Wakefield (Bryndza)

Dear Paula, Donna and Louise I was so sorry to hear about Tony. He was a great friend of my dad’s and I appreciated him reminding me of that every time I saw him. I loved his stories and his unwavering love for Kirkland Lake! I had some good visits and laughs with him over the past few years with his TPR roommate Dominic D’Andrea. I often said that the things what went on in that room would have made for an award winning reality TV series! Priceless…. I will never forget him! Keep the memories alive…. Bev xo

Sorry to hear of Tony’s passing, he was a character and I will never forget working for Tony & Paula many years ago. Condolences to Paula and family. RIP Tony

Rest in Peace Mr. Poloni. My condolences to the whole family, especially my friend Donna. He had and long & interesting life & I feel like I knew him through his daughters. Take comfort in knowing he is with the rest of our Angels up there.

A wonderful tribute to an inspirational man, Dad, Husband and Grandfather. His stories will live on and entertain us forever. Our sincere condolences, Paula, Collin & Justin Sloss

Rest in peace Ton y you will be missed

he was the finest always so good to me I had a drinking problem that he recognized and he sure tried to help me in Tony’s way haven’t had a drink in years I often think of him thanks tony alf

Kirkland Lake has lost one of it’s true “characters”. Tony was truly one of KL’s grand personages and I will remember him with a smile. Condolences to Paula and family.

Prayers and condolences for the Poloni family. Kirkland has lost a very special person but heaven has gained a very special Angle

Dear Donna and family, We send our deepest condolences on the loss of this wonderful man. We kniw that the stories and tales of Toni could fill many volumes but these are the things that will always keep him close to your heart and in everyones mind. Tony truly was a founding pillar if Kirkland Lake history. He kept everone entertained with his his many tales and always had time for a chat He truly will be missed, Donna we keep you in our prayers.

I am so sorry to learn of Tony’s passing. My memories of going into the Queen’s with Louise when we were kids and meeting Joey Hollingsworth will always remain with me. My condolences go out to all the family. Heaven gained an amazing new angel!

Donna, Louise, Paula and families. Sending our condolences and deepest sympathies. Your Dad/husband, really was one of a kind. He was such a big part of Kirkland Lake. His loss will be felt by all who knew him. Memories will keep him close in thought and heart. Hugs.

RIP Tony I knew you well growing up as a Kid in KL…may you live in the hearts and minds of many for years to come. It was great knowing you as a kid, you were always kind and generous to me…

Louise, So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My condolences to you and the family. Thinking of you Louise C.

Everybody knew him. He had a great smile. He had a good life. Rest in Peace Tony. Deepest Sympathy to Paula and family and to his daughters and their family .

My Condolences to the family. RIP Tony… You were a great person… Sore to the clouds..

Truly one of a kind. RIP Tony. Bill and Lynda Enouy

I have nothing but fond memories of Tony, along with many great stories. A life well lived. Always loved the guy, Rest in Peace my friend.

Our condolences to Paula, Donna and Louise!,,,,he will not be forgotten,,,was truly a great man and so well loved,,,,,

I will always remember Working for Tony as some of the most fun days I’ve ever seen and I thank him and Paula for that. He will surely be missed and always remembered fondly xxoo

our condolences to paula,donna,louise and families. tony was a great guy. r.i.p. tony. judy and david rudd.

Whoever wrote Tony’s obituary is ‘spot on’ He was that and a whole lot more – RIP Tony and thank you for the many smiles you caused John and I to experience just by being the wonderful person you were. My sincere condolences to his family <3

May God speed Tony…..you were truly one of a kind…..

Our condolences from the Warren family. Tony was a great guy and will be missed deeply by everyone who knew him.

We are so sorry to here this news, Tony was one of a kind, gentle soul, we had many encounters with Tony and enjoyed every one of them, he is now in a better place and will be King of the hill up there. Our prayers are with his family. RIP TONY.

I’m sorry for your loss . Ae was a great man I worked for tony for years . I love it .he helped me out with a job when I couldn’t find one when I got out of jail . He started me off as a dishwasher then on to a cook . I will never forget what he did for me . Thank you so much tony . Love you and thank any for everything

What can we say as the obituary says it all. Tony was an icon of Kirkland Lake and will definitely be missed by all. Go in peace Tony. Our utmost condolences to the family from the Semples.

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to Paula & his daughters & family at this very difficult time. I will surely miss his smile and sense of humour whenever I saw him while visiting TPR. May he Rest in Peace!

Sincere sympathies to the family and Paula..Donna- Louise,grandchildren..He was a great man…oxo

Deepest sympathy Profondo cordoglio Profonde sympathie Peu importe la langue pour le dire il nous manquera Tony Employer de TPR Sylvie T. Giroux

Paula, Donna & Louise…….. so sorry to hear your dad’s passing. He led a full and adventurous life and was always upbeat even during difficult times. I worked for him one summer at the Queen’s, an enjoyable summer. His sense of humor was second to none. I visited him a couple of times at T P R and it was like old times, laughing and telling old stories about the hotel business. He will be missed. I understand his Celebration of Life is the same day as our Celebration of Life for my two brothers who passed away. We will do our best to drop in. Our thoughts are with you….. Pat & Lorraine

Our deepest condolences to the Poloni Family. My family knew Tony and we are saddened by his earthly departing. He was always so nice to us all. Rest In Peace Tony.. The Forbes Family

Thinking of you Paula, Donna, Lousie and Families at this very sad and difficult time. Memories of your dad will live on forever, he was a character that everybody loved, Tony had a Great life and knew and met sooooo many people in his lifetime, that he will live on forever in everybody’s minds. Condolences to ALL