Anthony "Tony" George Lavalley

On May 20 ^th , 2019, Tony LaValley, age 60, passed away in his home due to complications with diabetes. A Superior native, Tony attended Cooper School, Central, and SSHS, graduating in 1977. Tony was well known in Superior among sports fans whether he was coaching and umping youth softball, reffing basketball, or playing. He loved bowling too, and often played on 2 or even 3 baseball teams simultaneously. He loved the Packers and the Brewers. In these later years, he enjoyed being a baseball umpire for several seasons locally. He was happy and proud to be a veteran of the National Guard, as was his father before him. His most recent employer was Field Logic of Superior. Tony especially liked his coworkers and supervisor. He loved his job.

Tony had a zest for life and loved to entertain his friends with jokes and humorous stories .He had an amazing memory for sports memorabilia and facts, surprising friends with his total recall. His sisters called him a “wonderful big brother” and he will be sadly missed by family and friends.

Tony never married, but enjoyed the comfort of a large immediate family. Sibling survivors include: Bernie LaValley Jr. (Mah Terese), Annette Burrows LaValley, Mary LaValley, (Corey), Alice Zulock (Matthew), Colleen Sandie (Malachy), and Andy LaValley (Jen). Preceding Tony in death were his parents, Bernard LaValley Sr., Betty (Griffin) LaValley, a sister Sharon Cooper LaValley, and infant brother, Roger LaValley. Tony is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews, Aunts and Uncles, and many cousins.

No formal services are planned at this time. A celebration of life and a veteran’s burial will be held at a later date where close friends and family can share their favorite memories of Tony. Cards of condolence may be sent to Tony’s sister, Annette LaValley at 4673 Stavern Pt, Eagan, MN 55122.

In turn, Annette will distribute the cards to other family members.

No cash gifts or flowers please. Those wishing to acknowledge Tony’s death with a gift may send a donation in his memory to the Diabetes Foundation or to Little Leagues of Superior or to a charity of your choice.