Anthony James ContiCONTI, Anthony James on May 25, 2017 of North Bergen,N.J., age 89.Anthony was born on July 7, 1927 in Fairview, N.J. and was a member of the N.J. Education Association and Local 802 New York Musicians Union. Anthony "Jimmy" Conti was born into the depression era with a passion for music and devotion to his idol Benny Goodman. Paying his own way for clarinet lessons he grew up to travel the country as a musician and entertainer with his wife Patricia Conti in the musical act "Marlow, Conti and Sam". Anthony performed in the lounges of many famous Las Vegas hotels and for Vegas stars Liberace, Jimmy Durante, etc. Anthony also performed as a musician with the Nat Brooks Orchestra at many society weddings and affairs throughout New York and New Jersey. At age 39 Anthony went to Montclair State University and after earning his degree began a second career as an Instrumental Music Teacher in the Cliffside Park, N.J. School District. Anthony brought joy to many through his love of music and will be deeply missed by family and friends.Beloved husband of 62 years to Patricia (nee) Boisvert.Devoted father to Daniel and his wife Alexandria and Steven and his wife Maritza.Adored grandfather to Derek, Danielle and Nicole.A Prayer Service will be held on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at 10am at the A.K. Macagna Funeral Home 495 Anderson Avenue Cliffside Park, N.J. Entombment to follow at Fairview Mausoleum in Fairview, N.J. The family will receive their friends Tuesday 4-9pm. www.akmacagnafuneralhome.com