Anton A. "Tony" Petkovic, age 73, a resident of Wilmington, DE, passed away on July 27, 2024 in Wilmington, DE. Tony was raised in Trainer, PA, and was a 1969 graduate of Chichester High School. While at Chichester Tony earned the status of an "All-Delco" athlete as a senior on the football team. At the age of 17, Tony went to work at his first full time job as a Stage Builder for Sun Ship in Chester, PA. He went on to attend Delaware County Community College to improve his skills and knowledge as an electrician. Prior to his retirement, Tony worked as an electrician for Southland Corporation. Tony lived in Dagsboro, DE, for a time with his wife, Linda, before moving back to Wilmington, DE where they lived together for the majority of their lives. In his free time Tony enjoyed crabbing, fishing, camping, boating, and spending time with his family. He was an avid Philadelphia Sports Fan and was particularly passionate about the Philadelphia Eagles. Tony and Linda also took trips to Lancaster, PA, always stopping at Shady Maple for a meal. Tony was a good Christian man, and will be remembered as a great husband, father, friend, and someone who was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. Tony was the son of the late Anton and Mary Petkovic. He was also preceded in death by his pug, Butch. Survivors: His Wife of 55 Years: Linda Petkovic (nee Conte). Children: Mark, Kenneth, and Jamie Petkovic. Grandchildren: Tyler, Sophia, Christian, Eli, and Connor Petkovic. Great Grandchild: Charlotte. His Twin Brother: Edward Petkovic, and his pug, Butchie. Viewing: Thursday, August 1, 2024, 10:30am-12:00pm at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home, 5980 Chichester Ave., Aston, PA 19014. Funeral Service: Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 12:00pm at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home. Burial: Lawn Croft Cemetery, Linwood, PA. In Lieu of Flowers: Donations may be made in Tony's memory to the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org.