Howland – Antonio Bario, 87, of Howland, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday morning, July 5, 2026.

Antonio was born on January 4, 1939, in Vieste, Italy, the son of the late Giovanni and Teresina (Ricci) Bario.

As a young man, Antonio was a nationally recognized competitive swimmer who proudly competed for the Italian Carabinieri. He then pursued a career as a photographer and owned his own business (Fotografia Bario) before embarking on a new chapter in 1976, when he immigrated to the United States with his family. They made their home in Warren, Ohio, where Antonio built a life centered on hard work, faith, and family. He enjoyed a long career in manufacturing, first at Warren Fabricating, then Copperweld and ITT Grinell and then retired from the Carlisle Corporation.

Antonio was a man of remarkable skill and determination. He had an extraordinary ability to build, repair, and restore just about anything, earning him the affectionate reputation as the family's "master fixer." An accomplished woodworker, he took great pride in creating beautiful pieces with his hands. He also found joy in tending his garden and especially cherished caring for his beloved fig trees, which reminded him of his Italian roots.

Above all else, Antonio's greatest pride was his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose quiet strength, generosity, and unwavering love left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. His wisdom, work ethic, and gentle spirit will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Antonio will always be remembered by his beloved wife, Filomena (Mariani) Bario; his children, Teresa (Michael) Humm of Cortland, Ohio, John (Danielle) Bario of Raleigh-Durham, NC; his grandchildren, Krystin (Steve) Georgalas, Teresa (David) Bario-Walters, Antonia Bario, Giovanna Bario, and Nicoletta Bario; his great-grandchildren, Olivia, Oliver, and Winnie; his sisters, Marisa Bario Renn (Robert) and Franca Bario Calugar (George); and many cherished nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

Besides his parents, Antonio was preceded in death by his son, Carlo Antonio Bario.

Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel, 1884 North Road NE, Warren, Ohio 44483. Guests are invited to arrive at 9:30 a.m. prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Antonio's memory to St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish, St. Mary's Church, 3020 Reeves Road NE, Warren, OH 44483.

Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to view this obituary, sign the guestbook, and share condolences with Antonio's family.