Anthony J. Pachesa, 46, of Longmeadow, MA formerly of Storrs, CT died Wednesday May 6, 2009 at Hartford Hospital. Born in Meriden, CT he was the son of Rosemary (Christoni) Pachesa and the late Robert W. Pachesa, Sr. Tony had worked in the automobile business in the greater Hartford area for the past 25 years and recently opened his own business, C.A.R.S. in East Windsor. Besides his mother, he is survived by his daughters Alexis Pachesa of Ashford, and Loren Pachesa of East Hartford, and his brother Robert W. Pachesa, Jr. of Bristol. He is also survived by his longtime girlfriend Kristin Langone of Longmeadow, MA. Anthony's family would like to offer their thanks to Kristin for the wonderful care that she gave Tony. Funeral service is private and at the convenience of the family. The John F. Tierney Funeral Home, Manchester has care of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 538 Preston Ave. Meriden, CT 06450-1004. For online condolences please visit www.tierneyfuneralhome.com.