Antonio "Tony" Montecer Lantin

Portsmouth- Antonio “Tony” Montecer Lantin passed away peacefully in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, on May 12, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 4, 1934, in Batangas, Philippines to Moises and Encarnación Lantin. He completed his undergraduate studies and earned his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas in Manila in 1964. During medical school at the University of Santo Tomas, Tony met his beloved wife, Lilia. They married on January 2, 1966, and immigrated to the United States in 1968, where they both completed their medical residencies. They later made their home in the Princeton, New Jersey area, where they raised their three children: Mary, Lili, and TJ. Tony practiced as a general practitioner and later devoted his career to addiction medicine, supporting patients through treatment and recovery. Tony was deeply devoted to his faith, family, and friends, and he brought a loving, joyful spirit to everyone around him. He was known for his generosity and for his unmistakable, infectious smile. He loved sports, especially those his daughters played while growing up. He faithfully drove his daughters to practice, including practices that required 4:30 am wake-up calls, and enthusiastically cheered them on from the sidelines. He was equally overjoyed to watch his grandchildren pursue their own athletic passions. Always welcoming, Tony and Lilia also loved opening their home to others, hosting family and friends for New Year’s Eve, Easter, and countless ordinary weekends made special by their warmth and hospitality. In retirement, they continued to enjoy their home in New Jersey while traveling often to visit family. In 2018, they moved to New England to be closer to their grandchildren, whom they adored. Tony was an inspiration to all who knew him. He loved life and was a true warrior, meeting several significant health challenges over the last decade with positivity, tenacity, endurance, and resilience. You could never count him out. Hard work was one of his core values, and he fought for more time with his family to share in everyday moments and important milestones. He led by example and remained a steady, loving presence in the lives of his extended family. Tony is survived by his daughter Mary and son-in-law Thomas Casparis; daughter Lili and son-in-law Michael Wierbonics; son TJ; grandchildren Stage and Lantin Casparis, and Rowan and Willow Wierbonics; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members. Tony was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Dr. Lilia D. Lantin. Visiting hours will be held from 5 to 7 PM on Wednesday, May 27th, at the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home. Mass of Christian burial will be held at Corpus Christi Parish in Portsmouth, New Hampshire on Thursday, May 28th, at 10 AM. He will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery directly following the funeral mass. Tony was devoted to education and to lifelong service for people with Autism. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Greengard Center for Autism by clicking here

Antonio "Tony" Montecer Lantin

September 4, 1934 - May 12, 2026