Anthony J. Mercorella

Anthony Joseph Mercorella^[1] (March 6, 1927 – February 3, 2022) was an American politician who served in the New York State Assembly from 1966 to 1972 and in the New York City Council from 1973 to 1975.^[2][3] Mercorella was born in New York City, New York in The Bronx. He graduated from Long Island University and Fordham University School of Law. He practiced law in New York City. Mercorella served as a civil court judge and then served on the New York Supreme Court. Mercorella died on February 3, 2022, in Naples, Florida, at the age of 94.^[4]

Anthony J. Mercorella
Member of the New York City Council from the 14th district
In office January 1, 1974 – September 19, 1975
Preceded by	Edward L. Sadowsky
Succeeded by	Jerry L. Crispino
Member of the New York City Council from the 7th district
In office January 3, 1973 – December 31, 1973
Preceded by	Mario Merola
Succeeded by	Carter Burden
Member of the New York State Assembly from the 85th district
In office January 1, 1967 – December 31, 1972
Preceded by	Seymour Posner
Succeeded by	John C. Dearie
Member of the New York State Assembly from the 93rd district
In office January 1, 1966 – December 31, 1966
Preceded by	District created
Succeeded by	Peter R. Biondo
Personal details
Born	(1927-03-06)March 6, 1927 New York City, New York, U.S.
Died	February 3, 2022(2022-02-03) (aged 94) Naples, Florida, U.S.
Political party	Democratic

References

1. Who's Who in American Law 1992-1993. Marquis Who's Who. 1991. p. 620. ISBN 978-0-8379-3507-2.
2. Frank Lynn (1972-10-18). "Bipartisan Endorsements in Bronx Hurting Democratic Assembly Campaign". The New York Times. Retrieved 2019-03-07.
3. Tom Goldstein (1976-05-27). "CUNNINGHAM AND A JUDGE INDICTED BY NADJARI JURY; 2D CHARGE NAMES PARTNER". The New York Times. Retrieved 2019-03-07.
4. "Anthony J. Mercorella". New York Times. 2022-02-08. Retrieved 2022-02-10.