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Tony Galvan Obituary

Tony D. Galvan
September 5, 1927 ~ February 3, 2013
On February 3rd, 2013, Tony passed away surrounded by his family at his bedside. Tony was born and raised in Colton and lived most of his life there. He was a member of the U.S. Army and worked for Santa Fe and Southern Pacific RailRoad for over 40 years.
He loved to fish and hunt in his earlier days. Tony was a beloved father and he will be deeply missed by his family.
He is survived by his two sons, Larry and Anthony (Kathy) both of Highand and three daughters, Linda of Corona, Janice (David) of Valley Center and Valerie (Joe) of Highland. Tony had 16 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on February 15, 2013 at the American Legion Hall from 1 to 5pm, 1401 Veteran's Way, Colton, 92324. His burial will be held on February 23, 2013 in El Paso Texas. Tony will be buried next to his beloved wife Maggie.
God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, so he put his arms around you and whispered "Come home to Me". With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away and although we love you dearly we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, he only takes the best.

Published by San Bernardino County Sun on Feb. 13, 2013.
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Val and Family sorry about your. God be with you at this time.

John & Pauline Roque

February 15, 2013

Lisa, Val & TIna, just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts, grandpa is is heaven with all the angels and is resting peacefully don't ever forget how much he loved you guys.
Love Marie Martinez

February 14, 2013

Rest in Peace Uncle Tony. Say "Hi" to my dad.

Jeff Cornejo

February 13, 2013

Val, Lisa and Tina, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Grandpa.

Andrew & Gina Perez

February 13, 2013

Larry, Linda and Val, My prayers are with you and your Family. Gob bless all of you and look forward to the day we'll get to spend time and be with our loved ones in Heaven.

Arthur guzman

February 13, 2013

It was a Great pleasure to have the privilege to know him, he always had the biggest smile on his face and was so happy, he had an exceptional family which Javier and I have had the greatest pleasure to be associated with, our prayers are with all of you God Bless all and Rest in Peace Tony you have earned your wings, till we meet again Adios our Friend. Javier & Vickie Contreras

February 13, 2013

My sincere condolences to your family on the passing of Granpa Tony.

Patsy Ybarra

February 13, 2013

I promised you I would take of you and I did my best. I was by your side when you took your last breath. You will always be missed and forever in my heart..Love Always...Your Baby..

Tina Espinosa

February 13, 2013

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