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ANTONIO TARAFA Obituary

TARAFA, ANTONIO B., "TONY", passed away on Sunday, May 29, 2011, the eve of Memorial Day. He turned 50 years old on March 31st, 2011. Tony was born in Miami, FL, grew up in San Juan, Puerto Rico before returning back to Key Biscayne where he would call home for the rest of his life. He is survived by his best friend and wife Silvia, and two sons Antonio and Victor. In addition to his wife and children, Tony is survived by his parents Antonio J. Tarafa and Elia Munoz Tarafa, and siblings Sr. Silvia Tarafa, Monica T. Perez- Dorbecker, Alicia Tarafa Gilbert, Franz Tarafa as well as his brother in laws and nieces and nephew. His passions were his wife, his family, the ocean, traveling and partaking in new adventures- all of which added to a lifetime full of memories. He was well known for his adventurous soul, caring heart and his love for life. He was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in January 2010, and fought a courageous battle over the last year and a half. He made everyone so proud as he would fight each obstacle like a true champion never complaining, when he had every reason to complain. He will be missed by many. The service will be on Friday, June 3rd at 4pm at St. Agnes Catholic Church on Key Biscayne, FL. Ferdinand Funeral Homes & Crematory 2546 SW 8th Street Miami, FL 33135 305-631-0001 View this Guest Book at www. MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Jun. 2, 2011.

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Elvira Caranci-Barberi

May 24, 2012

Dear Silvia, Toni & Victor,

Thinking of all of you today. I can't believe it's been a year since Tony's passing. I think of all of you often and keep you all very dear in my heart. I hope to reunite with you in the very near future. May God bless you always and may he continue to give you the strength and courage to face every day of your lives. We miss Tony and all of you very much. My love always, Elvira y familia.

Terry Sipes

June 16, 2011

My friend Tony so so long we have not spoke and now to late.The time of little league baseball, or pick up games of basketball at the Key Bicayne Elementary School, I am so sorry I let time pass with out Any communication over the years, but no excuse. I depend on my friends to let me know . I do remember your always smile and most of all your honesty as a friend. My love to your family, from the Sipes family Terry, Wendy and Knika. Always in are hearts.

June 16, 2011

My friend Tony so so long we have not spoke and now to late.The time of little league baseball, or pick up games of basketball at the Key Bicayne Elementary School, I am so sorry I let time pass with out Any communication over the years, but no excuse. I depend on my friends to let me know . I do remember your always smile and most of all your honesty as a friend. My love to your family, from the Sipes family Terry, Wendy and Knika. Always in are hearts.

June 8, 2011

Dear Silvia, there aren't enough words to express my sorrow upon hearing of your husband's death. May the memory of his love, faith and courage comfort you through this time and beyond. Melina Castillo-Monroy

June 5, 2011

dear silvia my sorrow for you and your boys, my prayer are for god to put him by his side, and give you confort,, francesca urdinlaiz

Cindy dodds

June 3, 2011

sylvia antonio and victor our prayers r with u all. all our love the dodds family

Luis Mejer

June 3, 2011

On behalf of the Mejer family, our prayers and thoughts are with your family. God bless Tony!
Luis and Ana-Maria Mejer

elvira caranci-barberi

June 3, 2011

Dear Silvia, Toto and Victor,

We are so truly sorry to hear of Tony's passing. Tony was such a wonderful person with a very big heart. We felt this way about Tony so early on in our friendship. When we arrived in Key Biscayne from Toronto, Canada, you were the very first friends we made. You made us feel so welcome and we will always be very grateful for that. Even though our physical presence has not been close. except for every couple of years when we came for vacation, we often thought about you all and the good times we had.

Your family is so special and you will always have a special place in our hearts. People come into our lives for a reason, a season and/or a lifetime. We want you in our lives for a lifetime. You are all an inspiration to us.

We are so sorry that we can't fly down and attend Tony's memorial service. I'm sure it will be a beautiful one. Even though we are miles and miles apart, don't forget we are here for you and we will be with you in spirit today.

Tony will never be forgotten!! May God bless you all and give you the strength to carry on during this difficult time.

Lots of love,

Elvira, Alessio, Mila and Mara

Alessio & Elvira Barberi

June 3, 2011

Tony, you are and always be in our thoughts.

You and your family are part of our fondest memories of our life.

Till we see each other on the other side.

Ciao,

Alessio & Elvira

Steve McNamara

June 3, 2011

Dear Silvia, Toni & Victor,
I knew Tony from our days at Belen and am happy that we reconnected a few years ago, thanks to his efforts, at your home for our 30th reunion. Truly a great man and a wonderful family! My deepest sympathy to you all.
Steve McNamara

Betsy Lehman Savery

June 3, 2011

My heartfelt condolences to each of you at this very sad time. Tony is another light in the night sky shining down on all. He joins the others who have gone too soon, and will lovingly be remembered by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Natty Rovirosa Martinez

June 3, 2011

To the Tarafa family, I am truly sorry for your loss. I had not seen Tony in years but did know he was ill. I always remember him as a great person full of life. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Laura Barberi

June 3, 2011

Siilvia, Tony & Victor your family is in my prayers. God has called up another angel way to soon....Adriano, Laura, Gabriella & Alessia Barberi.

Jimmy Owens

June 2, 2011

Silvia & Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Tony. I know that he was a fighter. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord bless you always.

Jim Guerra

June 2, 2011

Dear Silvia,

We are so sorry to hear of Tony's passing and our hearts and deepest condolences go out to you, your children, and everyone in both of your families. Please know that all of the Guerra's are thinking of you at this time and hoping that the many wonderful memories of the life and love you shared will always bring you comfort and help you through the coming days.

With Love,

Jim & Melissa

Victoria Neves

June 2, 2011

Silvia, I am so sorry for your loss, I remember Tony when we went to that Colombian bar in calle ocho with my mom 100 years ago, and we all had such a great time...I am not sure if you recall.. it was great knowing him and this is a celebration for his life and what he shared with others. God bless him and all of us...your friend always Vicky

Armando Garcia Jr.

June 2, 2011

Dear Silvia,

There are no words to express my sadness for your loss. Even though I had not seen Tony and you for some years I still considered you my friends in Key Biscayne. I was remembering when he worked with your parents at Rex-tone. He was so generous. When I bought my house he would sell me paint at such a low a price, it really helped and I appreciated it. And he thought enough of me to recommend me to his father when he opened up Pollo Criollo, remember those days? Please express heartfelt condolences from Cary and myself to his parents, brother and sisters.

Sincerely,
Armando (Andy) Garcia

michael smith

June 2, 2011

Silvia,Toni Jr and Victor, we share your sorrow and pain at this time. Although you're out of sight your whole family is always in our minds. How can we ever forget Tony...he personified true frinedship and was always that to us. He remains in our hearts always. With our love to you all.
Michael, Karen, Laura, Daniel and Alex

Paula Harcha

June 2, 2011

Dear Silvia,

I am so sorry to hear about Tony's passing. I know that you, Antonio, and Victor will always have loving memories of him from every day you shared. May God bless you and comfort you always.

Love,
Paula

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