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Jose Antonio Pabon (also known as Tony Pabon) passed away on Tuesday January 21, 2014 in New York Presbyterian Hospital in NYC. Born in Puerto Rico on March 6, 1939 to Jose Antonio Pabon and Rosaura Colon, he grew up in the Bronx. In his late teens he began his career as a musician that would last over 2 decades. He played the trumpet and sang lead for the Pete Rodriguez Band. He founded Tony Pabon y La Protesta, and also became the distributor and owner of Ritmo Records Corp. He's fondly remembered by many musicians as a man of compassion who would often give young artists their first breaks. After a long span in the music industry, he became more spiritual after having an encounter with God. One of his favorite verses that described this encounter was, "This poor man called, and the LORD heard him; he saved him out of all his troubles." Psalm 34:6. He became an ordained minister in 1992 and travelled through the US & the Caribbean to tell about the saving grace of God. Because of this he became known in the second half of his life as Pastor Tony.
Tony is survived by his wife of 53 years, Raquel Carrion Pabon. He is also survived by his four children and their spouses, Anthony Pabon and his wife Karen, Cindy Pabon and her husband Jose Nieves, Nancy Fernandez and her husband Richard and Armando Pabon. He also leaves behind ten grandchildren: Amanda Pabon, Alisha Gaskins, Jonathan Gaskins, Hannah Gaskins, Anthony Fernandez, Aiyana Pabon, James Gaskins, Sarah Pabon, Leana Foley, and David Pabon. Tony is also survived by his sister, Thalia Poganski and brother Oscar Aviles.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to: Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28201-0001 www.billygraham.org or The Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675, http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate.aspx
Visiting hours will be held at Hannemann Funeral Home, Inc. 88 South Broadway, Nyack, NY on Sunday, January 26, 2014 from 2 -4 and 7-9 PM with a prayer service to be held at 8:30 PM.
Hannemann Funeral Home, Inc.
88 South Broadway Nyack, NY
(845) 358-0573
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Felix malave
January 30, 2014
On behalf of the Malave family Our condolences to your family. You played at my sisters wedding I was about 10 years old and you called me up on stage to dance while you played. A moment in my life I will never forget. R.I.P my friend.
Richard N.
January 27, 2014
A wonderful and amazing man that is survived by a wonderful and amazing family!!
January 26, 2014
QUE DIOS LO LLEVE CON BIEN A SUS MANCIONES CELESTIALES AMEN....
Fred Weinberg
January 26, 2014
Some people pass through our lives, and others leave lasting impressions in our hearts and souls. Tony was one of those who left a lasting impression. I am honored to have known him during the years I was fortunate to have worked with him on many a music project. His warmth, caring, talent and friendship I will always remember. he was one of a kind. A special soul. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Miriam Carrion
January 26, 2014
Another Angel in Heaven for Us!!
January 26, 2014
To our dear friend. We will never forget our friendship. Our prayers are with your beautiful family. We love you.
Hector & Elsa De Jesus
lisa flores phillips
January 26, 2014
My salvation came from a prayer from a gracious man of faith. I owe my life to him. His reward is in heaven.
Miriam Mojica
January 25, 2014
Will never be forgotten! An Angel has gone to heaven! RiP Tio Tony!
Tressa Stevenson
January 25, 2014
Pastor Tony will be greatly missed he showed me love and how much god loves us and because of that my children will know who the Lord is rip love tressa and family
Joanne Carbillano
January 25, 2014
Tony, today God rejoyces in calling you home, but we who knew and loved you are sadden. A wonderful man, with the kindest heart. He always lifted you up with his beautiful words of faith. Our family loved you. You were a brother to my brother and my mother and father adored you and your family. I thank God for the pleasure of knowing you and Rachel and your children. Rest in Peace, my friend.
Johnny Santana
January 25, 2014
Miss talking to you Tony, I remember when you first took me under your wings, I was just 19 years old when I joined your band. I have so many fond memories of us. You was always so understanding and caring and watched over me like if I were your own and this has followed me through all of my life. I will always have you in my heart forever.
Johnny Santana
Nydia Valentin
January 25, 2014
Cousin Tony , you left something special for everyone to remember you by, your music, your love for your friends and family and your dedication to god our savior. The family in Florida is sadden that we have lost one of our family member but it's a relieve to know that in the end you did not suffer. God was with you all the way. We love you Tony and you will always be remember. love your cousins in Florida, Nydia Valentin and family.
Brenda Carrion
January 25, 2014
I remember that tio always had a smile. Will be greatly missed.
January 24, 2014
i never met a more wonderful heartjudith cavaliere
Nancy Fernandez
January 24, 2014
I miss him so much.I know hes in a better place..a place he longed to be..but his smile..voice..the way he said my name..his appreciative heart..his humor.. his mini sermons..his history lessons about Salseros back in the day..his stories...his phone calls asking me when I 'm coming over...his quirks....I am missing already.No one can take the place in my heart he took with him.I miss my papa.
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