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Anthony Pereira Obituary
MESA, Ariz. -- Anthony Arthur 'Tony' Pereira was killed in a car accident on Wednesday, July 20, 2011, in Mesa, Ariz.
He was born in Melrose, Mass., on Nov. 3, 1965, to Teresa (St. Peter) and Arthur Pereira. He grew up in Saco and graduated from Cheverus in the top 10 of his class in 1983. He served in the Army from 1987 to 1995, including two tours in Germany. He graduated from USM with honors in 1999.
He married his college sweetheart, Mary (Goodwin) on March 20, 1999.
Anthony was very active in the Portland community. He was past master of Deering Lodge No. 183, F&AM and a past patron of Rivermouth Chapter No. 54, Order of the Eastern Star, in Portsmouth, N.H. He was also a member of Naval Lodge No. 184 in Kittery, Chapter No. 73, Maine Council R&SM No. 7, St. Amand's Commandary No. 20, Trinity Chapter No. 22 and Deering Chapter No. 59, Order of the Eastern Star. He was also a member of VFW Post No. 6859 and Charles J. Loring Post No. 25, AMVETS. He was a past president of Bayside Little League and an active, respected umpire in District 6 of the Maine State Little League.
Anthony is survived by his wife of 12 years, Mary; two children, Jessie and Anthony 'Teddy;' his mother and father, Arthur and Teresa; three brothers, Wayne and his wife Debra, Peter, and Andrew and his partner Liz Bell; as well as aunts, uncles; many nieces and nephews; and numerous dear friends. He will be sorely missed.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a time of visitation on Friday, July 29, 2011, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St., Portland. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 12 p.m. at the Woodfords Congregational Church, 202 Woodford St., Portland. Officiating will be the Rev. Phil Shearman. A reception will follow at Deering Masonic Hall, 102 Bishop St., Portland. Please visit www.jonesrichandhutchins.com for additional information and to sign Anthony's guest book.
Memorial contributions may be to:
The Deering Masonic
Lodge Building Fund
102 Bishop St.
Portland, Maine
or the Center for Grieving Children
555 Forest Ave.
Portland, Maine 04101
Anthony Arthur 'Tony' Pereira
Jones, Rich & Hutchins
Funeral Home & Cremation Service
775-3763
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Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Pereira
Gretchen, Phil, Finn & Neve
August 2, 2011
Dear Mary, Jessie and Teddy - our hearts break for you in the life cut short for your husband/father. Anthony was so loved and made a difference in the lives of those he touched. What an example he has left for all of us in his legacy of service. How wonderful to read the comments and reflections of others which reaffirm the difference he made in such a short life. You are all loved and please know that we are here for you. Hugs to each of you.
Amy Johnson-Wiggin
August 1, 2011
I AM SO VERY SORRY MARI! I really don't know what to say expect how sorry I am and that I love you!
Amy Johnson-Wiggin
Steven Morgenstein
August 1, 2011
Jesse,
So sad to hear about your dad. We (your teachers) have been thinking about you and your family. You father was a great man and I am sure many people will miss him.We hope you are okay and we look forward to seeing you in September.
Carol Nylen
August 1, 2011
To the Pereiras,
I am stunned by your incredibly sad news. Just the entries in this guestbook speak to what an amazing man your dad/husband was, in all aspects of his life--whether it be work, play, umpiring, or family man. I am so sorry for your loss and please know that all of us at King are here for you.
Sheri & Stephen Shaw
July 30, 2011
Dear Mary, Jessie, and Teddy-
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Tony's accident. You are in our thougths in prayers during this difficult time. May all of the wonderful notes others have left in this guest book give you some solace.
Sara St Peter
July 30, 2011
Tony will always have a piece of my heart...he will be greatly missed, but we will be ever grateful for the wonderful memories of him. they will remain forever.
Robert Witkowski
July 30, 2011
The world is less interesting without Anthony, but it is a better place because of him. We are blessed to have had him in our lives, and honored to have shared his friendship. We will miss his kindness, generosity, and that wonderful laugh. Love, Bob, Liz, Samantha, and Alexandra
Nina Sauvan
July 30, 2011
Dear Ellie: My deepest condolances to you and the children on the loss of Anthony.
July 29, 2011
Dear Jessie and Teddy: I pray one day that you can look at this guest book not in sadness but with a smile in knowing that your father was well-respected and loved by so many people! Your father was exactly as everyone is stating here and more. And it is true as Jim stated "when they made him, they broke the mold"!
Marshall T. Graves
July 29, 2011
I served with Anthony in Germany, he was my roommate. He was the best man at my first wedding. I taught him how to eat crawfish, he taught me to laugh. Was looking forward to meeting up with him in AZ to do a ride. He meant the world to me. Tony.....you are my brother and I will miss you. I will be thinking of you often.
Elizabeth Eckhart
July 29, 2011
I AM SO SORRY ELLIE,,,SO SORRY,,,
Jim Ward
July 29, 2011
Anthony was many things to many people. He was kind, generous, loving, sweet, funny, calm, precise, mild-mannered, and above all had a great heart!
I knew Anthony as a friend, had the pleasure of serving with Anthony on the Board of Portland Bayside Little League, and also had the priveledge of working many games and sharing the field with him as a fellow umpire.
I am extremely saddened by his loss and miss him dearly and will continue to due so each and everyday and especially when I set foot onto a local softball or baseball diamond to work my future games. He will always be in my mind and heart!
My prayers and love go out to his loving wife Mary, his two beautiful children Jessie and Teddy, his Mom and Dad, and the rest of his extended family and friends!
It is a cliche', but it seems to fit here about Anthony! "When they made him, they broke the mold!"
There will never be another like Anthony Arthur "Tony" Periera!
We will meet again my friend one day and you can have the plate when I get there! Keep my spot ready for me for when it becomes my day to join you and and Bruce "Umpy' Smith on the "Field of Dreams" in heaven!
Good byr my friend! I love you and I miss you! May you rest in peace!
Mark Maroon
July 28, 2011
I just got to meet Anthony last year. He was one of the first people I had the honor of umpiring with. He was giving and caring; such a nice guy and warm soul. I am so sad for your horrible loss.
Sherrill Hutchison
July 28, 2011
I am sadden to hear of Tony's passing. I met Tony back around 1997ish while attending USM. We both ended up running for President of the Board of Student Organizations. I won but told Tony he needed to be the VP-as a team we could do great things. What a great year it was.
The happiest I ever saw Tony was the day that he married Mary. His face was just beaming a smile so big. And when their first child was born-he was estactic!
Just recently I found a box of pictures and there were quite a few of Tony and Mary's wedding that brought back alot of memories of a wonderful person and times.
My deepest condolances to Mary, Jessie, Teddy, family and friends. We have a lost a wonderful person who I am proud to have known and called a friend.
Rest In Peace Tony~you will be missed deeply by all who have been giving the greatest gift to have known you!
Clifford Rider
July 28, 2011
The world can't afford to lose good people. Good-Bye, my friend.
Bruce Lambatan
July 27, 2011
rest in peace Anthony...
CS Tham
July 27, 2011
My condolence to Anthony's family. Have an opportunity in knowing and meeting Anthony during his business visit to Penang last year. He was a forward looking, positive, and optimistic person. May peace and comfort be with his family.
amy morabito
July 27, 2011
My thought an prayers are with you an your family through this hard time.
Greg Campana
July 27, 2011
My deepest condolences. He was a good man. Surely, he will be missed.
Efren Estorba
July 27, 2011
RIP Anthony....
Jeffrey Wakeman
July 27, 2011
I first got to know Anthony at USM, we had several classes together then later as a coworker at Fairchild. He was both a great coworker and and excellent friend and he will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences to the family. You will be in my prayers.
July 27, 2011
Dear Ellie, please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss of Anthony. i cannot believe it I am so very very sorry. May God be with you and your family. Much love Roxy and Jack
July 27, 2011
when ever i played the "chicken dance"tony was always there doing the "chicken Dance right along with me
i asked tony once if heliked doind it as well as i loved plaing it and he said yes
seriously I'm going to miss tony he was
a true freind as wall as a"Fraternal" Brother" John Moulton
Bill Grant
July 27, 2011
My Dearest Ellie, sorry to hear of your loss. Over the years we have lost touch, but fond memories remaim. I think of you and your Mom & Dad often. I will hold you and the children in my prayers
Susan DeLong
July 27, 2011
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Tony's passing. I remember his last day at Fairchild before he left for his new job. He wore a Hawaiian shirt - I shook his hand and wished him luck in his new endeavor. I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that he was a great guy, admired by so many.
Jane & Pete Peterson
July 27, 2011
Anthony was such a wonderful person. May you find comfort in reading all the entries from those he touched. He was a special soul.
Charles Welty
July 27, 2011
Tony was a student of mine in the USM Computer Science Department. He was an excellent student and a very nice guy. I would occasionally run into him in Portland and he was always a pleasure to see and talk with. The last I heard of him he requested a recommendation from me for a job at Intel in Phoenix. It seems that he got that job. I am so sorry that his new home was his last.
Jason Roberts
July 27, 2011
To Mary and Family:
I had both the pleasure to work with Anthony for many years at Fairchild and to watch him umpire my son's baseball games. I will forever remember his smile and his positive perspective on life. My deepest condolences for your loss. Heaven has gained a great soul.
Connie Bailey
July 27, 2011
I am so Sorry for your loss! My heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. IF there anything that I can do four and it is within my power, please don't hesatate to call me. Connie Bailey.
Jason Power
July 27, 2011
Mary and family,
Tony will be missed. He was a great man to have known! I have known him for years. I knew him at USM and also at Fairchild. We worked on several projects together and his humor and disposition made it a pleasure to work with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jack AR
July 27, 2011
Dear Mary and family,
I've had a privilege to work, to know and finally get to meet Tony last year when he was in Penang. He will be missed.
My deepest sympathies,
John Swinconeck
July 27, 2011
I hadn't seen Anthony or his family for many years, but I have many good memories. I'm better for having known him and his wonderful family, and am so sad that he is gone.
Philip Arena
July 27, 2011
To the Pereira family - I worked with Tony for many years at Fairchild. He was one of a kind. His gentle heart, patient ways and joyous laugh will be missed. My deepest condolences for your loss.
Juditho Geronimo
July 27, 2011
This is really shocking and I'm really saddened on this news. We both shake hands last year(2010) the time we meet here in I.T park (Cebu, Philippines) having dinner together with IS Cebu folks.
My deepest condolence goes to Anthony's family.
Debbie Mockler-Hebert
July 27, 2011
To Mary and family:
I've had the privilege to work with Anthony for many years. He'll be missed by all of us. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
My sincere sympathy for your loss.
Aaron Basford
July 27, 2011
Mary and family, I worked with Tony at Fairchild, I knew him to be a gentleman and a great friend who served his community with honor. I know how proud he was of you all, how much he loved you. Please know that you are all in my thoughts during this hard time. He will be missed by many.
Rocco Diphilippo
July 27, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss and you have my sympathy. Tony and I worked together for many years at FSC and he was my friend. Mary, he spoke of you Teddie and Jessie often and we shared many stories together. He was highly respected and will be sorely missed by many. May God bless you, Teddie and Jessie and give you inner strength, during this great time of sorrow.
Sara Knowles
July 27, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. I both worked at Fairchild with him and also had the priviledge of having my son, Matty play Bayside Little League under his leadership. I pray that your family can be comforted by many positive memories of Tony. He will be missed. God Bless you all.
Mike Todd
July 26, 2011
I had the great privilege to have umpired the last few years with Anthony and can honestly say he was one of the finest, most upstanding gentleman to ever grace the baseball diamond. His sense of humor, unwavering fairness, and love of the game and all the kids who played it can not be replaced. He will be sorely missed by us all. Mary, Teddy and Jessie I hope that you can find some comfort in knowing what a respected and well loved man he was by all of his 'brothers in blue.'
Thomas Fortier
July 26, 2011
To Mary and family;
You have my sympathy. Tony was so proud of you all. We graduated from the same class at Thornton Academy and were baseball umpires together these past few years. He talked about all of you frequently. He was so excited to go to Arizona and start his new job. He was excited to have you join him. May Peace and comfort find you with time.
Heidi Czerkes
July 26, 2011
We are so incredibly sorry, Mary, Teddy and Jessie. Anthony was one of the few people that we knew who truly exuded JOY, no matter what the situation. We are grateful for having known him. We always joked that you guys were our "rock" in Portland - it didn't matter what time or day something happened, if we were in need, you were there to help. We will do our best to return that support now. We love you all VERY much.
Sarah&Harrison Smith
July 25, 2011
Mary, Jessie, and Teddy..We are so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a wonderful man and is so proud of you. We will miss his good humor, his laugh and the way tell he told stories. He was a wonderful husband, exceptional father, and dear friend. We love you all.
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