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for Anthony Crisafi
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Elisa Dumesnil
October 24, 2012
Six years ago today, we surrounded you as you left this place. In 2006, the world got a little quieter on October 24th. But I can still hear your voice, Uncle T -- I can. And I know it'll be found in the cheers we'll hear coming across the bay tonight from Game 1 of the 2012 World Series.
This photo is an ofrenda/altar of remembrance Mia and I made a few weeks ago to honor your 55 yearsat a Dias de los Muertos event. But we need no papers or candles or marigolds to remember you. You live on in your girls, you live on in your step-kids, you live on in those of us who knew what it was like to have a twinkly-eyed Uncle Tony hug you while singing Frank Sinatra on Christmas Eve.
Everyone who knew you knows deep down that on the Giants home field, after a win, when Tony Bennett croons his "I Left My Heart in San Francisco," you're singing along with him. I look forward to hearing from yous-two tonight. To my first love, Uncle Tony … borrowing (with a twist) from your hometown team's slogan …
Alone, You. Were. GIANT.
Love you. Miss you. So glad we had you.
February 8, 2012
Tony,
Just wishing we could have had 30 more years together.....
Michelle
Michelle Crisafi
June 3, 2011
Tony,
I miss you so much! Al and Andrew have accomplished so much since you left us. Their success is always connected to you and all that you did to inspire and guide them. You would be so proud...........we love you forever!!!
Michelle
October 4, 2010
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Beth Crisafi
November 5, 2009
Missing you today daddy. I love you and really am so grateful for the memories and all your love. You will always be a part of my life and always in my heart.
Ali Crisafi
October 24, 2009
Today marks the third year anniversary since you died, I can't believe it's already been three years. It seems like yesterday when we used sing in the car together while you were driving me to school and when we used to sit on the couch together watching Jeopardy and Syracuse basketball games on TV and dressing head to toe in Syracuse gear. I love you daddy and you will always be in my heart.
Your Ali Baba/ Bertbertalero
Michelle Crisafi
July 27, 2008
Tony,
There are no words to express how much I miss your voice, your touch, your laugh......your love and friendship. I am grateful the kids and I had you in our lives for as long as we did. I'm sorry you had to suffer and knowing you are at peace makes me feel better. I will always love you and you weren't kidding when you told me that you were the best person for me. God I hate it when you are right.........xxoo
Phil Frengs
March 2, 2007
To Tony's family:
I just read in the Serra Traditions the sad news about Tony's passing. It had been years between visits with Tony going back to Serra High School days, visits at Santa Clara when I would come up from UCLA to stay with my pal Bruce Reeks seeing Tony and other Serra alumns and several of our class of 69 reunions. Just a couple of years ago while I was visiting the Bay Area with my closest friend, we had arranged to play Lake Merced CC. In the locker room as we prepared to go out I heard much laughter and a very familiar loud and infectious voice from several locker rows away....going to investigate there was my old friend Tony with pals including another Class of 69 grad, Dick Nicolopulos having finished their morning round. warm words were excahnged and promises to play a round of golf on a future Bay Area trip at LMCC or the Olympic Club or in Los Angeles .
To Tony:
Pal and I am sorry we never got in those 18 holes.
My sincere condolences at this late time to all of your family and friends. I know you are missed, but with your fabulous and uniquely warm personality everyone has to be carrying special memories of you. God Bless all who loved and cared for Tony.
Nancy and Dennis Lee
November 28, 2006
Dear Michelle and the Crisafi Family:
My step son Bob and Michelle’s daughter Al went to St. Matt’s together. They lost touch over the years but Bob just heard about Tony’s passing yesterday from a mutual friend. My husband and I are deeply saddened and sorry that we were not able to extend our condolences sooner.
I have known Michelle for over 20 years but only had the pleasure of meeting Tony a couple of times. It was obvious what a special couple they were and I was so pleased that Michelle had found love and happiness. Reading all of the wonderful entries tells me that his passing will leave a huge void in the lives of many. I am sorry that we did not get to know him better.
Our hearts and prayers go to out to Michelle and all of the Crisafi family on your loss.
Sincerely,
Nancy and Dennis Lee
Ron & Loree Rinck
November 19, 2006
Dear Michelle, Nick, Anna and family: Words can not express how saddened we were and are of Tony’s passing. Our family has been privileged to know the Crisafi family for over 30 years. Some may find it strange that we looked forward to having our taxes prepared, spending an hour, or more, depending on golf and travel stories, with Nick and then with Tony. You, are all, in our hearts and prayers and we will never forget the laughing, joking, fun loving and tax saving, Tony.
Ron and Loree Rinck
San Francisco
Joe & Lois Erasmy
November 14, 2006
Michelle:
Tony was a special friend and the best business partner. He touched all of us in a very special way. His absence will leave a deep void for a long, long time.
Sheila Titus
November 13, 2006
Dear Michelle, Nick and the rest of the family:
I worked with CSW for 2 years and then had to quit on a/c of my husband being transfered out of CA. Tony was a very nice boss, not just to work with but he was also very warm and human ( a trait he probably inherited from his father Nick). I am so glad he touched my life. When I found out about his death I was shocked. I cannot imagine him dead, he was so large and jovial that it looked like he would remain like that forever and I will always remember him like that. My deepest sympathies to all of you.
Pat Murphy
November 2, 2006
To Michelle and Family,
We were all so sad, here in Ireland, to hear of Tony's passing.
I first met Tony 20 years ago when he came here on a golf tour with my cousins. Over the years since then we have had many wonderful memories of great friendship, golfing rivalry and pints of Guinness.
Tony was always a wonderful companion and great friend whose huge personality lent lustre to every occasion. We will all miss him dearly.
My Dad, Bobby, has asked that I include him in my remarks. Tony's death has left him very saddened.
To you Michelle and the Family I would like, on behalf of all the Murphys in Dublin and Wicklow, to extend our deepest sympathy and we pray God will give you the strength and courage to cope with your great loss.
Erik Pounds
October 31, 2006
Dear Crisafi family,
I feel very lucky having the opportunity to get to know Tony very well when I was playing golf at USF in the late '90s. Just seeing Tony always made the day better because of his light and "always happy" personality. For this reason, Tony was the best on road trips because he was the perfect offset to Dick N. Those two together were a road show in itself. I cannot imagine anyone not wanting Tony around. I miss not being able to see Tony 2-3 times per week.
Sincerest condolences.
Aidan Murphy
October 29, 2006
Sincerest sympathies to Tony’s family, he was a big man with a big personality and a big heart, he will be sadly missed.
Aidan Murphy – Blackrock, Dublin, Ireland
Alexa Baldassano
October 28, 2006
Ali, Beth and Madeline...
i have been thinking about you guys everyday since and would do anything to be in CA with you at this time. Your Dad was a great guy, of course i remember him from chadwick beach but I also remember the last time he was in NY to move Beth into syracuse for her first year of college and we all went to your grandmothers house, he made everybody laugh and have a good time. i am extremely sorry for your loss and i wish i could be there with you right now. i am thinking about you and your family. i love you guys so much, stay strong.
Anita Farrell Elfving
October 28, 2006
When my friend Sheila Moroney Santero told me of Tony's passing I was stunned and saddened. Although we went to Notre Dame Belmont, many of us dated Serra Boys and I was no different. Tony was my boyfriend Carlo's best friend and I was lucky enough to be amongst one of the strongest bonds of friendship and loyalty I had ever seen - and remember to this day.
The last time I saw Tony was at Mrs. Dumesnil's funeral and he had not changed an iota - and I smiled all the way back to Bonny Doon, the memories of the times enjoyed in high school having been reignited...
During slow times in the summer, just hanging out, Tony would get out his accordion and play for us with a touch of humor and joy at his gift of fun he brought to us then and to all everywhere he went. He was fun to be around and a truly nice guy. I was lucky to have known such nice guys and have carried those wonderful memories with me my whole life...
I am sorry for the loss to his wife, children, parents, the family and the close friends - legions, without a doubt.
He will be remembered; he is amongst all he touched; his legacy continues with the smiles he brought to our faces and the memories that bring them back.
I am so sorry for your loss.
len baldassano
October 28, 2006
Beth and Ali and the Cristafi Family,
Our condolences to you from your east coast family in your time and need. When we heard about your father's long suffering we (cousins Matt, Alexa, and Lindsay)were all with you. We talked about it often with the updates that came from your mom. Tony was like part of our family. The moments we shared together at the Jersey shore during the those many summers that you visited were memorable and will always be etched in our minds. I know your father will always be with you in spirit and he and your family's hearts will always be held in our hearts.
Cousin Len
Jeanette Baldassano
October 28, 2006
Beth, Ali and Madeline,
Tony was a larger than life guy who had a wonderful way about him. All those summers at the Jersey shore wouldn't have been the same without him cruising by with a super sized cup of wa wa coffee, early in the morning, keeping cool in the a/c car. He was always the first one up. We had a lot of laughs and a lot of fun. He was fun to be around and made everyone feel good. I feel lucky to have known him. I am so sorry for your loss.
Lindsay Baldassano
October 28, 2006
Hi My Favorite Cousins Beth, Aly, Maddy and Fam-
I know we have been crying, mourning, and fluttering around frantically all week but I would like to take a minute to let you know how I remember your dad...
My memories of your dad are still so clear and vivid, although most of them took place as children down at the infamous "chadwick beach". I remember laying in bed at night after my parents had tucked me in, snoozing off, and waking to your dad's loud gregarious laugh coming from the living room...always followed by a " YOU CHEATED, IT IS TO A WORD!". I would sneak downstairs of our 2 bedroom un-airconditioned beach house, to find Tony in the middle of what seemed to be the most intense scrabble game of the century to the point where 401k's were on stake, from the sound of it!
Every time I saw your dad the first thing that would come to my mind would be "PAAARRTTTYY!!! Can we go to seaside heights tonight? where's Beth?".
Your dad was always down for seaside! We bonded instantly bc of that! And when your dad would answer the overasked question with a "yes", automatically all the old boring people thought the idea was great! Tony had this great way of making people have fun- even if it was doing something they were never fond of.
I remember one time your dad told me that he went on the "pirate ship" ride, threw up, and caught it on the way down from the ride. What a lier, but me and my brother were so intrigued and thought it was the coolest thing ever!
Your dad was an amazing man, and father, always chasing all the kids around the beach smearing sunblock on everyone's faces. He was so reliable and caring, from making sure I got my choco taco from the icecream truck (even if it was before dinner), to making sure my taxes were done on time... even if I submitted them April 14th. He is a man that I would feel cheated not having the opportunity to know. He was strong, bold, warm, and funny and encorporated many different qualities that made him special to me, and the rest of the world. I am devastated about his loss.
Love you all I am SOO sorry :(
Lindsay Baldassano
October 28, 2006
Hi My Favorite Cousins Beth, Aly, Maddy and Fam-
I know we have been crying, mourning, and fluttering around frantically all week but I would like to take a minute to let you know how I remember your dad...
My memories of your dad are still so clear and vivid, although most of them took place as children down at the infamous "chadwick beach". I remember laying in bed at night after my parents had tucked me in, snoozing off, and hearing your dad's loud gregarious laugh coming from the living room...always followed by a " YOU CHEATED!". I would sneak downstairs of our 2 bedroom un-airconditioned beach house, to find Tony in the middle of what seemed to be the most intense scrabble game of the century to the point were our parents could have been gambling off their 401k's from the sound of it!
Every time I saw your dad the first thing that would come to my mind would be "PAAARRTTTYY!!! Can we go to seaside heights tonight?".
Your dad was always down for seaside! We bonded instantly bc of that! And when your dad would answer the overasked question with a "yes", automatically all the old people thought the idea was great! Tony had this great way of making people have fun- even if it was doing something they were never fond of.
I remember one time your dad told me that he went on the "pirate ship" ride, threw up, and caught it on the way down from the ride. What a lier, but me and my brother were so intrigued and thought it was the coolest thing ever!
Your dad was an amazing man, and father, always chasing all the kids around the beach smearing sunblock on everyone's faces. He was so reliable and caring, from making sure my hamburger was cooked perfectly to making sure my taxes were done on time... even if I submitted them April 14th. He is a man that I would feel cheated not having the opportunity to know. He was strong, bold, warm, and funny and encorporated many different qualities that made him special to me, and the rest of the world. I am devastated about his loss.
Love you all I am SOO sorry :(
Nancy Sciabica
October 27, 2006
Dear Anna and Nick,
My mom and I are deeply saddened by your loss. I will remember Tony mostly for his smile and outgoing personality. With our Dads being business partners for so many years, and seeing each other grow up (Christmas parties, and such with 'The Debonairs') I viewed Tony sort of like a cousin.
I remember he brought some needed humor to our Dads' office when I worked there years ago, and sometimes I saw in him the sensitivity that goes with working with Dads. We had that in common --wanting to please our Dads.
The last time I saw Tony, at my Dad's funeral, I appreciated his warm and sincere expression of sympathy. My mother and I extend our prayers and thoughts and embracements to you at this time and always.
Nancy Sciabica
daughter of
Sam and Gloria Sciabica
Angela Brosche
October 27, 2006
Dear Crisafi Family,
Having Uncle Tony as my God Father was something so comforting and made me feel like one lucky girl. I always knew if I ever needed anything, I can turn to him. He was someone I truly admired and I was always so excited to see him. I think I almost knocked him over a few times jumping at him for a bear hug. I will always cherish my time with Tony and will never forget the memories. His voice, his laugh, his smile, and mostly his stories. He was a huge part of my childhood. Not only was he a God Father I adored, he was a treasured friend to my Dad. I will continue to love and be proud of him, forever!
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I know the pain and tears this brings.
All my love,
Angie
Tom Fanucchi
October 27, 2006
Dear Crisafi Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Tony will be dearly missed. How can seeing your accountant be fun? Well I'll tell you... Tony always made it fun with his wit and personality. We would talk about family, friends, golf, and Serra basketball. We will miss Big T !!!
Tom & Kathy Fanucchi
Mike & Jean Coffman
October 27, 2006
"Dear Michelle and family,
I can't tell you how much I loved being with Tony on our many golf trips. His love of life and his loyalty to his friends was unmatched. I always looked forward to seeing him on my trips to the Bay Area. I will miss his laugh and his constant chatter on the golf course.
From my family our deepest sympathies and prayers for you in this difficult time.
Teri Zanette
October 27, 2006
Tony was always so kind and helpful to me in the world of accounting of
which I was so green. I will remember him for his special attention and
help as my accountant for Miss Teri Dance Studio.
Jim & Elle Smith
October 27, 2006
I've known Tony since the Serra Days and now he is my accountant - he was the best. My deepest condolences to his family.
Beth Crisafi
October 27, 2006
Hi Everyone,
I am Beth Crisaf, Tony's 23-year-old daughter, and I just wanted to thank everyone so much for all of your love and support during this hard time. Being able to read about all the personal memories that you shared with my dad is so heart warming and therapeutic.
I love you dad so much and I miss you.
Beth
Nikki Sandars
October 27, 2006
I am so sorry to hear that Tony is gone. I worked for Crisafi, Sciabica, and Woodward for 10 years. He was a rain maker extraordinaire, so ebullient. All his clients loved him. He was a great multi-tasker. Cell phones were invented for him. The golf courses were his office annex. He lived life with gusto and as evident by all these entries, he will be long remembered.
Kristy Gabriel
October 27, 2006
Dear Crisofi Family -
I am blessed to have had many fond memories of "Uncle Tony" over the years I've known the Dumesnils. My heart goes out to all of you. We love you very much.
Kristy Lepley Gabriel & Josh Gabriel
Carlo Rossi
October 27, 2006
Michelle and Family: our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Tony was one of kind and will be missed by us all. I feel fortunate to have grown up with him; he made a difference in the lives of those he touched. Much love always. Carlo Rossi & Missy Danneberg
The Murphy Family
October 27, 2006
The Murphy Family will miss Tony in so many ways.
He was our friend and our confidant. We were blessed to have him be such an intregal part of our lives.
We will never forget him.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Michelle and the Crisafi Family. May God Bless you and give you strength during this difficult time.
With Love always,
Declan, Gene, Damian
Michael, Cindy & David Scanlon
October 27, 2006
Michelle, Andrew and family,
we are so saddened by your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Laura Delisle
October 27, 2006
Dear Beth,
You are an extremely beautiful woman, both inside and out, and you possess many of your father’s characteristics, that made him such a wonderful person. I’ve always known that he thinks the world of you and you will continue to make him proud.
Your father will forever be our own honorary Syracuse U fellow alumni. He’ll still be checking the Daily Orange, the quad web cams, and have the urge to call you at every single football and basketball game. The memories I have of your dad, will be with me always. He will be truly missed, and never forgotten!!!
Best wishes to the entire Crisafi family & friends!
With lots of love,
Laura
{Beth’s College Roommate }
Ramon Flores
October 27, 2006
Crisafi family:I send you my sincere and deepest sympathy on the loss of Tony. I thought the world of him and valued his advise, I will miss him very much, he will always be remembered in our thoughts and prayers.
Ramon Flores (Larry Zelayeta's son)
Jennifer Jarrett
October 27, 2006
Dear Crisafi Family,
My thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences are with you during this very difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Jennifer Jarrett (Ali's former Spanish teacher)
Laura Skolnick (Zelayeta)
October 27, 2006
Dear Michelle and family,
When my dad, Larry gave me the news I was truly saddened.He was like a brother to my dad and will be missed greatly. He was a wonderful family friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Jason Whitney
October 26, 2006
Tony went to EVERY basketball game at Serra. Every time there was a bad call against on our side of the court, Tony would be the first one off his feet going crazy at the ref. I'm pretty sure the basketball program would be hard pressed to find a bigger fan. I never saw Tony in a bad mood, it looked like he could never get upset with anything except a whistle-happy referee. I'm glad I was honored with the opportunity to meet him, he was one of the people that makes the world a better place every time he stepped out the door.
John Rossi
October 26, 2006
The Rossi family sends their heartfelt condolences to the Crisafi's. Tony was a fixture in our home when I was growing up. His larger than life personality, and laughter will never be forgotten
Hal & Jean Masamori
October 26, 2006
Dear Michelle & family,
Please accept our heartfelt sorrow over the loss of your Tony.
What a priveledge and joy it is to have known him. With his sharp wit, joyous smile, hearty laugh and generous nature, he will always remain, "One of A Kind" to us.
We will treasure the moments spent in his company.
Sincerely, Hal & Jean
Amanda, Dan, Emma, Colin & Dylan Byard
October 26, 2006
Michelle and Family,
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brianna Read
October 26, 2006
Crisafi family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers, and my families prayers are with you.
Love,
Brianna Read
Nina Stahl
October 26, 2006
Dear Michelle and family,
Tony was a wonderful man with a lively personality. He truly had a way with words and could tell a story like no other could. He was a wonderful man, and will be greatly missed. Michelle our deepest condolences to you and your family. Loosing a best friend/husband/father is so very hard but remember the good times and you will remember his great smile and personality. Tony is in a peaceful place looking down upon us all....
Love, Ron and Nina Stahl
Donna Irvine-Trenkwalder
October 26, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the Crisafi family. I met Tony while in high school and would like to share with you a fond memory I have of Tony. As you well know, Tony loved life, friends and cruising Burlingame in his teenage years. He'd speed up Adeline Drive with the car radio blaring, honking & waving to all that he knew while keeping a constant beat to the music with anything handy-a pencil or if all else failed-his hands. I always knew when Tony was outside our house because you could hear his contagious and loud laugh and could feel his energy before he ever knocked on the front door. When I think about Tony it warms my heart. He was a great guy that I am proud to have called my friend.
Joanne Merjano
October 26, 2006
Dear Anna, Nick, and family,
I am Jimmy and Helen Merjano's daughter. I remember Tony from the various Xmas parties and other family gatherings that "The Club" had years ago. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joanne Merjano
Kara Blankenship
October 26, 2006
Dear Beth and Crisafi Family,
Although there is not enough that can be said to express our feelings, just know that your Dad is always with you in your heart and spirit. Try to relish in the happy times you had together and the memories that will never fade away! I love you all and do not hesitate to contact me if you need anything.
All my love,
Mark Campion
October 26, 2006
As a fellow member of the Lake Merced family and someone who spent many wonderful afternoons playing golf with Tony, I shall miss him a great deal. It is so terribly sad when wonderful people are taken early.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and family.
With deepest sympathies,
Larry Zelayeta
October 26, 2006
Dear Michelle and family
I am treasuring a e-mail Tony sent me on 10/18. He was so upbeat and told me he was going in for one more treatment on Monday and he would call me when he got out later in the week. I am devastated knowing that is not going to happen.
Michelle, I don't think I have to tell you how much I loved Tony, his passing has left an enormous void in my heart,Accept my deepest condolences for you and your lovely family.
All my love.
Larry Zelayeta (Hillsborough, CA)
Rex Aberle
October 26, 2006
Michelle and family,
I met Tony while attending USF (90-93) and playing for the
golf team.I will never forget the good times and laughs with Tony,
Coach Nicolopolus and Pat Murphy.We became good friends over the years
and I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Al and Ellen Mazzoni
October 26, 2006
Dear Crisafi Family, please know our thoughts are with you as we all mourn Tony's death. He was a larger than life personality who's spirit will go on forever in our hearts and memories.
Tony & Michelle they had a love for each other that was enviable
October 26, 2006
The Partners of CS&W 2000. Boy how things changed.
October 26, 2006
Christmas at the Office Party 2000 Didn't we all look nice! Thanks Tony
October 26, 2006
Annual Christmas Toast...Must have been hard to think of something to say??? Not Tony
October 26, 2006
Ann Castellucci
October 26, 2006
Growing up as a teenager with Tony, there was never a dull moment. His wit and charm were well developed even then. To his family, please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of a great human.
Matthew Baldassano
October 26, 2006
Beth and Ali,
My heart goes out to you. Your father as I knew him every summer as a kid, at the Jersey shore, was someone I was always looking forward to seeing and upset when he wasnt able to make it. His positive and inspiring outlook on life has impacted me as I've grown up. I am extremly sorry about your loss and know that he is still watching out for you as he always has. God Bless you and your family in this time of mourning.
Cousin Matt
October 26, 2006
Dear Michelle and Family,
We send you our sincere and deepest sympathy. We want you know that you are in our thoughts and our prayers. With all our love, Fred, Arlene Callegari and Family
Ali Crisafi
October 26, 2006
I am Tony's 17 year old daughter. I love how they have this guestbook online. I wanted to thank all of you for your support and being their for my dad and my family. It means the world to me. I know my dad appreciates it alot. I love and miss my daddy so much, but I know he is in a better place and no longer suffering. I love you Daddy!
Love,
Ali Crisafi
Brian Duensing
October 26, 2006
My name is Brian Duensing. I'm Judy and Dick's nephew. I don't know if you remember me but I want to say how saddened I am for your loss. I got to see Tony for the last time in Palm Springs and it was a joy to just be around him. He was a very special man. The world is a lesser place with this loss.......
Pamela Gomez (Verna)
October 26, 2006
I am the daughter of one of Nick and Ann's good friends, Rico & Olga Verna. I am so saddened to hear of the loss of a wonderful father, son, brother and friend. Tony and all your family will be in my thoughts and prayers -
Elena Zelayeta
October 26, 2006
Michelle and family,
My father, Larry, called me yesterday broken hearted, to tell me of Tony's passing. He was a dear friend to our family and i just wanted you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jeannie Sauleau
October 26, 2006
Dear Michelle,
My sincere sympathy to you and your family in your loss of Tony. I'm so glad we had the opportunity to enjoy the evening with both of of you at Dec and Em's party, and working with you both on your trip.
Such a fun guy, and will be missed by all who have been blessed to meet him. Jeannie and Christian
rae howard
October 26, 2006
Please except my condolences, tony will
be missed. he always brightened the office when he came over for lunch with Dec.
sincerely
rae howard
Nancy Keating
October 26, 2006
Dear Michelle and family. Even though Hank and I never officially met Tony, we heard many wonderful stories about him over the years. You and your children are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Nancy and Hank Keating, East Windsor, NJ.
Fred Cesano
October 26, 2006
My name is Fred Cesano and you wouldn't know me but I went to Serra High my freshman year with Tony back in 64-65. Tony and I were in homeroom together and it took me one whole day to become a very good friend to him.
I left Serra after that year but I would see Tony along with his great group of friends from time to time just as kids did back then. We would run into each other at A&W's or Jack in the Box or at a dance...And I think the worst part of leaving Serra was giving up hanging out with that great group of guys. I would think back to my days then and always have a smile on my face thinking about how funny he was and just what a good guy he was over all. Our homeroom was a good one with Tom Caselli and Denny Colonico and a bunch of others...Although, I haven't seen Tony in at least 30 years, I wanted you know how saddened I was to see this in the Chronicle today..
Please accept my deepest condolences and I will hope for the best for you and your family. God Bless you all..
mj mccormick
October 26, 2006
My heart is with Michelle, Tony's mom & dad & sister Roz, Beth & Ali, Al and Andrew. Also, everyone in both families. I loved Tony....
There will never be anyone like
him. He will be missed forever. He
will be in my heart forever.
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