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for Anthony LaCavera
Bill Carothers
July 6, 2005
I was always felt so welcomed by the warm, sincere and loving look in Anthony's eyes. His time here on earth was so stong and everlasting that I am sure he will always be present in the hearts of many. My sincerest condolences to Eldo Lew, Mrs. Antoinette LaCavera,
Vincent, Phillip and Michael LaCavera.
Shirley Semenyn Jallad
July 5, 2005
I have many happy memories of Anthony dating back to knowing him at Hillsdale College. He was a wonderful friend. He was a gracious host to me and my son when we visited in San Francisco. Anthony was a very special person. I am glad our paths crossed.
JAMES SUTTON
June 26, 2005
ANTHONY'S EUOLOGY
It's Jim, Anthony.
A very distinct honor has been given me- that being my speaking on the rich legacy of my dearest friend of 5 decades, Anthony John LaCavera, "Nino."
In acknowledging Anthony in the presence of and as specifically directed to - Eldo and Anne LaVacera, the primary persons in his life - along with Vincent and Mary, their children and Anthony's great nephews and nieces; Philip and Debbie and their three beautiful children; and his youngest brother, Michael, as well as these thoughts and feelings being intended to respresent all who have gathered here and those who were not able to be present, we celebrate a most wonderful, unique and loving being - Our Anthony - who embraced us all as his family - stranger and friends alike. I hope that these words will express their feelings along with my own.
How can so few words possibly encapsulate this beautiful soul, this giant force that touched our lives in so many profound ways? Condensing such a remarkable life-energy down to few words expressed in such a brief span of time, somehow seems so inadequate in depicting the breadth and depath of Anthony's Mastery of Life and his many ways of inviting each of us into sharing this journey.
Historically ( as found in the booklets made avilable to you) we have the accounting of a mere overview of Anthony's evolving story - aware that each of us has many of our own accountings to share. I hope as part of his on-going legacy we'll recall for ourselves and with others these memories of times spent in his company.
Our particular paths first crossed when we were about 10 years old - and remained constant to this day - 50 years plus.
Like you, I've been awed by not only Anthony's many concrete, specfic achievements ( business envisionary - founder and resturantor of the Tuba Gardens and the Magic Flute; real-estate investor; care-taker extraordinarie; as well as his multitude of other creative ventures); but, I've been more struck, more impacted in particular with the greatest admiration for his abstract qualities as a special human being. Commited to love of family and bringing friends into the fold to be his family. His ability to respect and accept differences. His aptitude to inspire each person's potential and take him or her from hopes and dreams into together their building a reality. This is the Anthony I have known.
Anthony's always been a proactive player, who drew us into moments of equaly living more fully.
Ah..and his great sense of humor - his wit--and his taking us by surprise and delighting in accomplishing this effect, getting us to also laugh at ourselves.
Didn't he have the most infectious way of lifting us up by his magnificent and engaging smile and kind words? There was also, beside the cherub that charmed us with his dimples, a bit of devilishness at times that tickled us too.
He and I could regress so quickly into laughing to the point of tears over such nonsense - returning readily to our earlier schoolboy days as chums - regardless of how much time elapsed or what situations interrupted our access because of distance, me being in the Midwest, his being on the West Coast - We remained constantly connected.
Wow, how he embraces life - so positively. The harmonizer who invested in making peace and comforting our wounds with such generosity of his time and attention, making us the most important being in his universe at a particular point in time.
These are the memories that will fill the temporary space we'll have from time to time in our grief.
Even though, Nostro Tesoro, Our Treasure, Anthony, has been taken, leaving us feeling too early a time, too short a life lived in years, we have all these wonderful, rich and rewarding encounters to bring his presence back to us - in our thoughts and in our hearts.
How happy now are those awaiting you. How joyful for us when once again you welcome us back into the fold of being again with you.
God's blessing, my dearest friend. I shall miss you terribly; but celebrate you always. Jim
Janet Thompson
June 20, 2005
I was so sorry to hear about Anthony's passing. I met him for the first time last October in Tuscany, and enjoyed his company and enthusiam for "la dolce vita". He was so kind and gentle, a truly wonderful man. I know he will be missed greatly by all who knew him. My sincerest condolences to Eldo and his family.
( amanda) sam conley
June 16, 2005
God bless you anthony. i met him in our villa in tuscany last Fall. what a wealth of information and creative ideas. michael, even though a part of you is gone for now, remember you have a very large extended family who loves you.
joan foley
June 15, 2005
Anthony shared his smile and infectious enthusiasm for life
with us all. Each suggestion in Italy was met with "that would be wonderful-". May Eldo, the LaCavera family and Anthony's friends carry that phrase and enthusiasm with them in honor of Anthony and because he showed us how.
A smile that warmed us all
June 15, 2005
ben .<gerd> wenske
June 12, 2005
MY dear NINO .Ithank you for giving me so much in live 15 wounderful years ,24 years a great partner in Tuba Garden, yes we had our diference but we always worked out .You made my learn to live a full live and aways smile ,what was not easy ,but you did it thank you ..One day we will meet agin my dear friend nino ,,,,Thank you Eldo to give so much love to Nino to the End he loved you very much ,,,and Bless you all dear Lacavera familie ,,we all miss him ,,,ben
Lennie Enzel
June 12, 2005
In October 2004, I met Anthony and Eldo at our villa in Tuscany. He was so kind, concerned for us all, and a fountain of knowledge. Because of him I got to visit the walled city of Lucca and had many wonderful experiences. I am sorry for his untimely death and extend my sympathies to all who knew him.
Lexie Quiring
June 11, 2005
Anthony was one of my dearest friends. We could count on each other for a smile.
My husband credits Anthony with teaching him how to invest in income property.
Together we renovated store fronts, we swirled around New York, we went to galas in San Francisco, we celebrated milestones in our lives and we shopped! all the while laughing and enjoying life.
Anthony is still influencing my life as he watches over his loved ones and all of us that were dear to his heart.
The echo of his sweet whispering voice with words of encouragement is with us each day.
David Salinas
June 10, 2005
My heart aches for the entire LaCavera family, my deepest condolences.
I remember the first time I met Anthony LaCavera. It was at his restarant he loved so much...The Tuba Garden. Michael brought me there for brunch. From the very beginning, Anthony was cordial and welcoming, he said "any friend of Michael is a friend of mine". I felt very fortunate to meet someone so wise, charming and witty. I will always remember Anthony's zest for life, his beautiful soul touched my heart. I personally feel safer on earth knowing Anthony is now an Angel wathching over his family and friends. Anthony will forever be missed.
michael strausz
June 8, 2005
A sweeter, nicer guy there never was.
michele echols
June 7, 2005
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Lacavera family. May God grant you the peace and strength to get through this verry difficult time. My heart reaches out to you, I'll miss his jokes and his wonderful smile.
Michele Echols
Bob and Dan Anders
June 6, 2005
We were so sorry to learn about Anthony' passing. We will miss his ready smile and kind word. We will keep his memory in our hearts.
Love,
Bob and Dan
jennifer Almodova
June 2, 2005
May God's grace and comfort be with Eldo, Antoinette, Vincent, Philip and Families, and Michael.
I will do my best to live the warmth, love, humor, light and inspiration that Anthony exemplified to me. Anthony believed in people and had the God-given ability to extract and lovingly show to you and others your best. His whimsical and very special sense of humor could transform the most mundane moment into a gem of rare quality, to be remembered and savored like a delicious meal which he had lovingly prepared.
His generosity of heart and spirit are examples to all of us, and I will never forget how he enthusiastically encouraged and coaxed my art career by allowing me to show at the Tuba Garden. His beatific spirit preceded him wherever he went, his heart was so big.
I can only derive comfort from knowing that God in Heaven has a new, wonderful, cherubic Angel in Anthony, in whom he is well pleased.
Christopher Garlington
June 2, 2005
My sincere condolences to Michael and the entire La Cavera family.
Michael Schroeder
June 2, 2005
I extend my deepest and heartfelt sympathy to Michael and the entire La Cavera family.
Nino my friend and hero-Judy Garland
June 1, 2005
Judy Garland
June 1, 2005
My dear Nino is gone but he is a part of my every day. He gave me the gift of his generousity in making it possible for me to move to California 32 years ago. He gave me the gift of his indomitable spirit -by his example and mentoring he inspired me in many aspects of my life. He gave me the gift of his faith as he taught me to "turn a lemon into a lemonade". And there was the gift of his love of people and life. I will remember all those times when we would look at each other in funny moments and have contagious giggles about what ever was going on which would leave me aching with joy. My hero, my touchstone I will miss you and love you always.
To sweet Eldo and the LaCavera family: I am so profoundly sad for your loss. It is an unfathomable loss and I pray that God will give you the strength and grace to go forward in your lives and the wonderful memories will help sustain you.
Leslie Taglio
May 31, 2005
I will always miss seeing Anthonys' smile....I loved all of his stories that he would tell.....and I loved how I always laughed...he would at times just call me up to check up on me...and always made me feel welcomed and special.....Anthony's world was magicial...My love is with him always....
Grace Marie Keane and Joseph Greenough
May 31, 2005
The world has changed with our loss of Anthony.
Having a fond last memory of Anthony's vist with us joined by Aunt Antoinette will forever bring smiles to our hearts. We spent hours viewing vintage family photos while listening to Aunt Antoinette tell us wonderful and sometimes amazing stories of our ancestors. We shared memories of our fathers and how much we always felt like brothers and sisters with 4 parents. We then toured the house commenting on momentos and furniture dating back to our Grandmother, Grazia LaCavera, again generating more stories. Then, as all good visits should end, we celebrated with wine and dinner.
A toast to a special man. God comfort my family in California, God comfort my family in Michigan, God bring comfort to Eldo.
Through this loss we have learned how precious friends and family are.
Jonathan and Jennifer Bourdeau Haft
May 29, 2005
Anthony always reminded me of a young John LaCavera (my grandfather). He was very charming, charismatic and seemed to always be at the right place at the right time. His smile and loving touch warmed my heart. Anthony was a wonderful cousin to me and my family, and a genuine and sincere nephew to my grandmother, Josephine. We wish we could be there in this time of need for Aunt Antionette, Vincent, Michael, Philip, and Eldo, but know that you are held close to our hearts. May God give you the strength you need to be at peace. Love to all.
Heidi Ferraro
May 29, 2005
We extend our deepest, heartfelt sympathy to Michael and the entire LaCavera Family.
Sincerely, Ed & Heidi Ferraro
Jan Mark
May 29, 2005
May God grant the entire LaCavera Family and Eldo the strength and love to get through. Our deepest, most heartfelt sympathy is with you at this time
Our love always,
Harriet, Jan and Heidi Mark
James & Anita Burns & Family
May 29, 2005
Our hearts are broken. Anthony was an inspiration to all of us. Family is so very important & being a LaCavera makes one feel so proud & special. Anthony was a very special person & a great cousin! God can not take away love...Anthony will always be remembered in our heart with the love & affection & the years of memories as a family. A big hug to Aunt Antoinett. We are so very much sorry for the lose of your son. Our prayers are with you & your whole family We are sorry we can not be there to comfort in this time of sadness. Our love to all...
Carl and Pat Mannone, Sr.
May 29, 2005
Aunt Antoinette, Vincent, Philip, Michael and your families. Our sincere sympathy on the death of Anthony. Also, to Eldo Lew on Anthony's death.
May God grant you the strength and peace needed in these trying final hour's as he has in the past during Anthony's illness and may he continue to watch over you and your families.
Always,
Richard, Carl, Jr., Tracy-ann and Carla-ann Mannone/George
May 29, 2005
We wish to extend our sincere sympathy to our cousin's, Vincent, Philip and Michael and to our Great-Aunt and Great,Great-Aunt Antoinette on the death of their brother and Son.
Adobe Creek Funeral Home
May 28, 2005
Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.
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