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for Alberto Santiago
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Marie & Mambo Gerry
June 2, 2011
Dearest Cano,
Again we are faced with another anniversary of your being taken from your beloved family and all of us. Even though I know you are resting in peace, it's little comfort at times like these because I still wish you were among us teaching Gerry more mambo steps. We remember you today with such fondness and much love. You live in our hearts everyday.
Te queremos mucho,
claudia diaz
June 2, 2010
dearest brother in-law,
i can't even express how much i miss you. your funny jokes and how you made everyone feel so special. aidan,marcellus, and melania still speak of you often and state that you are with the angels. thank you for all that you taught me and i will never forget you. love you, claudia diaz
Marie & Mambo Gerry
June 2, 2010
Cano,
Has it really been three years? Like Luisa mentioned below, Gerry and I also feel that it is still not a reality. You were so much bigger than life and that's why your presence is still with us. We miss you in our lives so much and look forward to seeing you one day again. In the meantime, we hope you are enjoying eternal peace in God's Kingdom. We will always love you!!
Luisa Santiago
June 1, 2010
Tomorrow your grandson turns 3 and we look at him and see you. He is so much like you in so many ways. Mike is such a wonderful husband and father. You would be proud to see the man he has turned into. As we celebrate your 3 year anniversary we remember you for the great person you were. I miss you soooooo much and i still don't think it's become a reality to me that your gone. I expect for me to walk into your house and hear you from the room asking Mike,"where's weezy...LOL". If I could make one wish it would be for you to have been able to see Izaiah. I know your in a better place now and you live on through Izaiah. I love you very much and thank god for bringing you into my life. Your truly missed and will never be forgotten!!
Marie & Mambo Gerry
June 21, 2009
Hey Cano,
Happy Father's Day.
We missed calling you today but I'm sure you heard us remembering you up in Heaven. I'm sure you and my dad celebrated your special day in style - with the Lord.
You are always in our hearts.
Marie & Mambo Gerry
June 2, 2009
Dear Cano,
We cannot believe that two years have gone by since you were taken from us. How we miss you!!! We were all together this weekend at Jeve's baby shower, and your prescense was greatly missed. It's so strange not to see your smiling face nor to hear your funny stories when we are all gathered at these family events.
I must tell you though, that you would really be proud of your Elizabeth and how strong she has been through all of this. The Lord is taking really good care of her but I'm sure you know that.
We love you and think about you all the time. We miss you so much.
TABATHA TORRES
January 11, 2009
DEAR COUSIN CANO, HAPPY NEW YEAR. IT HAS BEEB A WHILE SEEN I WROTE TO YOU.DON'T THINK THAT I HAVE FORGOTTEN ABOUT YOU, BECAUSE I HAVEN'T. SOETIMES IT'S HARD TO BELIEVE THAT YOU ARE GONE. ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS, AND THAT YOU WILL ALWAYS BE LOVED. LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU.
Luisa Santiago
July 19, 2008
Cano,
I can't believe it's been a year since we lost you. You meant so much to my life because you not only treated me like your daughter in law but like one of your own. You always knew the right things to say to make me feel better and helped Mike and I through hard times. Even though you weren't able to see your grandson i know your looking down on him and it's crazy because he is so much like you. I remember you used to always look for hawks and it's so amazing to see that now everywhere we go we see so many and we know it's you watching over us and protecting us. No matter how many years go by i will never forget how special you made me feel and what a great man you were. It's hard for me to say too much because it brings back memories of that day, but i wrote a poem dedicated you and in your memory. Love you and miss you more than i can say.
A day supposed to be filled with tears of joy, so soon was turned into tears of grief
the birth of a child but at the same time death of a father, so many mixed emotions, most of all feelings of disbelief
I remember the day he found out he was going to be a grandpa, his angelic eyes lit up as bright as the morning sun
he began to hug me as if he didn't want to let go, and began to tell me how with his grandson he would have fun
As the months went by I really began to grow in size, every time i would come visit he would say wow how big you are
rubbing my belly every chance he got and waiting for him to kick, putting my swollen feet on his lap to massage, telling me that i didn't have very far
Out to dinner one night he sensed I wasn't feeling well, telling everyone this was the day I would have my boy
while asleep at home I heard voices of him and his family toasting, the house got quiet and with all the pain I was annoyed
As he had said my son came at 5:51pm the next day, at his daughter's wedding he began to scream the good news
saying it was the happiest day of his life, few hours later his life we did lose
It hurts too much to write about someone so special, in the few years I knew him he taught me so much
I was his daughter in law, be he made me feel like so much more, angel in disguise is what he was, so many people lives he did touch
I will always remember him through the life of my son, he's the hawk that flies over us letting us know he's alright
i love you, miss you, and wish you could of seen Izaiah just once, but i know you're looking at him all the time, and protecting him through the night.
Michael Santiago
July 19, 2008
Dad,
I just want to start off by telling you that I miss you so much... You were the best dad in the world and I wake up every morning and tell myself that... If it wasn't for you I wouldn't be the man & father I am today... Izaiah says "Hi Grandpa"... We really miss you and I wish that you were here to watch the boxing matches on HBO and to take trips to Mens Warehouse... John & I are making sure that Mom is good even though she is all alone but she has the love and support from her sisters and friends... Anyways I love you and I wish you would just ring my doorbell, give me a big hug, and tell me that you loved me but I know that your in my heart forever... My success with my music will be for you. I love you very much...
Mikey & Izaiah
TABATHA TORRES
July 19, 2008
TO MY COUSIN CANO, IT IS SO HARD TO BELIEVE THAT YOU ARE GONE. I MISS YOU VERY MUCH. EVEN THOUGH I DIDN'T GET THE CHANCE TO SPENT TIME WITH YOU LIKE A COUSIN SHOULD, I WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU WERE MY FAVORITE COUSIN. I NEVER GOT THE CHANCE TO TELL YOU I LOVE YOU. SO PLEASE FORGIVE ME. CANO, I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART. YOU ARE ONE OF A KIND. PLEASE TAKE CARE OF MY DAD,AND I WILL SEE THE BOTH OF YOU ONE DAY.SO I LEAVE YOU WITH LOTS OF HUGS, AND KISSES.
Cindy Goetz
June 20, 2008
Liz,
What a beautiful tribute to Al. I always loved having him around when we did makeovers at your house. . .I think he was more interested in the pampering than the girls. . .don't worry everyone. . .he did not get a makeover. . .just gave out lots of compliments!! My love and prayers to you always! Cindy
Marcos Batista
June 12, 2008
Canon is easy to remember, because he was always smailing, he was good griend and good brother in Christ. He loved so much my 3 daughters Shennock, Sharon and Vernice. When he joined the Spanish Ministry at Riverside Church, a big changed happened in his life, the last year of Cano's life was so different, the Holly Spiritu of God was testifying that Cano is his son. I have missed Cano a lot, but in the ohter hand I feel satisfied, because I know that he is with our Lord Jesus Christ in Heven. I always remember his smailing face. Pastor Marcos Batista
Nellie Lefteratos
June 12, 2008
My dearest Brother Cano,
Although it has been a year since the Lord has sent for you, it feels that you are still here with us. You are an amazing person and just another angel that the Lord has sent for. We miss you but we know that you are rejoicing and sitting at the right hand of the father.
With all our love,
Nellie, Spiro, Alex and Kamille
felix diaz
June 7, 2008
DEAR BROSKY, ITS BEEN A TOUGH YEAR FOR MY FAMILY AND I NOT HAVING YOU AROUND. I WILL CONTINUE TO MAKE YOU PROUD, FOR ALL OF THE THINGS YOU HAVE SHOWN ME IN LIFE, ESPECIALLY, HOW TO BE A DAD. NOW REMEMBER,YOU ARE IN GOOD HANDS. MOM IS SERVING YOU RICE AND BEANS ,DON'T BE GREEDY, LEAVE SOME FOR ME WHEN WE MEET AGAIN. LOVE YOU,MISS YOU,AND I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.
YOUR LITTLE BROTHER, FELIX JR
CANO,
I MISS YOU SO MUCH. COMING TO THE HOUSE AND ALL OF THE GOOD TIMES WE SHARED. YOU WERE ALWAYS A GOOD LISTENER AND I FEEL SO HONORED TO HAVE BEEN A PART OF YOUR LIFE FOR 9 YEARS. YOU WILL ALWAYS HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART. THANK YOU FOR LOVING ME AND MY CHILDREN SO MUCH. LUV YOU, YOUR FAVORITE SISTER IN LAW, CLAUDIA
Jereme Marlow
June 7, 2008
Tio,
I can't believe that a year has gone by already. It has been difficult spending the holidays and events without you. Graduation was difficult without you. A Godfather plays an important role in a young man's life and you have made my life better by being there. I miss you every day and will continue to remember the great times with you. I love you very much.
Jereme
Yolanda & Philip Marlow
June 7, 2008
Hey Compi,
It’s incredible that a year has already passed since you were called from this life to the next. You have no idea how much we miss you. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about you in one way or another. It may be a song that I hear that I can see you dancing clearly or a television commercial that I can hear your laughter or just a wonderful memory of you and Liz.
I remember how you used to tell me that you could not leave Liz because she would get fat. Well, I’m keeping an eye on her with that Rocky Road ice cream!
This past Christmas was extremely difficult for us because you would always walk through the doors of our home on Christmas Day at about 7:00 p.m. with your handsome self, Liz, John and Michael bearing gifts for your Godson, Jereme and Nicole. You were not with us physically but you were with us spiritually.
We will always remember the good times (and there were plenty) from the backyard parties in New York to the great parties here in Florida. You will always live in our hearts and will never be forgotten! We will always be there for Liz, your children and grandchildren.
Give my dad a big hug for us!
We love you, R.I.P.
Yolie & Phil
Tom Kempf
June 6, 2008
He was a real man, good husband, patient and caring father, and an example to others of how Jesus Christ can change a life commited to Him. I miss my friend but thank God for the time he was with us.
Sharon & Jose Perez
June 5, 2008
We will always remember Cano and the way he made us feel at home. He had a very inviting spirit. It as a pleasure to be around him. He enjoyed every moment and lived life to the fullest. Be Blessed Liz and the boys. We love you and are always remembering you in our prayers.
Michael Salazar
June 5, 2008
With much Love and rememberance, to a great friend and counselor, full of patience and kindness,,,,
Carmen Rojas
June 5, 2008
My condolences to my dear friend, Liz, her children and other family members on the first year anniversary of their loss.
I remember Cano from when I first met him over 30 years ago. He and Liz were dating. Cano was tall and handsome and had a very warm and friendly smile. One could see right away that they were very happy to be in each other's company and he was loving and devoted to her. It was a very happy time in their lives and I am glad that I was able to share in that. They were young and in love. I knew they would be married one day.
We are thankfulf for all of God's blessings -- the memories of the wonderful life that they shared, their sons, John and Michael, and their lovely grandchildren.
All my love to the family as we remember Cano today and forever.
Carmen Rojas
Isaac and Yevy Colon
June 5, 2008
Zach,
It seems like only yesterday since you've been gone but I just want to say that we miss you and love you!
Marie and Mambo Gerry Tulman
June 4, 2008
My dear friend Cano,
It is so hard to believe a year has gone by already - it seems like only yesterday you were taken from us. Mambo Gerry and I think of you all the time and still can't really grasp the fact that you are in Heaven and not here with us, although we take comfort from knowing that you are with the Lord.
We have such wonderful memories of you, especially the times when you would teach Gerry the mambo and you would lead him. I think about our years back in the Bronx on Dawson Street and 152nd Street. I also miss your voice when I would call your house looking for Lizzie and you would tell me, "Elizabeth's not here right now - she's running around."
You have left a gaping hole in our hearts which no one can fill and our world is not the same without you in it. Yet, we continue to live on, in the hopes that one day we will be doing the mambo with you again. I know you are dancing your way around Heaven with my Dad, so continue dancing my friend - hopefully we will join you on that Heavenly dance floor someday!
Our hearts go out to your beloved Elizabeth and all of your children and grandchildren on this, your first anniversary. We love you and miss you very much. You will live in our hearts forever.
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