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Tony Souza RIP

November 2nd, 2016

Too often after losing a family member a person wishes they had spent more time with them. That’s the case with my nephew Tony Souza. I knew he was sick and the eventuality was we’d probably lose him. Maybe that’s the reason that I was distant. Now it’s too late and it will always be a regret.

Tony lost his battle with cancer on September 20th, 2016 and it was a battle. Toward the end, every time I saw him he seemed at peace. And every time before I saw him I found myself wondering how would I handle knowing that I was going to die. Tony gave me a great example of how I’d like to handle it. He was a father that loved his his kids dearly and when he was playing he could be like a little kid himself. Tony was a photogenic devil and had a smile that would light the room as well as your heart. I remember amazing him and his brother with mediocre nun chuck skills when they were younger. He never had an easy road and though some would say it was self inflicted I’d say a lot of it was just normal. Tony reminded me of me. Prone to mischief but massive amounts of love. It was the love that became Tony’s identity as he grew into a man. Love from a life defined by hardship. As I watched him struggle I saw him become more of man than myself.

Tony’s memorial service was today, October 29th. There were many tears, not for Tony but for those of us that will miss him. I think everyone knows he’s in a much better place and cancer free. He’s making somebody laugh. His mom told the youngest of his children that he went to work for God. I hope my ways here are good enough that when I pass I’ll see him and he can kind of tell me what’s going on and the way things work. His sisters and brother all spoke of him today at his service today. Following are comments from many who were in attendance. Some of them would only be understood by Tony and the person that wrote it. His brother declined to comment but he made us all laugh as he reminisced about Tony. The two had a unique relationship in the family.

Comments:

Richard Souza – Dad– One on top of two, raising the line.

Shirley Chattell – Meme– My rug rats 3, – 1.Tony, 2.Missy, 3.Mike., Now I have 2-. Tony will always be with me as #1. Many things things we’ve done. We will still do.

Jean Dobson – Grandmother– I will love him forever and will miss him.

Angela Davenport – Sister- He’s in my heart.

Kayla Labbe – Baby Sister- Being blessed as his family and sister and getting to be a part of his life.

Patty Chattell – Aunt- He was a great person and I will always love him and keep his memories alive. Love You Dear Nephew

Tina Chattell – Aunt- I will miss you and always love you. See you in the cards♥

Annette Laplante – Aunt- Let the Good Times Roll

Jen Clubine – Aunt- Tony you are my hero, my baby brother. There won’t be a second of the day that I don’t think about you. I Love You forever and a day

Loretta Meadows – Aunt- I love you and I miss you.

Guy Dobson – Uncle- All I can say is I will remember Tony for a person who didn’t back away (or) down from anything in life.

George Danyow – Uncle- I’ll miss him!

Mychael Meadows – Uncle- I love you. I miss you. Put in a good word with God for me and stay out of trouble. (wink, wink)

Josh Lane – Brother-in-law- Driving through Hartford streets, leaving job sites yelling “Hey Girl” to all the chickies.

Zyrah Figueroa – Niece- Thank you for comforting Jazmin and I in hard times and for protecting us from all things evil. I will always love you, Your niece Zyrah

Brandon Daugherty – Cousin- Tony made a huge impact on my life. As my godfather whenever I needed him he was there!

Melissa Marcure – Cousin- I will carry you with me everyday with all your love. Until we meet again. -miss you

Tim Beardsley – Cousin- My cousin, my friend love you

McKenzie Clubine – Cousin- Tony was always the person that made everyone smile, and laugh and he was just everybody’s rock, and everyone’s good time.

Mya Meadows – Cousin- I Hope you have found heaven.

Melvin C Figueroa Jr.  Daughter’s Godfather– Be Great, Live Life, love thou family unBelievable  memories.

Kristy – Friend- There was never a time I didn’t see a smile on Tony’s face! Rest peacefully we know you are watching over us.

Cheryl – Former Co-worker- We used to tease Tony that you couldn’t look anyone in the eye or you’d get pregnant! Charming ladies man (:

Mike D. – Friend- You crazy S.O.B. I’ll miss you. You almost killed me numerous times but you didn’t. I love you!

Jaimie DeBruycker – Friend- Tony’s heart will always be bigger than the world!

I had a difficult time reading some of these. If your concerned that I didn’t get your comment correct or complete or you’d like to leave a comment for Tony; please email me at myhome@HomeKeeperU.com and I will make the corrections or add the comment.

Hope and pray everyday for the cure for cancer. Cherish every moment you have with your loved ones. Keep the memory of those who have passed in a place of honor. Until time, keep your homes well.

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