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Welcome to Tony’s Blog! This is a great place to leave messages of hope and encouragement for Tony and his family.
fri3nd - April 16, 2008 at 7:02 pm |
Thank you all for your support. I wish I could be there to help more.
liltoni - April 24, 2008 at 6:29 pm |
Lets see……being that he is my Dad I would have to say I first meet him on March 24, 1982. I love you DAD
fontesnicci - April 25, 2008 at 3:51 am |
Hi. cuz this is your cousin chris /godson, It has been a long time since we have talked. I would very much like to get in touch with you .I am how ever working 7 days a week 10 hrs days intill May 8th or I am home every night after 5:30. I would love to see you and carla. My number is 636-928-8977 or call my cel 314-920-2524. sincerly chris aiello
chrisaiello1 - May 2, 2008 at 11:05 pm |
I met my father a long time ago. He is the greatest man I know. An if you have had the opportunity to be a part of his life you to would agree that if you needed anything at all, anytime day or night, he would be there for you. Please help us spread the word about our website as we hope all his friends and family can come out and support our father.
Love Always,
Cristina Tocco Bergjans
Cristina Tocco Bergjans - May 9, 2008 at 3:36 am |
I Love You Papa!
Carmella - May 11, 2008 at 4:15 pm |
Hi papa-I can’t wait until you get better!! We can go see Mickey Mouse
Love,
Samantha Tocco Bergjans
Samantha Tocco Bergjans - May 15, 2008 at 2:55 pm |
Hi everyone!
I think this is a wonderful thing you are all doing to help one of the greatest guys I know! Lots of love and prayers are coming your way Tony.
Big hugs and kisses from Minnesota
Love always~ Jill Woodside
Jill Woodside - May 15, 2008 at 9:26 pm |
Hey Tony,Carla and family, Sorry to hear what you all are experiencing in your lives. We always try to get updates from Nickie on your progress. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Maybe we’ll just show up in August!
Sending our love all the way from California – The Fontes Family – (Jr. not Sr.)
Eddie, Diana, Chirs & Edward Fontes - May 16, 2008 at 3:54 am |
Hello Tony, Carla and Family,
Several years ago our paths crossed in the foodservice industry and have continued to grow. My mother has seen your family multiply and has always felt a connection to YOU. You have always had my mom( and me) in your best interest whether you are fighting with her or not. Thank you for keeping her going, she is CRAZY about YOU, as am I.
We are here with you Tony, through good times and bad. Please note that mom and me have grown proffessionally and personally beside you, and your appreciation, consideration, respect, and honor, is our definition of TONY TOCCO.
We have you in our prayers. With much love, Robin Rickerman XXOO
robn rickerman - May 19, 2008 at 5:46 pm |
Hey Tony…you are one of the strongest and kindest men we have ever met. I wish we could take some of your hurt away. You have given Denny and I and our family more than you will ever know. Not just physically, but more importantly emotionally and spiritually. Know in your heart that there is not a day goes by that we dont’t include you and your family in our prayers!! Keep giving your 110% and always remember know matter how tough it gets, “He will never give you more than you can handle”. MUCHO LOVE to you, Carla and the whole Tocco family : }
Denny, Katie, Ben, Tracey, Gary, Kayli, Kamryn, Garrick, Patrick, Melanie, Meghan, Dominic, and Ava Rose
Denny & Katie - May 20, 2008 at 9:40 pm |
Hi Tony,Carla and Family,
This is a good thing you are doing here.
I pray for you and your Family everyday!
You are always in my heart,You are a Great Person!
What more can you say….With Much Love Always!!
xxooo
Lynda Marie Hughes
Lynda Hughes - May 29, 2008 at 6:09 pm |
Hello Tony! Here’s a blast from the past from one of your high school pals. I saw a flyer at the True Value Hardware Store at Trotterway @ Lindbergh about you. I am so sorry that you’re sick and want you to know that you will be in my prayers. I remember running into you one time at Target or Venture, I can’t recall which…but you came up to me with the biggest smile and warm, friendly greeting and that has always stuck in my mind…how very nice you are. You were always like that in high school too. You have a lovely wife and family. I know you’re proud of them. I am the mom of three handsome sons. Phillip is from my first marriage and he is 27, was a nuclear power machinists mate on a fast attack submarine in the Navy for 8 years and is living in San Diego, going to school and serving in the Navy Reserves. Denis is 15 and Jeffrey is 12. They are my Moon boys and have been keeping me busy. I work in the library at Cross Keys Middle School and am surrounded by noisy teenyboppers all day long.
I hope to be able to come to your party. You keep up the good fight, Tony. It is a privilege to know a nice guy like you. Peace, man! -Bette Moon
Bette Moon (nee Turk) - May 31, 2008 at 2:02 pm |
I have known Tony for almost 20 years. I have many great stories of Tony. Some of the best ones were when he and I were refereeing the Sacred Heart 8th grade basketball tournament. During the breaks they would play music for entertainment. Tony would break into his famous “Disco Tony” routine. He would grab people out of the crowd, bring them onto the basketball court and get eveyone dancing to the YMCA. He also did his solo routines. During these tournaments, Tony was the entertainment. Tony, I really miss those days, as do all that are still involved with that tournament. Tony, you are in my families thoughts and prayers everyday. Keep on fighting Tony.
Vic Vosbrink
Past Chairman NCCYC
Vic Vosbrink - June 7, 2008 at 3:24 pm |
I do not remember when I first met Tony/Carla,but I do remember St.Jo when he poured water on Chuck’s pants while he was sleeping and made us run on the levee to catch a jazz cruise and parked in front of the hotel,turned the radio all the way up and had us dancing outside. I cherish each and every phone call breaking me up with the blonde jokes.(yes I am) I am for ever grateful for being blessed to have them in my life,to be a witness to the love they share with each other and their friends.I love both of them not just with all of my heart but with my soul.How very proud I am to know they call me friend.I too pray for them each day.To steal from Tony “Chow for now baby”
Helen Cox - June 18, 2008 at 2:13 am |
Hello Tony and Carla.
For those of you who do not know me, I am the third born child of Chuck and Helen Cox. I have had the pleasure of knowing Tony and Carla for many years now and of course knowing them has been wonderful. I am also an ASA Umpire so Tony and I do have a few things in common such as this, my parents and dancing.
I would like to share a story with everyone that is very dear to my heart. Although there are many, this one in particular will always be special to me.
We were at my parents 40th Wedding Anniversary and were all having an amazing time. I remember the very sexy, fun, flirty dress that I wore and I felt beautiful but nothing would prepare me for the way I felt when I was asked to dance by the one and only Tony Tocco. The man has moves that are out of this world.
Well, he took me into his arms, spun me around and said “just look into my eyes” and of course I was terrified at first b/c I had seen him dance with Carla and I knew what a wonderful dancer he was. But alas I did as I was told, I took a deep breath, relaxed into his arms, our eyes met and we danced. In my mind (a place that is not for the weak), I was transformed into Cinderella. Tony spun me around the dance floor and we moved as though we had danced a hundred times before. To this day, I have never been swept off my feet like that before. I can still close my eyes and see us twirling on that dance floor, all eyes on us and my heart just floating inside of me.
Tony, you have been a friend, a family member, a co-umpire, a dance partner and so much more to so many.
You thrilled me once again when you managed to get the energy to attend my first born daughters wedding this past November and again to dance with me and make me feel like I was special. You have a way of doing that without even trying.
My heart dances when I think of you and I am looking forward to meeting you once again on the dance floor.
Please know that you are often in my daily prayers, daily thoughts and always in my heart. I love you guys and am proud to say that we are family,friends.
Donna
Donna Cox - June 18, 2008 at 6:02 pm |
Tony-
I just want you to know that I have been and will continue to pray for you and your family. You are an amazing human being. I have never seen someone make so many people I care about feel absolutely beautiful. Your dance moves have put a smile on the faces and in the hearts of so many of my family members it is unbelievable. From every gathering I can remember with you there I have nothing but found memories.
So THANK you for your upbeat attitude, smile, kindheart, and dance floor magic! I hope to see you out there dancing again VERY soon!
Sincerely,
Malorie Stockmann (Donna Cox’s Daughter)
P.S. Carla you are absolutely one of the most amazing women I have met. The love that you and Tony have for eachother is unlike any I have ever witnessed. It is something to be sooo proud of and I am so happy to have been influenced by it. I want to thank you for all the dances you gave up to allow your soulmate to spread some much needed love into this world. Don’t think your selflessness went unoticed…you are truly an inspiration.
Malorie Stockmann - June 20, 2008 at 9:27 pm |
Tony & Carla
Frineds or Family I am not sure but we are all family it just happens when met and love you and your family. We just want you to know that you will never walk alone, weare in the shadows just waiting if you need us. Tony even with all your illness you will never stop dancing and I hope we are there to watch you dance for always.
Susie & Danny we love you.
Susie & Danny Dixon - June 22, 2008 at 12:23 am |
Tony,
I just wanted to thank you again for taking me to find the “tribe” today and for all the food! You are great! cant wait to see you and that beautiful red head carla again! Love you guys! If you need anything just call!
Love,
Steph
Stephanie Nipper - June 30, 2008 at 2:55 am |
Hi Tony and Carla!
We often think about both of you and your family and are praying for all of you–healing for you, Tony, and continued strength for all. We hope to see you soon!
Jim and Sharon
Sharon and Jim Pemberton - July 7, 2008 at 8:23 pm |
Toni,
I wanted to let you how well thought of you are in the Foodservice Industry. Your commitment to your operators and manufacturer’s is second to none.
You are in our thoughts and prayers, keep up your strong enduring spririt.
Kathy Bishop
Heinz Foodservice
Kathy Bishop - July 9, 2008 at 1:21 am |
Tony, I have not met you yet, but your an insperation to me. your daughter has help my wife out so much. She is giving her advice & has been there for my wife. I think of you & your family every day. I hope to meet you soon.
Jamie Aromando
jamie aromando - July 9, 2008 at 8:45 pm |
I have not read anything about Tony being an umpire soo I must tell you. Tony is an deputy umpire in chief for the biggest softball organization in the world,the Amateur Softball Associative. (A.S.A)Tony has worked many National Tournaments both here and out of state. For anyone who may not know that means you are very good.When we host a national using both local and out of state umps Tonys way of taking care of them is legend. They all,umps,Reps.UICs that have ever been here want to return. They write things like “no where else are we fed that good”, “Tony really knows how to make us welcome” ,what a great guy,on and on they go.Tony is the reason we now say about our local umps “We take care of our own on and off the field”I am sure none of us will ever know all the ways Tony helps people, now it is our turn to help him with love and prayers. I doubt he knows how very much he is loved.When I pray for him I think of the old cheer”Tony,Tony he’s our man if he cant do it no one can”And I say” Oh yes he will”I fully expect to read about him in a medical journal “The man who beat all the odds”See you and Carla at the nationals,love,Helen
Helen Cox - July 15, 2008 at 6:34 pm |
Hey Tony, did you get the pick I sent via Rudy? Or did he keep it for himself? haha Hope you come by the store and visit soon. We love you, Lisa and the Rallo boys
Lisa Rathjen - July 20, 2008 at 10:41 pm |
Tony, I was blessed to have met you back in the mid-80′s when I was a youngster in foodservice sales. We had an immediate connection; we value family & friends, faith, working hard, and being respected in our profession. When I called on you, we always talked first about family and how each of ours were doing, then we talked business. I look forward to your rhymes and voice mail messages; they always brighten my day and put things into perspective. After all, we’re just selling food. You are the kind of guy that is like a brother. I know I can always count on you and that you mean it when you ask if I need anything. You can count on me too. You remain in my thoughts and prayers. I believe you can beat this. Many continued blessings, Helen Heilich
Helen Heilich - July 24, 2008 at 2:25 pm |
Tony, I think of you as a big brother,a friend, and a great customer. I first met you in 1993 and started maintaining M & L Foods in 1994. I personally want to thank you for all you have done for me,all of these years.You have given a lot of yourself and your time for others. We all hold prayers for you and your family.Looking forward to talking to you soon………..Harlyn
Harlyn Patterson-Floor Doctors - July 27, 2008 at 4:17 am |
Hi Tony,
We will all be thinking of you at the Lotus Owners gathering in Indy this weekend. Sorry I couldn’t make your event. Next year you’ll have to join us for LOG. I’m sure your Exige would win the concours! Take care buddy:) I’ll make sure I take plenty of pics.
Happy Lotusing
Eric Nordstrom
Eric Nordstrom - July 31, 2008 at 2:15 am |
Tony, Its hard for me to express into words how much you and your family mean to me, but I’am going to give it a try. Well we have known each other for aprox 40 yrs and I would have to say in the last 15 yrs we have become even closer. I can’t tell you how much our talks mean to me, the smiles you have put on my face with your bad jokes O GOD !!! you always seem to find a way to lift my spirits and get me back on track when I’am feeling sorry for myself. You have been such a positive role model in my life that you could never imagine how much it means to me. Your strength and passion for family and friends is inspirational for me and my family to move forward through each day. I can never thank you enough for these GIFTS you have givin me.
LOVE YOUR CUZ VINCE
Vince Faraci - July 31, 2008 at 7:27 pm |
TONY, GREAT TO SEE YOU AGAIN THIS PAST WEEK… YOU LOOK MARVELOUS AS ALWAYS…. THE POWER OF PRAYER….WISHING YOU THE BEST ALWAYS… CONTINUE MAKING THE CORRECT CALLS. YOUR THE BEST..
BOB TROWER
BOB TROWER - August 3, 2008 at 4:02 pm |
Tony, I was so happy and honored to have you with us last week at the National tournament. All the umps look to you for guidance and you never let us down. I love that you always have jokes to tell and you tell them well. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you fight. Of course, you will be there next year!
Love you,
Shannon
Shannon Kamp - August 4, 2008 at 5:45 am |
Tony seeing you with your family and having fun last weekend was just a great pick me up. Sometimes in life we forget the importing things (family, friends and just being together). We love you guys. I will get copies of the photo and DVD we took. Hope to see you soon. Love Susie & Danny
Susie & Danny Dixon - August 10, 2008 at 6:10 pm |
Hi Tony,
Know that you are in our prayers! You’re a great cousin and a fabulous family man, you and Karla have a gorgeous bunch of gals to show for it
We love you and hope to see you soon. Katie and Frankie Misuraca 636-441-7713
Katie Misuraca - August 18, 2008 at 2:05 pm |
Sorry we didn’t make it to the dance but I heard it was great and it most do wonders to know that you are love that muck. Keep up the good work and let us know if we can do anything to help. Love the Dixon
Susie & Danny Dixon - August 25, 2008 at 4:48 pm |
I am waiting to see pictures from the dinner/dance,will they be posted?
There is a picture of Tony from the national,you know the one, that should be set to James Brown singing “I fell good” whomever said “A picture is worth a 1000 words”
had to mean that one,it sums up Tony’s zest for life like no other. If possible please post it.No one can look at it without smiling.Dam,(can I say that?) I love you guys.
Remember I will help you cook dinner next year at the nationals. Only for you will I stay there overnight.See you soon,Helen
Helen Cox - September 1, 2008 at 2:44 pm |
Helen,
We are waiting for the pictures from the event. As soon as we get them we will update the website with new information and pictures.
Thank you for your support,
Love–Cristina
Cristina Tocco Bergjans - September 2, 2008 at 2:58 am |
TONY, I KNEW YOU HAD SOME OF THAT JAMES BROWN SOUL IN YOU…
“I FEEL GOOD” AND YOU STILL LOOK MARVELOUS….. NEVER QUIT…
BOB
BOB TROWER - September 5, 2008 at 12:14 am |
hi tony,
Dawn Cox (Shelly/Dawn) - September 8, 2008 at 5:59 pm |
I sent you a bigall blog last week, but apparently it got lost in cyber space. Anyway, I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am we could not make the dance, I guess you know we had Lauries 40th that day. I am so happy it was such a great success, if anyone deserves it, you guys do. You and Carla are an inspiration. I hope you don’t mind me saying that because when I had breast cancer and people would say that to me, I didn’t really get it. You just do what you gotta do. Thank you sooooooo much for coming to my 5 year cancer free party, I CANNOT WAIT to go to yours, (though you’ll still have to bring the shrimp LOL). Everyone who knows you knows how giving and kind you are. But I just want to pass on one more Tony story. Acouple of years ago my daughter got a Christmas gift she really wanted that I could not afford. It was a hair straightner, top of the line of course, that was gratiously supplied by my sister Stacy and her husband Bill. Anyway, we were at an umpire function and you heard me on the phone with her telling her not to cry, we would figure something out. You asked what had happened and I told you she had misplaced her straightner. You, without even hesitating, said tell me how much you need and go get her another one. I said I can’t do that, it cost about $125. You said “I don’t give a damn what it cost, just let me know if you can’t find it and I’ll buy her another one”. I’ll never forget that as long as I live. Fortunately, we found it and I never had to ask you for the money. (Hey, can I have in now, LOL) Anyway, thank you for being such a good friend to my parents and my family. We all love the shit out of you guys. Stay in the good fight babe, you got a lot more to do. love ya, Shelly/Dawn
Dawn Cox (Shelly/Dawn) - September 8, 2008 at 6:10 pm |
TONY, ARE YOU SMILING ???? JUST THOUGHT OF YOU AGAIN….KIND OF LIKE SEEING YOU DO A LITTLE SHUFFLE AND SINGING TO YOURSELF
“I FEEL GOOD”. KEEP ON PUSHING…..
BOB
BOB TROWER - September 27, 2008 at 12:32 am |
hi tony, just got my computer up and running this evening after being broke for the past two months. it needed a ne w power cord and had to send away for a new one.
i and my family donna [wife] monica[daughter] kevin [son] kara daughter-in-law and all the grand kids breanne alissa ryan lauren and brady all want to wish NAKED TONY!!!!!!!!! A VERY SHORT ROAD TO A HEALTHY LIFE. we all love you TONY,
BRIAN and the family
brian bennett - October 28, 2008 at 11:36 pm |
To my second dad-
Hi Tony! I just wanted to let you know I am always thinking of and praying for you. I’m sorry I didn’t get back in town early enough to see you at Laura’s party. I’m glad to know you’re doing well. I am grateful for all you have done for me, and all the encouragement you’ve given me. I can hardly remember life before I met you 18 years ago. Wow, I hadn’t realized how long it’s been since I became an extended part of your family. You know Laura is like a sister to me, and I do my best to be there for her. I feel both honored and priveleged to know you all, and to know I can always call on you in my times of need. I hope you will let me know if there is anything I can ever do for you or the rest of the family.
With love from your 6th daughter
Kelly McGlasson - November 7, 2008 at 5:26 pm |
OK you know I have been a little sick but am much better and ready to rejoin the world
Hope to see you all at the umpire toy drive Dec.7th If you want something to eat beside chili and hot dogs let me know before Dec.5th when I do the shopping.
you know the umps will again make a lot of children happy this Christmas,I think this is our 16 or 17 year of giving to children How very blessed we are even with our
“not always working right bodies”There is an old saying”if a man has three friends in a liftime he is a success” then you,my darling must be the record breaker,off the charts success,damn I am proud to know you.love you both,Helen
Helen Cox - November 24, 2008 at 10:43 pm |
Hey Tony, I just wanted you and your family to know that I am thinking of you daily. I have a flyer on my desk at work and I pray for you daily. I remember the St. Angela days with you and your girls and all of the hard work and FUN we had with great fondness. I hope your holidays are the best ever and I am sure they will be. Enjoy those grandkids because you and I both know how wonderful that is too!!
Love you all, Sybil
Sybil Schumacher - November 26, 2008 at 2:48 pm |
Tony, Tony, Tony,
I am gonna start planning a trip home to see you. You start thinking of where Carla and yourself would like to dine, and Valeska and I would love to have the pleasure of your company for the evening. Nicci gave me your numbers, so I will contact you soon to find out when is good for you. It looks like I am part of a bigger family than I ever knew, so many here feel like I, you are a second Father to me as well.
I miss you a lot Tony. There is nothing in the world like the friendship of a hug from you. You are always welcome to call us at 502-774-0340
Love ya young man,
Tanner
Tanner - January 19, 2009 at 5:14 am |
Hi Cuz! I saw you last night at Hutchen’s, and I’ve got to tell you…you look wonderful! I visit your site often, trying to keep up on your progress. Your strength and positive attitude are inspiration to us all. Keep fighting, keep smiling, keep praying, and stay strong! You are always in my prayers, your cuz Debbie (Frank and Marcy’s daughter)
Debbie Misuraca Conner - January 24, 2009 at 9:55 pm |
I think Saint Jude is tired of hearing my voice,but I will not stop asking him for your cure. I’ll bet he hears your name in a prayer many times a day from many people.looking at pictures the other day and found some of you I will make copies and send to you next week.see you soon,love,Helen
Helen Cox - February 18, 2009 at 5:39 pm |
Hey Tony, I hope everything is well with you. I miss the bites on the head every halloween and all the times we had at the house with Lara, and all the friends. I hope I get to see you soon, you were always like a second Father to me no matter how mad you got at me sometimes! I pray for you everyday and can’t wait to see you! Much love and respect, Brian Clark
Brian Clark - February 19, 2009 at 7:51 am |
Hi Tony, I know we have not seen or talked to each other for a long time. I just wanted you to know that i think about you often and check the website for updates. I also keep uncle pete and you in my prayers. As a child you were there to save my life when I was having a seizure and I’m thankful you were there. Not to mention all the help and support when we lost our mom. So just a little something to say thank you and to let you know i’m thinking about you. luv ya.
Your cousin,
Christa
Christa Cobbs (Sheffer) - February 25, 2009 at 10:24 pm |
Tony,
I owe you more than I would like to admit. You have always been an inspiration to me and I just wanted to let you know that the inspiration and advice has not gone unheeded. Following your advice I followed my dreams all the way to San Antonio, Texas. I have been Umpiring down here for a solid six months and the years of training I have received from you on the subject of umping have treated me well as I am quickly advancing through the ranks to being an elite umpire in one of the most competitive markets around.
But let us be honest, it was never umpiring that you really shone as an important figure in my life. You helped me learn how to grow into a mature man, something very few others ever would of taken the time to do. Through the years of advice, sometimes on a weekly, who am I kidding.. daily basis I learned what it meant to be more than just a kid who looked out for himself. Through your example I have SEEN what it means to live your life for your family and friends without ever losing what made you so special to all of us.
I am a long way off from being half the man you are, but thanks to you… I am well on my way. I never got to tell you how much of a father figure and friend you have been to me over the years.
Thank you Tony, from the bottom of my heart I thank you. My fiance thanks you as well, because without the influence and impact you have had on my life I never would have followed my dreams, I’d still be in St. Louis wishing I was doing more without ever acting on it. Instead I am here, getting married and following my dreams both on and off the softball field. In a lot of ways Tony you are a hero to the community and young people all around you. I say that… because I know to me, there are none better.
I love you man and hopefully next time you are in Texas I can do my part to show you a good time… I’m only 3 hours away
Kyle Hilliar - March 24, 2009 at 2:42 am |
hello to the tocco family from the bennett family. tony just wanted to say hi and hope that everything is kay with your treatment. just one question tony why cant we post attachments to are post? thanks brian
brian bennett - May 28, 2009 at 3:24 am |
Brian–I am not sure why you can not leave an attachment–I will look into that and get back to you.
Cristina (Tony’s #2 daughter)
fri3nd - May 28, 2009 at 2:01 pm |
just thought i would drop a line to say hi and thankyou.
i was thrilled to see you back in the saddle at the national tournament. the night that the little boy was killed on the street next to the ball park, and you taking over for terry after he witnessed the horrific incident, just shows the compassion and heart felt care you have for all human beings. the one game we worked together was the highlight of my tournamnet. it went by so fast . i just hope that god will take note of your many family blessings, and let you keep having those moments where we can all believe in his miracle. you will never be alone and keep his faith .
god bless you
from just another sinner in limbo brian
brian bennett - August 8, 2009 at 6:00 pm |
Boy it’s true about you kids,give them an inch and they will take a mile!!! Chuck I want to do just one game (ASA Nationals) well maybe two!!! What was it Tony SEVEN or NINE games? I lost count. I will bet your legs know. BUT as always you did them like the pro you are I know your crew loved working with you.
Talk to you soon baby boy,always with love,Helen
Helen Cox - August 10, 2009 at 1:54 am |
Hi Tony,
It seems like ages since I have seen you. I guess the last time was when you were refereeing Matt’s basketball game and that was at least 5 years ago. How time flies.
I just wanted you to know that I think of you often and have great memories of our times at the ballpark, soccer field or basketball court.
I remember when we were working with Gene and collecting cards for the CYC softball games. Seemed like a party every night when we all met up at one of the fields. Remember crazy Sherry? What a group we were.
Well, I am a Grandma now and I have a beautiful granddaughter, Samantha Jane. I enjoy every minute I can with her. Looks like you will be getting another grandbaby soon. How lucky they are to have you as a grandpa!
I will keep you and your family in my prayers daily and hope that there is something that can be done to help you win this battle you are fighting.
Love,
Jackie Garger
Jackie Garger - August 23, 2009 at 4:09 pm |
Hi Tony;
Just wanted to let you hear again that a lot of people are praying for you. Often I remember some of those great parties we had at the Wedgwood Pool. Your music was great! Sooo many people have enjoyed your disco shows. Somehow that all seems so long ago…and yet, just like it was yesterday. I suppose the last time I saw you was at Senior Pique’s Mexican Restaurant when it was in Manchester. If I recall, your arm was in a sling. Or was it at the Pasta House in Ellisville. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. We are praying for many who are fighting cancer; sometimes it seems like it is winning. It sure has a lot of people on their knees, who might not be, otherwise.
Charlie Koetting
Charlie Koetting - October 4, 2009 at 5:51 pm |
When I think of Mr. Tocco, I think of umpiring girls youth softball out at Kock Park. It was my first season and I was probably 13 years old (so we’re talking 17 years ago). I was near first base when a dog ran into the outfield. Mr. Tocco was behind the backstop watching the game. We looked at each other and he threw his arms into the air and without speaking mouthed “No pitch!”. I was a chicken and let the pitcher throw another pitch, but then I stopped the game until the dog left. Every time I drive past that field I remember him being there with me.
Then there was the time I was umpiring a men’s recreation softball game at St. Angela. This had to be the first game of any kind I officiated, even before the girls youth softball. There was a play at second base. I had no idea if the guy was safe or out. Seconds were going by and everyone was looking at me for the call. I was frozen. What seemed like 10 minutes went by and finally I guessed and called the guy out. He looked at me in total disbelief, I’ll never forget the look on his face. Needless to say I was really upset after the game because I was sure I made the wrong call and let everyone down. After the game I was in the concession stand and Mr. Tocco had stopped by to check on things. I told him what happened and he could see how upset I was and he told me I didn’t do anything wrong. He told me it is better to be slow and right and he said to just make the call with authority and confidence. He was always of great support like that.
Thanks Mr. Tocco.
Mike Bono - October 25, 2009 at 2:26 pm |
Tony,
We think of you often and pray for your continued presence in our lives. I will always remember fondly your playing and dancing at our wedding. I have the best photo of you on our human pyramid. I’ll find it and try to upload it for you and Carla to view. We had such a great time that night! Hard to believe, but in a couple of weeks, it will have been 25 years since that night! Wow time flies. Good luck with your tratments. We hope to see you soon.
Love always,
John and Donna
Donna Bauer - October 26, 2009 at 2:29 pm |
I am so saddened to hear of Tony’s passing. Tony and his family were the best neighbors we could have had. We especially think of Tony at Halloween and Christmas when his house was the center of attention for miles around!! I am blessed to have known him and I know our loss is heavens gain. Dan Oehlert
Dan Oehlert - November 5, 2009 at 3:08 pm |