Anthony Passed Away

[gweimer1]

I was very saddened to hear this. Anthony and I had gotten to know each other a bit, and shared some common life tragedies. I know that I will miss him.

[ParkerDuofold]

Dear FPN Community,

 

I know Anthony made an impression on people. I knew that just from the years I've spent working for him; so, it wasn't a surprise to me that there was standing room only at his funeral mass, but this outpouring of love and friendship from a "virtual" community is truly amazing. I can understand why Anthony enjoyed the time he spent here as much as he did.

 

I was going to write a detailed post and address some of your comments and questions as well as relate a couple of stories about Anthony, but after reading through all of your responses; I'm finding myself a little overwhelmed.

 

But I will be back. God bless you all.

 

Sincerely,

 

Linda L.

[jar]

Condolences but Tony left things better than he found them.

[adyf]

So sorry for your loss Linda, I know work can be difficult and stressful when significant personnel changes take place particularly at senior level when you're really aligned with somebody. What I will remember from Anthony's posts, is how friendly, kind and respectful they were in addition to his knowledge within the community.

 

Do you mind me asking how old he was?

[majorworks]

I can't recall having had any personal interaction with Anthony, but he's been a familiar name to me on FPN for lo these many years. I'm saddened to hear of his passing and I pray for healing for the OP (Linda) and for his family.

 

May God remember His servant Anthony.

[A Smug Dill]

Did not he say she had died recently, _...‹snip›...

 

Do you mind me asking how old he was?

I believe the answers to both of those questions are apparent when you look at the information Anthony chose to share in his FPN member profile.

[XYZZY]

This is such sad news. I will miss Anthony's posts. Even before reading his posts, just seeing his smiling Jersey Boy mug was an alert that pleasantness was forthcoming.

[BernieC]

I have been away for a few days and came back to find this news. Totally shocked and saddened. I think this quote from G. K. Chesterton would fit Anthony. He will be missed.

 

"If I can put one touch of rosy sunset into the life of any man or woman, I shall feel that I have worked with God."

[ShortRound131]

I don't post often but I enjoyed reading Anthony's posts. FPN will miss his contributions. RIP Anthony.

[pajaro]

He was upbeat with joy and enthusiasm. He made a lasting impression.

[Marcwithac]

I join the rest of you in mourning Anthony’s untimely passing. Whenever I am catching up on long threads, I usually scroll quickly looking for a handful of posters I know will have interesting contributions. Anthony was always one of those I searched for. His posts combined helpful advice, compassion and humor. May he rest in peace.

[Cordovian]

I haven't been on the forums for a little while and this was not something I ever expected to read while checking in. Wow!

 

Condolences to Anthony's family and friends.

[francoiacc]

Very sad, RIP Anthony.

[Cassotto]

I'm really shocked on hearing of Anthony's passing. I'm not a very frequent visitor here, but he was one of the contributors whose postings I always wanted to read. Always kind and helpful. One of the few members I knew by name. Some three months ago I posted here about a project I intended to carry out, and I felt honoured when he took the time to write briefly in spite of not having much time, and made some suggestion.

 

As many others before, I thank Linda for being so kind as to let us know about Anthony's passing, and I'd beg her to let his family know how appreciated he was here. The forum won't be such a good place without him. I'll be glad to read anything you may wish to tell us about him.

[rwilsonedn]

It seems to me that the number of people who had such warm relationships with him despite political, religious, or automotive differences speaks to who he really was. Perhaps it is part of his legacy that FPN is still the accepting, helpful, and polite place that it remains while much around us has changed.

ron

[Shaggy]

My condolences to you, Linda, and to his family and friends.

 

Anthony and I often spoke in PM. Even though we were at opposite ends of the religious spectrum, we had a shared ethnic background and I'll miss our conversations. He was always respectful and kind.

 

 

 

 

Do you mind me asking how old he was?

I believe he was 50.

[jarodzz]

I am sorry to hear that.

 

Years ago, I had one incident while purchasing a Faber Castel, the shipping company stole my pen. I didn't know how to proceed back then, asked for help on forum, got quite some supportive suggestions from fellows here, and Anthony was one of them. He was very supportive and very kind.

 

I shall miss him.

 

Thank you for letting us know.

Edited June 27, 2019 by jarodzz

[vicpen123]

What were his automotive preferences that seem to have been a major part of who he was?

[Runnin_Ute]

I first saw this on Monday of this week. It hit me much harder than I expected given the limited amount of direct interaction that Anthony and I had. My condolences to you Linda,his friends and colleagues and last but not least his family.

 

It has taken me a few days to process it all, given other things I have going on this week. I always felt he had a kind,loving wise soul. That if we had known each other in real life we could have/would have been friends. Perhaps very good friends at that. Even though we come from very different backgrounds. Me the Mormon kid that grew up in Utah, he the Catholic Jersey boy. Even though I am several years older. One of my closest friends is nearly 12 years my senior so a guy 10 years younger shouldn't be to much should it?

 

One thing I noticed is that even when he disagreed with someone, he didn't let it fester and get worse.

 

Again condolences.

[ErrantSmudge]

I just stumbled into this thread, and I am stunned. Anthony was one of my favorite people on this forum; not only for his knowledge about pens but for his easy going style, and his genuine appreciation for the finer things in life. I'm truly sorry to learn that he is gone. Goodbye, ParkerDuofold.