Anton Eugenio Vasco - I'm so glad you were part of my life, and I part of yours. You've forever changed me for the better and I'm so unbelievably grateful to have known such an incredible person who I could call 'brother'. You gave so much and took so little. Your positivity was contagious; your compassion immeasurable. You were a fighter who never gave up (even in the end) and whose perseverance inspired us all. You were an amazing friend, son, brother, boyfriend, and human being... you were the best of us all. And too young/too good of a person to be taken so soon. And while I may want to vent my frustration about the unfairness of it all, I know that's not what you'd want. You'd want us to find a silver lining in this mess and use it for something good. So I'm gonna try to be strong just like you taught us and do just that. I'm gonna remember the person that you were, the values that you embraced, and the ways in which you touched the souls of everyone around you. I know that even in death, you will continue to teach, inspire, and uplift us all. You will never be forgotten and will forever remain in our hearts. My friend, my confidant, my partner in crime, my unce buddy, my POS, my avenger, my captain, my ton-ton, my blood brother - I love you and will always miss you.

 

 

For everyone else who knew Anton, if there's anything he taught me, it's to always fight... to never give up and to never succumb to the weaknesses of our minds or hearts. Anton persevered til the very end. His mind and spirit remained strong even when his body wasn't. At no point did he ever feel defeated... always with an unwavering faith despite his condition. And even through everything he always remained positive. His life is a testament that we are all capable of tremendous happiness and positivity despite our problems/misfortunes. We should all stop once in a while to appreciate what we have. We are all blessed in ways we don't realize and too often do we take things for granted. DON'T! Today, take a minute to stop and smell the flowers; eat a little slower and allow yourself to enjoy the taste of food; go out for a jog and appreciate the fact that you're able to do so; tell that person you love them. Life is wonderful, we just trick ourselves into thinking otherwise. After an entire night of sadness and sobbing like a 10 yr old girl, I for one am incredibly happy today after coming to the realization that I still have so many amazing people in my life whom I am fortunate enough to call family. Here's to a positive outlook on life and keeping my head up like my boy Anton would've wanted :]

 

Love,

Alan

Rip Anton . Vasco family prayers and condolences to you thru this difficult time.  Anton is pain free and in the hands of the lord. His love will never die from you all  .

Anton, (As Michael tells me when we are apart from each other ~) "I'll see you in the Eucharist!"  In His Love, Tita Mars.

My Eulogy for Anton 
(Read on July 9, 2013)

I was asked to deliver this eulogy just 20 minutes ago, so please bear with me. I almost didn't make it here today. Earlier this afternoon I spoke before a large group of executives, including the President and CEO of my company. And I was terrified. But standing here in front of you today, recounting my memories of Anton, is probably the most difficult speech I have ever had to give. He's so young, we weren't ready, it wasn't time. Then again, whose time? 
I'm Annette. Anton's mother, Manang Ina is my cousin. And in our culture, that makes Anton my nephew. My earliest memory of Anton actually predates him. I was at the wedding of his parents, my cousin Ina and her then fiancée Joey. It was an occasion full of love, laughter, and a great celebration of family. There couldn't have been a better union of two people, both god fearing, family loving, true epitomes of kindness and selflessness. 

And so it only made perfect sense that their first baby, born not too long after, came into our lives bringing lots of joy and laughter. And that, Anton did very well. I remember being asked to help babysit for a few hours, so his mom could run a few errands so I willingly agreed. So I carried him in my arms and noticed a full diaper that needed changing. I lay him on the carpeted floor, removed the dirty diaper, and remember smelling the most stinkiest poop I had ever smelled in my entire life! I remember thinking ‘Thanks a lot, Manang Ins!' LOL. But then this chubby little angel looked up at me and flashed that now famous signature smile, the kind that could melt any heart. And when he did that, suddenly the poop was no longer there. No stink. No poop. It was like magic. As a toddler, he would dance on command, smile when a camera was put in front of him, perform tricks for the family, entertained us all. I remember him singing ‘I Believe I Can Fly' from start to end, all for the bargain price of $2. 

In the coming years he grew to be his younger cousins' role model. A man of few words, yet still had that powerful smile of his that could easily seize one's heart. So when illness struck him, we were all struck. Every single person in this room now feels the void he has left. We are overcome with grief but is this really what he wanted to achieve? Because come to think of it, his mission is fulfilled. Every single one of us has been touched by him in some way. The messages on his Facebook wall is just one sign. The standing room only situation at the CCU floor of Hoag Hospital every night was yet another. And now today. Look around you, and notice there's nowhere to sit. Touching lives, touching hearts. And that he did. Flawlessly.

Friends and family, let us not forget the beautiful life that he lived; the amazing family that grieves his loss, but yet can turn around and provide comfort to others in pain; the guardian angel in human form whose name is Cindy, who never got tired of caring for him and being there with us. Cindy, thank you for all you do and for all that you are. And thank you everyone for being here today, all of you who came to help out at the hospital his last few days. That means the world to our family. 

Manang Ina I want you to know that we love you, you continually leave us in awe of your strength and your faith. Please know Anton is now resting in the arms of our Lord. Anton may be known as the ultimate Superhero, but YOU Manang Ina, ARE MY HERO. I don't know how you do it. If I can have half the strength and the faith that you possess, I would be fulfilled. And always remember it is written in the book of Proverbs, that our Lord will ‘…never forsake you'. And neither will we. I love you and your family.

Thank you.

Anton, you've brightened up my life with the smile you had for everyone and your happiness that naturally radiated from you.  I'm thankful that we crossed paths and I was able to experience your kind heart.  You are missed.

Anton, I've always thought you were a nice guy, but hearing about everyone's memories that they got to share with you, really opened my eyes to the great, selfless, kind, loving person you were.  It really touched my heart and inspired me to become a better person and keep on fighting for the things I believe in.  Thank you.  You have left a legacy that will continue to touch and impact many lives.  May you find eternal peace.

Anton, you were a son, a brother, and a friend that anybody would have wanted. Thank you for making the world a better place to live in, just by being yourself. Now Heaven rejoices because another saint has been added to it. And although we will always miss your presence here on earth, we will always have you to ask for favors and prayers from your new family up there. Anton, Faithful Servant of God, pray for us!

I have not seen you for quite a while but I do remember you as a young kid.  You were a wonderful child, always behaved and very respectful.  I admired your courage and all that you achieved especially this past year. Tears started to form in my eyes when I heard of your passing but I do know that you are free of pain, happy and at peace wherever you are.  You will surely be missed but will never be forgotten.

Anton, you left the world at a very young age but you have touched so many many lives and you are an inspiration to so many who have known you. Words are not enough and so inadequate to express our sorrow. You will forever live in our hearts. Rest in peace. 

      Nersty, Beverly Jane, Ian, Neil, KC, Mama Maria & Donovan                    
                      (Tan-Corcuera Family), West Point, UT

Your presence on this earth touched so many lives, we surely miss you Anton. I remember picking you up at your house to come and play with Gene! Now just enjoy being in the presence of our Lord!

Anton, you were one of my best friends and I will never take that for granted. I say "one of", because we had such a tight-nit group of friends that all valued one another equally, and you helped teach us all that. You were truly a man who brought people together, and I've learned so much from you as an example. I know you have been taken from the world prematurely, but the legacy you have left behind will never be forgotten. You truly are just like the heroes that you always looked up to and modeled yourself after. Such a strong person and soul. I know the universe has not taken you from us, but has taken your body and released your soul; through your relationships, you will live forever. I love you!

You've uplifted the lives of all who came to know you. You will forever be honored.

Our Deepest Sympathy to you Ina and your Family.God Bless. I will keep you and Anton in my Prayers. Nice knowing you and your family thru Fr. Thomas.
              Sony,Jun & Chris Otamias
                  (St Justin Martyr)

Anton,

You were a true inspiration to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing you. You will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace.

Anton, you left this world so soon but you fought the good fight.   
May you now finally rest in peace in your heavenly home.

Rodney and Tita Caroline 
Las Vegas

Kuya Anton, you've been a big brother and a hero to so many people here and the fact that you're no longer here with us is hard to accept, but I know that you're in a better place now because now you are with God. Ad Deus, Kuya Anton. You will be forever in our hearts and minds. We love you and we will miss you. Thank you for everything!

I saw a glimpse of your life through your mother's postings, Anton, and I could only imagine who you are.  A life well-lived makes an impact no matter how short it was.  Knowing both of your parents, it is not surprising that they have a son they could be proud of.  May the Lord grant your soul eternal repose, Anton.

I'm still coming to terms about your passing and have just been reminiscing about when we first met. I remember in middle school when Jess and I used to call your house and we'd just talk about random stuff for 2 hours. I also remember having a crush on you when you first arrived at Pioneer with your huge smile and spiky hair. Then I got over it when we became good friends and started talking to each other about our own crushes and how to go about getting his/her attention ahah. You always saw the good in people and did not have one hateful bone in your body. Missing you already, Anton. Rest in Peace.

My dear Anton...so short a time we got to reconnect after so many years since you were 12, there was a certain bondness between us.  We shared so many views of life and logic together even in just at FB.  I shall miss that.  I get to know you more as a person and you were simply amazing.  Thank you for allowing me and Uncle Jon a chance to be with you during your last days.  I will treasure those moments always. God speed young man.  Rest in peace.  We love you so much .

Going to miss you buddy, you were a nice guy. I am still in shock that this happened. You will never be forgotten.

Where do I begin, you were one of my best friends my brother. We didn't always hang out but when we did it was pure gold. I learned so much from you and will take everything I learned with me for the rest of my days. I know ive become a better person with you being in my life. You always pushed me to do my best and always helped me when ever I needed it no matter what. Even when you were ill and i needed help you helped me. Through bad times and good times no matter what you were always there for me. For that I am truly thankful to have met such a wonderful person. Who made such a big impact on my life. Although you might not be a physical being for me to see whenever i want. I know that apart of you is living in me and in everyone else's life that you have touch. You might be gone  but you really aren't gone. You live in all of us. I will never forget you. Your will lives on in all of us i love you anton my brother.

I send my condolences to the Vasco family and all of Anton's friends. He touched many people and lived an amazing life.  His life will be remembered always. He will always hold a special place in my heart because he was so dear to my cousin, Cindy.

May the Risen Lord welcome you to your true and Eternal Home and reward you the price of your good deeds. You will always be remembered. Pray for us Anton.

OBITUARIO

Antonio Eugenio Villanueva Vasco

2 julio, 1988 – 3 julio, 2013

Pacific View Mortuary & Memorial Park

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