Antonio Cecena Jr of Kansas City, Kansas passed away on May 17, 2020 at his home. He was 87 years old. A “drive-up” style visitation will take place on Thursday, May 21, 2020 from 5:00-7:00 pm. Come, offer your condolences to Antonio’s family, and pay final respects to Antonio while following social distancing guidelines from the safety of you vehicle. There will be a virtual funeral service the following day, Friday, May 22, 2020 starting at 10:30 am. Please log on to facebook.com/chapelhillbutler to view the livestream of Antonio’s service. Shortly before the appointed time, the livestream will begin. If you do not see the livestream on your screen, please refresh your screen. You might need to scroll down to see the livestream.
Antonio was born on January 22, 1933 in Kansas City, Kansas to Juana and Antonio Cecena Sr. He married the love of his life Rose Marie Amayo on January 1, 1957. Antonio worked as a manufacture worker at Colgate for many years. One of Antonio proudest accomplishment was the time he served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War.
Antonio was a member of the Pan American Boxing Assoc., Mexican-American Softball League, which he was inducted into the Hall of Fame, St. Patrick’s Church where he and his wife attended regular. He was an avid sports fan of the KU Jayhawks, KC Chiefs and KC Royals.
Antonio was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio Sr. and Juana Cecena; brother Richard Cecena Sr., sisters; Alvina Galvan, Mary Salas and Anna Marie Batrez.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Rose Marie; his children, Monica (Robert) Perez, Anthony (Donna ) Cecena and Michael (Roseann) Cecena. Also his beloved sister Ernestine Robles, many niece's nephew's, 8 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
