Anthony Patrick (Tony) Day, 28, passed away unexpectedly on September 17, 2012 due to complications of Type 1 diabetes. Tony was born in Long Beach and lived his entire life in Cerritos. He is survived by his parents, Howard and Patrice Day, his grandfather, Howard LaVoy, his brothers, Christopher and Jonathan, his uncle Gary, aunt Wendy & aunt Julie Brame, uncle Ron and aunt Kai Day, and many cousins.
Tony was always interested in a varitety of activities. He participated in various sports including soccer, baseball, basketball, karate and fencing. He was involved in Indian Guides and Cub Scouts. He attended Mary Bragg Elementary School where he was in the GATE program. He attended Gahr High School and acted in many dramatic productions (including two productions when he was in elementary school). He participated in Speech and Debate as well as the Mock United Nations.
After graduation, Tony attended Cerritos College and participated in their automotive technology program. He recently passed his tests and received his ASE technology certification. While attending college, Tony worked full time at Equus Industries.
Tony's organs were donated to local people in need through One Legacy. A flag will fly at Long Beach Community Hospital for 8 days in honor of his donation.
Tony lived with juvenile diabetes since age 7 and his family and he participated in many classes and activities geared for youngsters with diabetes through the PADRE foundation. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in Tony's name to PADRE (Pediatric Adolescent Diabetic Research Education) www.padrefoundation.org
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September 11, 2013
Silvia
Almost a year later and you are still constantly on my mind. I will continue to tell the stories of your antics, your friendship & your love. I miss you, Tony!
October 20, 2012
Rory McDonald
I was greatly saddened to hear about Tony. I remember what a cute little kid he was back when I lived in Lakewood and went to school with Gary. Pat and Howard, if you need anything contact me through Gary. I miss you all.
Love,
Rory Mack McDonald and Family
October 13, 2012
Pat & Howard sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you
Love Ron and Lynne
October 10, 2012
We are so sorry for you loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Kathy and Kevin
October 10, 2012
Pat & Howard, we are so sorry to hear about Tony - our thoughts and prayers are with you... Love, Pat & Joan
October 6, 2012
Anntoniett Loredo
Tony, you are an amazing person. I'm glad to have the honor of calling you my friend. I can see you are loved by so many and have touch so many lives. Prayin for your family.
October 5, 2012
John Quihuiz
You were in my thoughts today Tony.... I know your fine in piece so enjoy it because I have a good feeling we will all be seeing you soon ;)
KIWI
October 2, 2012
Nicole Simiens
Love is Greater than Life! RIP Tony we will miss you.
September 29, 2012
Jennifer Whittington
Tony.. It's weird coming on the same site I had to write on my dads guest book, your too young you shouldn't be gone.. You were amazing,nice,selfless,smart, funny, caring.. I'm gonna miss all your witty fb post, and you outlook on life.. My thoughts go out to your family and your mom especially.. Being a mom I could never imagine the pain of a mother loosing her son, she raised an amazing person who be truly missed love you dude
September 29, 2012
Margaret Caballero
WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS HOW WE FEEL OF YOUR LOSS. IT IS LIKE LOOSING ONE OF OUR OWN. TONY WAS A VERY VERY SPECIAL SON. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. MARGARET & LARRY CABALLERO
September 28, 2012
Pat, Howard, Christopher, Jonathan, and Family,
We are so very sorry that such a tragic loss has befallen your family. May you be comforted by pleasant and loving memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stan and Fredith
September 28, 2012
We were deeply saddened to hear of Tony's passing. We are so very sorry for your loss. Patti,Howard and family know that during these days and nights of sorrow our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Nadine and Jim Cavin
September 27, 2012
Brandon
May the God of comfort comfort the Day family in this time of need.-2 Corithians 1:3-6
September 27, 2012
prayers are sent to the day family.
love
don and shelly deangelis
September 27, 2012
MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH THE DAY FAMILY. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AT THIS VERY SAD TIME. GOD BLESS. JULIE BRAME
September 27, 2012
Ileana Lomeli
May you find strength during this dificult times. You don't know me, but I am a mother of a 14 years old son living with type 1 diabetes. God bless
September 26, 2012
Gary LaVoy
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Day family during this very sad time. We are so sorry this happened. All our love, Gary, Wendy, Emily, Matthew and David LaVoy
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