Anthony M. Escalona
March 11, 1967 - July 7, 2014

"Cierra Tanicala lit a candle in memory of Anthony M. Escalona"

"Yvette. Cadwas lit a candle in memory of Anthony M. Escalona"

"Debra Cadawas lit a candle in memory of Anthony M. Escalona"

"Carney Family lit a candle in memory of Anthony M. Escalona"

"We are still in shock that you are gone Tony. We shared so many good memories with you, Erma, Kalama and Ailana. Birthday parties to just talking. You always had so much to talk about, especially your Clippers and Chris's Lakers. We got to talk to you before we left for vacation, you called to see if I was ok and if I had my surgery yet and although I didn't get to do it, you were always saying call me if you need anything and call me when you do it. Brandon now has a special Angel watching over him. Erma, Kalama and Ailana we love you and if you need anything we are here. Brandon loves his godparents and so do we. Love, Chris, Sherry, Brandon, Kainoa, Rachel, Jr, Ikaika and Keenan"

"Barbara Marquez lit a candle in memory of Anthony M. Escalona"

"May you RIP Tony...sending my deepest sympathies to your family in this time of sorrow. May they find peace in knowing that so many people will remember you as a kind and considerate man. You'll never be forgotten. Aloha, Jan (Cadawas) Bardell & Family"

"Lily Flores lit a candle in memory of Anthony M. Escalona"

"Lori Cadawas lit a candle in memory of Anthony M. Escalona"

"Maisha Reid lit a candle in memory of Anthony M. Escalona"

"My condolences to the Escalona family. The promise from Jesus to see our loved ones again can bring us comfort and peace during these times (John 5:29)."

"I'm devastated, my friend. Our youth was intertwined and you were my dear friend. So many memories, and a big scar on my leg from the 8th grade to remind me of you till the day we meet again. It's too hard to fathom. I cannot imagine what your amazing wife and kids are going through. No words. Just tears."

"My cousin tony,gonna miss your smile on your face and talking& laughing. Rest in peace cuz. Your cuz, Vanessa. laughing. Gone to soon.R.I.P."

"Tony truly was an angel here on Earth. He always had a smile and a hug when he greeted me in church or out in our island community when he lived on Kauai with his family. I am so glad he became my Hanai baby Brother along with Baba being my Hanai baby Sister. He always said encouraging and positive things. He truly had that light of love. I love and miss you Tony my Hanai baby brother. At least you are with your Mom and your Hanai Grandparents. Fly with the angels ????????"

"Erma, Kalama & Ailana, No words can express how sorry we are for your loss. Anthony was a great man and loved his family with all his heart. We will truly miss him and his great personality. I loved seeing his posts and pictures on Facebook with you and the kids. Always with a smile on his face looking so happy. May God Bless you and your family. Mike, Barb, Mikie and Amber xxoo"

"Kalama, how I wish I could hug you right now. Your dad was a wonderful man and he loved you very much. Remember the things he taught you and as you grow older you will surely become a wonderful young man because your dad was truly genuine. Hugging you! Mrs. Motruk"

"Mr. Escalona was the most generous person! He would always lend a hand, volunteer for everything and greeted everyone with a smile! You will be missed daily on the Jersey campus! You will always be remember as Cat In The Hat. We love you and you will be missed!! Our love and prayers to Mrs. Escalona, Kalama and Ailana. ?Mrs Staine"

"Anthony and I knew each other through is sister Barbara. We all lived together for a few months. While we shared the same house, Anthony was a kind and giving person. Always there for you when you needed to talk and always fun to be around. I thought of him as a older brother. My brother you will be deeply missed as God has called you home to his kingdom. Have a blessed journey. I Love You and will miss you. Chris Liddell"

"Words can't describe I sad I was about my friend an Co worker..He was a great guy an friend always had a smile an good words to say..He will be missed so much but not forgotten. .my prayers go out to his family wife an kids..my God Keep You Strong"

"Rest In peace uncle Tony ??"

"Tony Rest in Paradise my brother. I'll miss all of our talks about our family and most of all our children's. Thank you for being the most finest man to me. I will treasure all of our memories together. I will miss you so much. I know that your having fun in heaven with your mommy I know that you both are talking up a storm. I miss you so much brother. Until we meet again. Love you and forever in our hearts !!!!' Never forgotten??"

"I met Tony Escalona in 1983 during a short window of time where he attended St. Louis High School in Honolulu. He immediately fit in with a bunch of us Kanalui Canoe Paddlers and we all became very close friends. Even though it was a short period of time that we knew him, he was one of us, kindred spirits, partied with us, paddled canoe, lived life as young teenagers do. I'm deeply saddened by his passing, my prayers go out to the family of Tony Escalona, I know he will be missed. Sam Kapu III Everett Ka'ae Dominic Chang Dean Deguzman Danny Kinilau Jason Yoshimura if I forgot one of the crew I apologize"

"Mr Escalona was a very devoted father and husband and the love for his family was evident. He was truly gentleman, my prayers go out to his family ..Emma, Kalama and Ailana..... With love and sympathy Mrs Lily (Jersey School)"

"Dear Erma, Kalama, and Ailana, and the entire family, Your family has always been very special to us and we never forgot u all...we are so sorry to hear about Tony....what a wonderful man...we were so blessed to have met you folks and blessed to have you as landlords for so many years. our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family - you all will always be in our hearts and prayers. The Carney Family. Craig, Debbie, Nicole, and Christina Kauai, Hawaii"

"Dear Erma, Kalama, Ailana, and family, even though my kids, husband, and I met Tony a few months ago at our kids hula and drumming class, we are devastated by his passing. Tony had a very special way about him and I grew to enjoy our conversations even if they were short. One of my favorite conversations with Tony was about the Clippers because we shared that love for the team. I can honestly say that from what I saw, he was a very devoted father and husband and his love for his family was evident. Tony will be missed because individuals like him are hard to come by! Stay strong and know that we are here for you. With love and sympathy, The Gonzales Family Gerald, Maria, Isaac, Isabella, and Ivan"

"Dear Escalona Family - We are so sad to hear about Tony. We met through our kids' classes - hula and drumming. We knew him only for a short time but feel so lucky to have met such a warm, kind-hearted, and devoted man. Our deepest sympathies to Erma, Kalama, Ailana and the rest of your family. What a loss to lose such a special person way too soon!! All our love and condolences - Kecia, Tom, Melia & Myles Knoell"

"I enjoyed working with Tony and our conversation about his family and what he was doing to his house, from the paint, the grass and the fence. He would always keep me updated on what was going on as I delivered in the area. He was truly a gentleman and my friend."

"I'll always remember getting greeting cards for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Fathers Day, and every other holiday from Anthony (growing up, the close cousins always called him Anthony, not Tony ) It was like clockwork. And before and after every Pacquiao fight I'd get a text and we'd go back and forth about the fight. One time when we were young, Anthony, Chris, and I went fishing with my Dad. We found a dead hammerhead shark and a baby sheerwater bird and hid them in the back of my Dad's truck. When we got home he found out and threw up from the smell of the dead shark and we all got dirty yellings!! Lol!! Then another time Anthony reversed the truck in the driveway (I'm sure he didn't have a drivers license, he might have been only like 12 or 13 yrs old) so we could dunk the basketball off of the tailgate and we broke the backboard and got more dirty yellings! Lol!!! Greatest family man in the world!!! Our heartfelt condolences go out to Erma, Kalama, and Ailana... Anthony will be missed by many... Alex, Nancy, Andrew, and Jess"

"What I know about Cuz Anthony he always always put his Family first and his willingness to help others who are in need. You will be surely missed."

"A true gentleman. Not a bad bone in his body. He would hold doors open for you or drive hundreds of miles for you. Always caring for others. Family meant everything to him. Baba, he was so proud to be your brother. I remember your wedding dress. Anthony kept bragging about how you sewed it yourself and he insisted we look at it...to check out every little detail. It was never about him and always about everyone else. So many wonderful memories. My prayers go out to his family."

"Our heartfelt sympathy to the family. Tony was a classmate of mine and always was a sincere person. He will always be remembered as a kind, genuine person. ...tracy bukoski"

"I love you Uncle Tony! You've always been there for me, and always knew how to make me smile:) I'll never forget when I visited you in California one time. I took Ailana to the American Girl Place and you had this smirk on your face (I could tell you didn't want to be there but you smiled through it anyway). I was so sad when I found out that you had past, but say hi to Grandma for me. LOVE YOU UNCLE! -Nialani Green"

"Peaceful White Lilies Basket was purchased for the family of Anthony M. Escalona."

"Genuine....that was Anthony. When something good would happen, he would truly feel your joy and share your happiness. When life seemed like it couldn't get any worse, he could understand what you're going through and find the most hilarious things to say to make life 'all good' again. If anyone needed a hand, he would be there with 2 hands to help. Need an opinion? He'd give you an honest one with words of encouragement and advice. How many brothers would take the time to show their sister how to change a tire just in case she needed to do so one day? He looked out for the people he cared about like that. Erma, Kalama & Ailana, you know exactly what I'm talking about, as you all meant the world to him. Braddah, I wish you didn't have to go so soon! Please thank mom for me, for the life lessons. You da bestest Braddah I evah had!!!!! Love, Baba"

"Work was never boring when tony would be around simply because there would always be conversations and jokes with him. I will never forget when I was pregnant and working he would always ask me if I was ok or if I needed anything. He did said I would be a great mom because he said I have a kind and a sweet heart. I promise I will do anything to be the best mom to my daughter. Thanks for always caring and for your help through the tough times at work. Will never forget you my friend. I thank God for giving me the opportunity to work with an amazing guy. You will be missed."

"Amazing, kind person that was always willing to help when needed. It was a pleasuring having him as a co-worker and loved hearing his stories about his kids."

"Awesome guy.Not much to add to what had been said already.Fun to work with.My heart and prayers goes out to the wife, kids and family Will miss him but happy to know he will be surfing heavens waves.GOD BLESS HIS SOUL"

"There are people that come into your life, and make an impact, a memorable smile, his hawaiian accent, we had one awesome thing in common.. we were from the islands... Tony was so easy to start up a conversation with, always easy going, never once did i ever see him down or angry.. you could tell he LOVED his job, and he was damn good at it.. yup.. Tony was one of those people you don't forget, i left fedex a couple years ago.. but never forgot Tony and his contagious smile.. Rest in Peace Bradda.. i knw your throwing the shaka up there... Lina Taufa"

"Many memories at work I have with Tony. It might sound like a broken record as all of us who worked with Tony would tell you that He was a wonderfu,joyful hard working and a pleasure to be around . I remember having an issue at one of my stops and him giving me great advice and having my back with letting the mangers know how things were at that stop. I remember joking with him about his drug store glasses he would wear on the belt to see the address on the packages . Or him always trying to talk me into going fulltime at work . He would always make sure to let me know when a route opened up . I remember how fascinated he was with farms and always asked about my family farm in idaho .I will miss Tony but I will keep these memories with me forever"

"~words cannot express the sadness and heartache we all are feeling since you left us so suddenly. We are still in shock and denial. Not a Birthday, Mother's Day, Father's Day or any holiday goes by without a card from you, Erma & the kids. You always took the time to show us how much you cared. It was so nice seeing you last month even though it was a quick visit. We would never have thought that that would be our last time with you. Heaven just got another Angel and I know you will still look in on all of us. You were a great son, brother, husband, father, cousin, uncle, god-father and friend. You are missed but will never be forgotten. Rest in paradise Anthony, We miss you and love you always. Our Hearts go out especially to Erma, Kalama, Ailana, Uncle Tony & Barbara. May you find comfort in knowing that he was loved and loved you all. Love from~The Marquez Family Christopher, Shelly, Christian & Shayne Dearest Tony, May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind always be at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, and rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Forever in our hearts!!"

"With my deepest sympathies to you and your family, may God give you strength when you need it most. Bless you Erma and your family. Monica Gonzalez ( la gorda) Lina's cousin"

"You know, the ancient Egyptians had a beautiful belief about death. When their souls got to the entrance to heaven, the guards asked two questions. Their answers determined whether they were able to enter or not. Have you found joy in your life? 'Has your life brought joy to others? This was Tony everyday at work. He always brought Joy to his Fedex coworker. Amazing soul. Happy to have met you on this Journey . I will miss you and our talks. May the Angels watch over you and your family. Hugs. Love little O."

"Dearest Erma, Kalama, and Ailana, I know there are no words to express the sadness and loss we are all feeling, you especially. Anthony was such a wonderful man, and I will always treasure the cards from him, and remember his charming smile. He was such a fun and life-loving person. And you all meant the world to him. We will miss him terribly, and will keep all of you in our hearts and prayers. Much love and aloha to you -- Cynthia, Erric, Evan, and Kayla"