This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Anthony Joseph Survilla who was born in Johnson City ,New York on December 22, 1984 and passed away on April 28, 2006 at the age of 21 at his Grandma Hedges home.. We will remember him forever. You will forever be in our hearts. You are an amazing person with so many generous qualities. Everyone visiting this site, please light a candle , write a few words for me and my Family. Till we meet again...PEACE Please make sure to visit my photo album and read all my tributes & candles....
There is a Baseball Scholarship in Anthony's name,to be given each June in his memory. Anyone wishing to make a contribution Anthony Survilla Scholarship Fund PO Box 918, Hallstead, Pa 18822
PEACE MY ANGEL
How does a mom say "Happy Birthday"
when her son is in Heaven?
I miss You so much!!
Trying to stay strong
I know you are always with me.
Our third Christmas without you.
So unreal
My Sweet Angel Son
I can't believe it's going to be 2 years
that you have been gone from home. I miss you
more every second of the days and nights. I'm
trying so hard to go on, But this is the hardest
thing to ever go through as a parent. You are my
1st born Son, my Sunshine, my Athlete, so much
more to me. We all Love you, nothing can take that
away. I hope you see whats going on down here.
Keeping your memory alive is my goal in life.
Peace to you my child
This little Dove of Peace flies from site to site, please help it make a line around the globe by taking it to your memorial site, or give it to someone else for their site. Thank You!
This is the way it always was!
The 4 of us
Together
HAPPY 24TH
ANTHONY
I'm told you're always with me Although I may not see you there I know you live inside my heart and our bond we'll always share. So as the holiday season comes upon us, watch over us from up above, know we're all thinking of you & send you all our love.
I Miss You So Though you are not here wherever I go or whatever I do I see your face in my mind and I miss you so
Remember who you are and what matters most. Truth is the lanquage of heaven
FRIENDS & FAMILY Anthony had so many that he treasured. He will always be watching over all of us.
No time on Earth is long enough to share with those we love Or prepare our hearts for the last Goodbye
Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some people stay for a while and give us a deeper understanding of what is truly important in this life. They touch our soul. We gain strenght from the Footprints they have left on our hearts and we will never be the same.
A Life that touches the hearts of others goes on Forever
Grief is love not wanting to let go
If I could talk to everybody in the world, I'd let them know to be careful for what they ask for, Be careful of what they say Because you never know when Someone you love becomes an Angel For me April 28th was that day....
SOMEDAY Someday, it won't hurt so bad and I'll be able to smile again. Someday, the tears won't flow quite as freely whenever I think of what might have been. Someday, the answers to "Why" and "What If" won't be quite as important. Someday, I'll be able to use what your death has taught me to help others with their grief. Someday, I'll be healed enough to celebrate your life as much as I now dwell on your death. And someday, maybe tomorrow I'll learn to accept the things I cannot change...... But for today.. I think I'll just be sad.
My heart is filled with memories of a sweet little boy who touched my life & changed my world Forever. I'm so glad you're my SON
A Family across the Miles Lets not count the miles in between they're not what matters most. Let us recall the Joy we've shared those thoughts will keep us close. Let us fill our minds with thoughts of memories held dear. And the miles in between us will just seem to disappear.
Some of Anthony's many friends
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BROTHERS As Kids we lived together we fought, we laughed, we cried. We did not always show the love, that we both had inside. We shared our dreams and plans and secrets too. All the memories we shared is what bonds me now to you.. We grew to find we have a love that is very strong today.. It's a love shared by our Famiy, that will never fade away. You are my Brother not by choice, but by the nature of our birth. I could not of chosen a better one. For you were the best on EARTH.....
Every second of every minute Every minute of every hour Every hour of every day Every day of every year of my life I will remember you
I miss telling you everything I miss showing you things I miss your eyes. I don't like missing you It is a very cold and
Today is a big day for Mom and Us. Look down on Mom for me. I miss you Anthony. All I keep saying to myself is "WHY ?" Anthony, Why did it happen to you? I can't even tell you how much I miss you. I want to talk to you so bad. I Love you so much. RYAN 4-28-07
My Child On the day God took you I thought that I would die. I wondered where the time went I asked alot of Whys??? With people all around me I felt alone inside From all their words of comfort I couldn't seem to hide I thought I might be dreaming That I'd wake and find you here I thought," this can't be happening" As I wiped another tear. On the day that you were laid to rest My heart yet broke again. I wondered if the pain would end But mostly, I wondered when. It's hard to be without you At times the days seem long Sometimes I just sit crying. I wish we'd had more time Before your life was done. I hope you're resting Peacefully My Precious One...
Time may wipe out many things But this it wipes out never The memory of those happy days When we were all Together
Dear God,
I miss my Son, I carry his memory with me wherever I go. I pray that you remind me that he remains a part of me in everything I do, and everything that I am. Continue to show me that he is still a part of my life and that nothing can seperate us. I ask that you keep the bonds between us strong in Spirit until the day that we are Reunited in Heaven. I LOVE YOU ANTHONY MOM
Life is all about making priorities. "Be sure you know what your priorities are before you make choices." I read this on another site today:
You Don't Get Over It You Just Get Through It. You Don't Get By It, Because You Can't Get Around It. It Doesn't Get Better, It Just Gets Different Every Day........ Grief Puts On A New Face.....
Chiseled in Stone You don't know about sadness until you face it alone. You can't know about lonely until the love of your Son's name is chiseled in stone. Now standing beside a grave site so alone yearning for the love you have known. Such pain now grips your heart because from them, you are now apart. Sweet memories still flood your mind of sharing with them, all the good times. But not all hope is gone for us For one day, Anthony again I will see In heaven there will be no more tears, only Happiness & Love through the years of all God's eternity.
Anthony and his Dad
The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each others life. Rarely do members of one family grow up under the same roof.
Anthony's Baptism Cake God Bless Our Dear Son When you visit this site Please let us know by lighting a candle, share a story, a memory, a photo, a special song, Keep Anthony's spirit going
The loss of a child is not something anyone can ever get over. Each day carries with it a new challenge. Life does go on, but that does not mean I will ever abandon my son. He will forever be a part of my daily life. If anyone has a problem with it, I don't really care. I gave him life, and he will always have a place in my heart, soul and life. Anthony is half of me, noone can ever take that away.
The special bond of Mother and Child is written with Love on their hearts and souls and makes them a part of each other forever.
Anthony and Mom in Niagra Falls, Canada People ask me how I'm doing and I say that I'm ok but the fact is that I'm not.... My pain worsens every day... If I had only known you'd be gone, my precious, loving Son. Some can't seem to understand and think I should be able to go on, But how can I do such a thing when a huge part of me is gone. They say that it gets easier & your burden is less to bare. I just can't believe thats true when Anthony's what I loved and is no longer here. Although my heart is broken & my tears overflow, I try to hide the sadness so no one will ever know. Anthony, you are with me always.
So Cute
Anthony Took A Huge Piece Of My Heart With Him And Each And Every Day Is A Struggle For Me.......
12-22-84 4-28-06 It's been a year already. Tony, I miss you so much. It hurts to know that you're gone. I'll never forget all the memories. I Love You R.I.P. Shannon May the moon keep you centered May the sun keep you dancing And the stars shed light on your dreams Till we meet again, May God hold you in the Palm of his hands.........
I'm turning 23 in Heaven, oh wow what a Party in store for me, You'd be so very proud, Mom If only you could see! The #23 means so much to me still, For when I tell you of its meaning You'll see why it always will. The # 2 stands for you & the # 3 stands for me It's the # to show our bond throughout Eternity. You always gave so much to make me the man I am today. Although God has me in his keeping..In your heart is where I stay. I know how much you love me & God has promised me, that someday you shall join me, Oh what a day that will be. I'm the "Heavens Team" Sports Announcer, For God chose me from all the rest, He knew how much I wanted the job & so he chose the best. So as I celebrate my Birthday, Please wipe your tear filled eyes, Know that I love You more than words can say and this will never be Good-Bye! Happy 23rd Birthday Anthony written with love by Dawn Elmore
Birthdays don't end with death But last as long as love And so we celebrate your day by visiting your grave A place that you have left so long since, But is all that we have....
WE WILL ALWAYS BE A FAMILY
Anthony, I know we've never met, but it seems as though I know you so well. Everyday I see you, whether its in a picture or a memory of you shared with me. I am so sorry for what has happened to you and to your family. Even though you're not here with them, they keep you very close. They include you in everything they do in any way possible. I get to see what an affect you have had on so many people. You must have been a pretty amazing guy. You have so many people that miss you and love you here. Everyday I wish I had met you to see who this person is that has had such an profound impact on those around him. I'm sorry to never have met you, but Thank You for all you've taught me. You showed me that one person really can make a difference and how to love someone and be there for someone you care about when they need it.
REST IN PEACE
A Life that touches The Hearts of Others Goes on Forever
I've come for a little chat Son, I know that you can hear, Whenever things are difficult I always come back here. I tidy around and talk to you and think about the past. All those precious moments Destined not to last. I feel your eyes upon me As I turn to walk away. And that little chat I've had with you gets me through another day. We use to have some wonderful chats, You would share so much with me....
Our Precious Son
A simple turn of the hourglass can change the course of a lifetime
Things I feel most deeply are the hardest things to say My dearest one, I loved you In a very special way. If I could have one lifetime wish One dream that would come true I'd pray to God with all my heart for yesterday and you.
I went to meet the group Mercy Me This song has so much meaning for me. It was sung at Anthony's funeral.
He had a nature you could not help loving And a heart that was purer than gold And to those who knew him and loved him His memory will never grow cold.
ALWAYS OUR STAR
Gone is the face we loved so dear, Silent is the voice we loved to hear, Too far away for sight or speech But not too far for thought to reach Sweet to remember him once here Who though absent is just as dear
I lost a son, I hear myself say and the person I'm talking to just turns away Now why did I tell them I don't understand It wasn't for sympathy or to get a helping hand. Just wanted to tell them I lost something dear. I want them to know that my Son, he was here. So if I upset you, I'm sorry as can be. You will have to forgive me. I could not resist, I just want you to know that my Son did exist. In loving memory of my son "ANTHONY.
Anthony's 8th grade graduation
DON'T GO AWAY THEY WALK BESIDE US EVERYDAY
Remember to let those that you love, know that you love them while you still can. Know that someone in the world loves you beyond measure.
My Family
They say, Time will make all this go away. But it's time that has taken my tomorrow's and turned then into yesterday's
I will remember you, will you remember me?
Everyone Knew how important the # 23 was to me!!!
Your presence we miss Your memory we treasure Loving you Always forgetting You....Never Cherishing a million memories of you today and Always
Scoring A Run
At Dawn, Dusk and in between...... I think of you
Always remember Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take But by the moments that take our breath away.
How do you say good-bye to someone you shared a love with, to someone who brought so much joy and fulfillment.... How do you say good-bye and let go of that which you once held...to comfort and nourish and to love.... I don't think we can ever really say good-bye anymore than we could say good-bye to our hearts. We will survive but we will never forget....
Our King
A thousand words can not bring you back I know because I've tried and neither can a million tears I know because I have cried
Anthony and Grandpa
Family Vacation in Cancun
Anthony and his friend Vince, Vince sadly passed away just two weeks later.
We little knew that morning, that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone, for part of us went with you, the day god called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, and though we cannot see you you are always by our sides. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, Our family chain will link again.
You see my Tears You see inside my heart, God has shown you my soul. you can look at me and really see me. We are connected. We are like one whole. I hear your music It echoes in my own I do not see my tears, when I listen with all my heart. You are goodness & Love. I see your face when I am troubled I hear your voice when I'm alone. My tears which I shed are like rain on a sad day. You see me smile when I speak your name. I can't make it through this without your strenght. In your eyes, I see heaven and heaven sees me. You, Anthony are the whispers of my Heart.
Graduation
Anthony celebrating Mom's birthday
I'm so proud to say we share the same DNA. I never thought you'd be the one to break my heart in two. I pray for the day we will be reunited once again to continue the tight bond that brothers have. I love you so much and dedicate the rest of my life to you, Come with me everywhere I go so you can expierence the world with me every step of the way. I wish I got the chance to tell you how important you were to me....At least you have Vince to keep you company. REST IN PEACE 12-22-1984 4-28-2006
Our first trip without Anthony. We know he was with us in Spirit. We Love You Anthony!
Each morning when I awake I know that you are gone. And no one knows the heartache as I try to carry on, my heart aches with sadness & secret tears flow. What it meant to lose you no one will ever know. My thoughts are always with you, you're place no one can fill. In life I loved you dearly, in death I'll love you forever.
It seems that everyone has some advice on how to get on with life. None of these people have lost a child. How do they think that they know what will help me. Yes, I do have 2 other sons, and they need me. But I have a hole in my heart that will never be mended.
Anthony, I love You. Every day you are with me, in my heart, my head & hopefully physically next to me in some way. It's so hard to go on without hearing your voice. I wish everyone I meet in life had the chance to meet you, You are the apitmay of me. I have looked up to you since Forever. You'd always pick on me for saying "Just wait until I'm older then you" and now that day on earth is coming.. I hate that your'e not here. It makes no sense. I hope Heaven is amazing, the best party, the best game, the best of everything for you. Eventually we will all be together. I can't wait for that day. I wish I had the chance to tell you everything I know now. You are my right hand man, my friend and my big brother. I love you so much. Rest In Peace Brother
To the outside world we all grow old But not to Brothers & Sisters We know each other as we always were. We know each others Hearts. We share private family jokes. We remember family feuds, secrets family griefs and joys. We live outside the touch of Time........
This is a pain that is caused by a heart that is breaking from the anquish of the most terrible loss one can ever imagine. Time will never heal, it will only teach us to live with the pain that we feel for the rest of our lives. A son is irreplaceable. Nothing in this world will ever fill the void he has left in my life. Every second of my life i think of my son "Anthony" and I grieve for him. I thank God that he shared him with me, if only for a short while.
It's not good-bye But See you later in Heaven
The love between a mother and child is the strongest bond known to mankind. It is pure, honest, unconditional and forever.
Somewhere in my dreams I'll see you standing there. You look at me with a smile. "Life isn't always fair" While there's a heart in me You'll be a part of me.....
You are not on earth, but up in Heaven. You will be in our hearts and memories forever.
Celebrating Easter with Aunt Ginny and Ryan
Just Fiddlin Around
Tony The Tiger- We're Grrrrrreat!!!
We don't stop being Mothers because our child dies. It is the hardest thing to explain and I feel that losing a child is very different than losing any other loved one. I long for my Son every second, minute, hour of every day. I long for his touch, voice, sense of humor, wittiness, smile, smell, jokes....I miss you my precious "Anthony" and will forever until we are reunited again. I thank you my son for giving me so much joy and teaching me about love, courage and perseverance,dignity and so many more things. I always thought I'd be my childs teacher, but it has been quite the opposite. You are forever in my heart and mind I love you my sweet Anthony
We all remember that look We all know you're gone & gone is forever. I sometimes think I hear & see you, then I think it's not true & it breaks my heart in two, two pieces that slowly mend together month after month. Memories are painful & also wonderful. Why God wanted you is something no one knows. Why you took his hand and left us all behind. What we will always know & always show is that you are a part of us till the end of our time.....
Our Angel's Burial Site The Bond between Mother and Son Lasts a Lifetime
Perhaps they are not Stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are Happy Aunt Kimmie and Uncle Todd made this for you
A Special Angel
There's a special angel in Heaven that is a part of me. It is not where I wanted him But where God wanted him to be. He was here just a moment Like a night time shooting star And though he is in heaven He isn't very far . He touched the hearts of many like only an angel can do. I would've held him every minute If the end I only knew. So I send this special message to heaven up above Please take care of my Angel and send him all my Love.....
Each of us is given a measure of time that gives even as it takes........
Brothers Until The End We used to talk We used to laugh We were the best of them. I thought thats how it would always be. You taught me so much, told me exactly what to say. I wish it were still the same. But, someday I know it will, maybe not today But we will meet up again It won't be long until I see your face In Heaven on that marvelous day!
My Little Munchkin Man 4-7-07 RIP I miss you so much. Only if you knew how much you meant to me and how you made me feel. I love you Anthony We had alot of good times. You always took me every where with you. There is not a day that goes by that I'm not thinking of you. I'm always going to be "Your little Munchkin Man"
Sports played a major role in Anthony's life. He gave it 100% all the time. He has so many trophies for Baseball, most important one " The leadership Award." He loved Golf and playing Basketball or just shooting hoops with the Guys..What a 3 point shooter! He was a team player. He bowled on a men's leaque and of course came in 1st place, the Sunday before he passed. Anthony, you will always be our #1 Sports Star. A Prayer For Anthony & Me At night when each day is just about done, In the morning before a new day has begun, I thank God above that I am the one that can proudly say , yep that one, he's my son. A SON IS FOREVER
IF SOMEONE WERE TO ASK ME WHAT HAS BEEN MY BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT IN LIFE, I WOULD LIFT MY HEAD HIGH AND SPEAK FROM MY HEART WITH A PARENT'S PRIDE AS I SAID THE WORDS "'MY SONS."
May the moon light your path in the darkness May the peace of the night calm you May you always feel me near
and know that I love each and every one of you Friends are like Stars you can't always see them but you know they're always with you
His charming ways & smiling face are a pleasure to recall, He had a kindly word for each and died beloved by all.
OUR WORLD
I ASKED GOD FOR A FLOWER, HE GAVE ME A GARDEN I ASKED GOD FOR A TREE, HE GAVE ME A FOREST I ASKED GOD FOR A RIVER, HE GAVE ME AN OCEAN I ASKED GOD FOR THE WORLD, HE GAVE ME "ANTHONY' MY HEART IS LOST TO YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER.
WE LOVE YOU 'ANTH0NY JOSEPH SURVILLA'
Tributes and Condolences
November 20th, 2009 Winter is coming / MOM
Hey Bud I am missing you and dreading the month ahead your birthday will be here soon 25th birthday UNREAL It would be such a big day for you if you were home with us. I just sit sometimes and won...
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Hi, Pat / Cheryl Hujar (Mom to Steve )
I've been thinking of you. I always appreciate the way you keep in touch in your own way I understand that because I've really narrowed down my own contacts. You begin to see who understands you and who doesn't. And I know you feel&...
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Sending Autumn Greetings! / Angela-Daughter To Angel Linda Taylor
August 25th, mom loves you / MOM
Hey my sweet child well my computer has been done for 2 weeks so I am going crazy. I came to the little town library to write this. Me and Ryan went to Williamsburg a couple of weeks ago All I could see was you and Ryan ...
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Thinking of you... / Angela-Daughter To Angel Linda Taylor
Sept. 13, 2006 8:00am. Its a Gloomy day / MOM Read >>
Tomorrow Tomorrow is not promised to anyone, Young or old alike. AND TODAY MAY BE THE LAST CHANCE YOU GET TO HOLD YOUR LOVED ONE TIGHT. SO, IF YOU'RE WAITING FOR TOMORROW, WHY NOT DO IT TODAY? FOR IF TOMORROW NEVER COMES YOU'LL SURELY REGRET THE DAY. THAT YOU DIDN'T TAKE THAT EXTRA TIME FOR A SMILE, A HUG, OR A KISS AND YOU WERE TOO BUSY TO GRANT SOMEONE WHAT TURNED OUT TO BE THEIR ONE LAST WISH. SO HOLD YOUR LOVED ONES CLOSE TODAY, AND WHISPER IN THEIR EAR, TELL THEM HOW MUCH YOU LOVE THEM AND THAT YOU'LL ALWAYS HOLD THEM DEAR. TAKE TIME TO SAY "I'M SORRY," "PLEASE FORGIVE ME" "THANK YOU" OR "IT'S OKAY' AND IF TOMORROW NEVER COMES YOU'LL HAVE NO REGRETS ABOUT TODAY........
Anthony's Friends Anthony's friends were so important to him, no matter what he always cared about what they felt or if they were having a hard time he would be right there to make them smile and feel better. That was his way....He had friends from 1st grade that he kept close with, and they were part of his service by being pall bearers for him. He would of been so proud of all of them. I know I was...Sometimes in life you meet people that leave a piece of them with you, I think Anthony did that with so many. I have memories of things that he shared with me about his friends and parties that I will treasure, each time I see you guys I will think good things, funny things, fun times that you all shared with my boy. He had many different sayings, "Peace" at the end of his conversations, When he would answer his phone it was " Yo Whats Up" If something caught him off guard it was " Oh My Goodness" or " Thats Crazy"...I'm sure these ring a bell with some of his friends. Make sure to visit him in Gibson and talk awhile with him, He is listening to everything you say.....Keep him in you thoughts and smile for him....Love to You Anthony and to all who read this......It's all for you Anthony
You Are My Sunshine I Can Only Imagine Where do I begin as his Mom, Anthony is such a loving person, the biggest heart you could imagine. A true friend, son, brother, grandson, nephew,so much more to so many people. We all miss him so much. It doesnt seem possible that this has all happened. I at this stage of my life cant Imagine what the rest of my life will be without him sharing it with me on a daily basis. We talked about so many important things, life in general, girls that broke his heart, friends that were and weren't loyal to him, we have a bond that is Unbreakable.....Anthony you will always be my Sunshine and my 1st born son......My life will be dedicated to remembering you and sharing your qualities with everyone that I come in contact with. I always talked about you before so i sure won't stop now...You left behind 2 wonderful brothers that truly worship you and miss you every day. They will never let you down and never forget all your'e special ways, the temperment that you so freely showed, the love of music and sports that you wanted everyone to be as involved with as you were....You wanted to be loved and you sure were and are I Love You
I Miss You So
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