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Jessie Keyt and Stewart Griffin lit a candle
Sunday, April 27, 2014
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Dear Sheril and Family,
Our deepest sympathies during this difficult time. I enjoyed reading the memories of your mother. She sounds like an amazing woman and it's obvious you carry her influence with you.
Fondly,
Jessie and Stewart
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Ehsan and Laila lit a candle
Friday, April 25, 2014
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We pray for you and your family. Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family
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Joan Mais-Canton posted a condolence
Friday, April 25, 2014
To dear Twefik & Sheril I am so sorry to hear this very sad news. I feel for you guys. I remember Shirley as a warm, friendly and sweet lady.
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Sheril posted a condolence
Thursday, April 24, 2014
Remembering The Things My Mother Told Me
Make sure you make really GOOD friends Sheril- She said
And I did maa - and you met them all...
She made really good friends too
And I know all of you.
Don't ever give anyone anything you wouldn't want for yourself Sheril,
It's better not to give anything at all...
And I never did.
THANK GOD for this and that - she always said
she said that a lot...
She was grateful and little things made her happy.
As a child I always asked where I came from -
She always said Browns town Market,
she said she paid 2&6 for me...
she always quoted the same price over the years -
it never changed,
While we always laughed about it -I'll admit I wondered...
sometimes...
Since I first moved away from home she would call periodically at night and say "
its 10 pm - do you know where your children are?"
I still have one such message saved on my answering machine- I saved lots of her messages...
While I always had the sense she considered me a "work-in-progress" she did tell me once -
"Sheril, you are my greatest accomplishment"
She said lots of things to me -
Never be a jealous person Sheril,
someone will always have more than you,
or something bigger and better than you -
and you will always be miserable...
"You can do anything you set your mind to" Sheril
"lower your voice - try"
"Sheril - you are an artist"
"Absolutely NO CURSING"
"put lotion on your feet"
"Temper your confidence Sheril- some people may not like you for it."
"Dress up when you feel down - wear bright colors"
"Smile and pretend you are having a good time"
"Stay close to your family, friends, and church"
She would start important declarations to me with the following words -
YOUR FATHER AND I -
Your Father and I have decided you should go to NYU,
your father and I don't want you to ride your bicycle to Staten Island any more,
your father and I this or that,
your father and I love you...
And... She always worried about me -
as she said to Rachel one day "to the point of paranoia"
But, My Mom had a special appreciation for my cranky side and gave me several nicknames to prove it - among them, Misery and Judge Judy.
She had other names too depending on the context, for example, she told her friend Pam that "Martha Stewart" was coming over when I had a planned visit.
SHE LOVED LIFE AND ALL ITS GIFTS-
"I want all my flowers while I'm alive" you said
And we did our best to give them to you
You loved to travel, and loved it just as much when I traveled...
As a child and young adult, you took me to the opera, films, plays, dance, Radio City Music Hall -
you widened my world
You used to have pets before me and dad - and when I asked "Maa- why don't you have pets now?
You said "Because I have you and your father"
She always made me laugh - she was truly funny
While doing my PhD - I went home for dinner and remarked how good a home cooked meal tasted and for most of the next year - my parents - who were still working, stopped at the market on the way home on Friday, cooked most of the day Saturday and came to my house with a weeks worth of food on Sunday until I graduated.
As most of you know, I never went to work on my ACTUAL birthdays, and mom always wanted to spend that day with me- we spent many such days together.
Periodically she would make deep heartfelt statements when she felt them-
Sheril - she would say on regular occasion- if I die tonight know that- I am happy, I am proud of you, I lived a good life, etc and it was always a happy thought or a matter of her gratefulness and her sense of peace.
Recently she said to a gathering of my friends and co-workers who were visiting her that "it warms a mother's heart to see you all around my daughter"
While looking in the mirror one day mom asked me: What's the sickness where you are skinny and think you are fat?
Anorexia? I answered.
yes... What's the opposite of that? she asked...
I don't know - why?
Because I'm fat but I think I'm beautiful...
And you sure were, inside and out.
During my mother's illness I would listen to a popular song
called "Wake Me Up When It's All Over" -
And these were the lyrics I felt most deeply
Wish that I could stay forever this young
Not afraid to close my eyes
So wake me up when it's all over
When I'm wiser and I'm older
The week before my mother died while driving home one day I herd this
- seemingly for the first time
Life's a game made for everyone
And love is the prize
and I've been a winner for 54 years and for that I'm grateful
Thank you mom,
I love you
C
Cheri Magid lit a candle
Thursday, April 24, 2014
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Sheril, my deepest sympathies. May you be comforted by all those around you and by all the rich and wonderful memories you have.
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Thursday, April 24, 2014
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St. Augustine on a final conversation with his mother, Monica, on the day of her death:
"Alone with eachother, we talked very intimately. Forgetting the past and reaching forward to what lies ahead ... The conversation led us towards the conclusion that the pleasure of the bodily senses, however delightful in the radiant light of this physical world, is seen by comparison with the life of eternity to be not even worth considering. Our minds were lifted up by an ardent affection towards eternal being itself. Step by step we climbed beyond all corporeal objects and the heaven itself, where sun, moon, and stars shed light on earth. We ascended even further ... But we sighed and left behind us the first fruits of the Spirit bound to that higher world, we returned to the noise of our human speech where a sentence has both a beginning and an ending."
As those we love ascend at last to this region of inexhaustible abundance, the loss of their life, the loss of their bodies, becomes the death of us still living. I have survived this death thus far by recalling those moments where the connection between my mother and me was beyond the body. And once again,albeit temporarily, through remembering, I have climbed with her to that region where everything is love and every sentence is silent.
We will always grieve the death of our mothers, but our memory of them, I hope, bridges the distance with more beauty than pain.
- with all my love and with my deepest condolences.
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Karen (Antonio) Hadcock posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Auntie Shirley was a gift to our family. When she laughed, everyone laughed with her, and when she smiled, she lit up the room. Her warmth, generosity and spirit will be truly missed. I imagine that she is dressed to the nines, wandering in some beautiful garden in paradise.
Uncle T, Sheril, she will always live on in my heart and memories. Love you all.
Miss K
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Liz Diggs lit a candle
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
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Sheril, I have admired the force and integrity of your spirit since I first met you more than 20 years ago. Now I understand that your mother's power is reborn in you, and I celebrate her life through yours with deep appreciation.
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Patrick and Irene Mais posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Dear Twefik and Sheril, It is with much sadnesss tht we heard of the passing of Shirley. We wish to offer our sincere condolences at this very difficult time. God bless you both. Warmly. Patrick and Irene Mais
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Jaqueline Milles posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Sheril, sending my heartfelt sympathy to you and your dad. Much love to you.
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Stephanie DiPreta lit a candle
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
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Mrs. Antonio You LIVE life to the fullest, Laugh as often as possible and Love without bias :)
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Emily, Rene and Robert Terte lit a candle
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
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Shirley- a beautiful woman both inside and out who touched many lives in so many positive ways. We wish we had more time to get to know her better because she was so delightful to be with. She will always be remembered. Much love to Sheril, Mr. Antonio and all their relatives. The Tertes
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Tuesday, April 22, 2014
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My deepest sympathy goes out to Dean Antonio and family. I was fortunate to have met Mrs. Cynthia "Shirley" M Antonio, she was a lovely lady and her loveliness will live on through her daughter. May her soul rest in peace.
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Charlie Rubin and Susan Shapiro lit a candle
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
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Sheril
We wish we had known your mom. We know her through you, of course.
Our hearts are with you and your dad.
Charlie and Susan
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Mamad Shirazi lit a candle
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
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Dear Sheril,
Your mom is as much a part of you as she was a separate being when she was with us. That other being still lives: the memories, the examples of how to love, the spirit that has enriched your experience in the world. Cause, all of them, for celebration.
Mamad Shirazi
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Wayne Antonio posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Auntie Shirley you always gave me confidence in myself and always encouraged me and help me become the person I am today! I love you always and will never ever forget the memories! RIP may you be with God!
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Daniel Disla posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Sheril, I am deeply sorry to hear about the death of your mother. My heart is with you and your family. Please accept my condolences. Daniel
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Aeen lit a candle
Monday, April 21, 2014
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Thinking of you - my thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Shahin and Hossain lit a candle
Monday, April 21, 2014
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You are in our prayers and thoughts. Much love.
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Monday, April 21, 2014
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My most heartfelt condollences - wishing you much strength right now..
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Lily Eng lit a candle
Monday, April 21, 2014
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A light that forever shines with LOVE, no matter when, where or why?
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Mark Dickerman lit a candle
Monday, April 21, 2014
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The energy and love of Cynthia Shirley Antonio is still in the world and it will remain.
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Sheril posted a condolence
Monday, April 21, 2014
My mother loved springtime and going to church diring easter - she loved flowers, she loved her church, she loved seeing the new life in her garden and on the trees. She used to stand under blooming trees, she said she felt the energy of the new life.
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Raha Shirazi lit a candle
Monday, April 21, 2014
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As mothers and daughters we are connected with one another for life; We are who we are because of all their love and kindness, and death although tragic will never separate us; they are the beating of our hearts. She will forever be your heart.
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Jacqueline A Lynch posted a condolence
Monday, April 21, 2014
Shirley was a magnet. I thank God our lives had crossed. MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE.
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Sarah and Esme Antonio (Jamaica) posted a condolence
Monday, April 21, 2014
Loyal, dedicated, kind and loving. These are some of the words that come to mind when we think of Shirley. Shirley loved life and lived life, but the time came for her to go. We wanted her here, but God wanted her more. We will all miss her, but she has only gone ahead and we know we will all be together again in a happier place that has been prepared for us all! Twefik and Sheril, as you get on with your life, remember "when you're afraid of what's ahead, remember God is near He will give you strength and joy and hope and calm your inner fear". With all our love, Sarah and Esme
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Dana-Kaye Edwards posted a condolence
Monday, April 21, 2014
Dear Uncle Twefik and Sheril words can not express the loss we are feeling. Aunt Shirley will be truly missed. We are going to miss that beautiful smile and her infectious laughter. I am personally going to miss our talks. Aunt Shirley always gave me words of encouragenent and her great pearls of wisdom. I will always cherish these loving memories. I know that Sister Daisy and Nene welcomed her home into their loving arms.
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Sheril posted a condolence
Saturday, April 19, 2014
My dad was by my mothers side days and sleepless nights
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Sheril posted a condolence
Saturday, April 19, 2014
My mother not only gave me life,
She taught me how to live...
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Tina Dudarevitch posted a condolence
Saturday, April 19, 2014
Mr Antonio and Sheril May your memories comfort and console you during these difficult days. I will always cherish a tea cup Mrs Antonio gave me many years ago. Every time I take a sip from the cup or see it, I will think of Mrs. A's zest for life, her words of wisdom, her compassion, her smile, her grace and elegance. I know Mrs A and Mrs Du are together and watching over us forever. "Life is eternal and love is immortal and death is only a horizon; and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight . Rossito W. Raymond
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Ken Tabachnick and Yael Mandelstam posted a condolence
Saturday, April 19, 2014
The love and light that emanates from your mother, Sheril, is and has been palpable in how you shared her with me. The beauty of light and love is that they always remain, though they may be transformed. Our constant thoughts and prayers are with you, your father, and family during this sad journey.
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Rich and Barb Pearson posted a condolence
Saturday, April 19, 2014
Sheril, may memories of your mom and the love of family and friends surround you and your dad and give you strength in the days ahead. We send much love to you both.
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Rachel lit a candle
Friday, April 18, 2014
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I feel so fortunate to have had the gift of time with Mrs. A these past 15 yrs. Her spirit, humor, intelligence, and appreciation of life have been an inspiration.
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Johnny and Frances Mais lit a candle
Friday, April 18, 2014
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Our deepest Sympathy go out to you. May her soul rest in Peace.
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Pari lit a candle
Friday, April 18, 2014
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You were the light that shinned on so many lives.
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Barbara Malmet lit a candle
Friday, April 18, 2014
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May the light of Cynthia Shirley Antonio continue to shine in the hearts of her dearest ones.
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Jimmy and Mary Antonio posted a condolence
Friday, April 18, 2014
A tribute to Shirley from the Antonio family in Canada. The day after Shirley died, my daughter, Karen, sent an email to her mother (Mary) and me, enclosing two beautiful photos of Shirley. They were taken at her house on Shirley's last visit to Toronto in 2009 on the occasion of the celebration of my 70th birthday. The subject on the email, which incidentally was also copied to her siblings (Roger and Wayne) read: "One Classy Lady" The narrative simply said: "Thought you would like to have these - a beautiful person inside and out". Not much more needs to be said! That's what our family thought of Shirley. She was very dearly loved by all of us and we will miss her terribly. God bless you Shirley and may you rest in peace. (Prepared by Twefik's brother, Jimmy)
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Paul Bronstein and Barbara Malmet posted a condolence
Friday, April 18, 2014
Sheril, Know you and your dad are in our thought. I remember hearing you speak to your mom many times in the mother tongue, and it always sounded like music.
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Carmen Mais Oberheu posted a condolence
Friday, April 18, 2014
My husband, Gary and I, wish the family warm blessings as you travel through this extremely sad journey. Just know that Shirley is more comfortable now and at Peace. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
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Johnny & Frances Mais posted a condolence
Friday, April 18, 2014
To Twefik, Sheril and family We there will be pain but time will dull that We know also that many loving memories will always remain. She gave and received love, making an important contribution to us and the world. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We will also pray for her soul
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Pari Sara Shirazi posted a condolence
Friday, April 18, 2014
Dear Mr. Antonio and Sheril, What can I say? Condolences, what a sad and sorrowful news? No words can describe the lose of Cynthia (Shirley) Antonio. I can never forget her kindness, generosity, her many valuable advise and the sound of her laughter. I can only imagine how sad you must feel. Although she has physically left you, she has become part of your body and soul. When you terribly miss her just put your hand on your heart she is there.
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Wendy Kaplan and Ben Goldberg posted a condolence
Friday, April 18, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family, Sheril. We will always remember your mother warmly.
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April
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2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
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152 East 28th Street
New York, New York, United States
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Thursday, April 24, 2014
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In Loving Memory
Cynthia Speare-Antonio
1938 - 2014
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