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Jose Antonio "Tony" Vazquez
Dec 30, 1957 — Jun 17, 2026
Jose Antonio "Tony" Vazquez, 68, of Davenport, Florida, passed away peacefully at his residence on June 17, 2026. He was born on December 30, 1957, in Holguín, Cuba, to Jose Antonio Vazquez and Elvira Najera.
Tony proudly served his country in the United States Army for 11 years, attaining the rank of Sergeant before receiving an honorable discharge. He later dedicated 20 years of service to the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier, retiring in 2012. In 2019, he and his wife relocated from O'Fallon, Missouri, to Davenport, Florida, where he enjoyed spending his retirement years.
Tony had a passion for bringing people together. He loved playing board games, watching baseball and basketball, traveling, and creating lasting memories with family and friends. Nothing brought him greater joy than a home filled with loved ones, laughter, and good conversation. He was known for his warm heart, gentle spirit, and welcoming nature. Easy to love and a friend to many, Tony's calm demeanor, kindness, and genuine compassion left a lasting impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
In the later years of his life, Tony dedicated himself to his Christian faith, finding comfort, strength, and purpose in his relationship with God. His faith became an important part of who he was and remained a source of peace until the end.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jose Antonio Vazquez.
Tony leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 13 years, Fanny Medina; his mother, Elvira Najera de Vazquez; his son, Jose Antonio Vazquez; his daughter, Danielle Vazquez; his stepdaughter, Erika Lopez; his sisters, Maria Teresa Vazquez and Rosa Elvira Vazquez; eight cherished grandchildren; and extended family members and dear friends who will forever remember his love, kindness, and generous spirit.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at Oak Ridge Funeral Care in Haines City. The family will receive relatives and friends beginning at 2:00 p.m.
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José Antonio "Tony" Vázquez, de 68 años, residente de Davenport, Florida, falleció en paz en su hogar el 17 de junio de 2026. Nació el 30 de diciembre de 1957 en Holguín, Cuba, hijo de José Antonio Vázquez y Elvira Nájera.
Tony sirvió con orgullo a su país en el Ejército de los Estados Unidos durante 11 años, alcanzando el rango de Sargento y recibiendo una baja honorable por su dedicado servicio. Más tarde, dedicó 20 años de servicio al Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos como cartero, jubilándose en el año 2012. En 2019, él y su esposa se mudaron de O'Fallon, Missouri, a Davenport, Florida, donde disfrutó plenamente de sus años de retiro.
Tony tenía una gran pasión por reunir a las personas. Disfrutaba jugar juegos de mesa, ver partidos de béisbol y baloncesto, viajar y crear recuerdos inolvidables junto a su familia y amigos. Nada le brindaba mayor felicidad que una casa llena de sus seres queridos, risas y buenas conversaciones. Era conocido por su gran corazón, su espíritu amable y su naturaleza acogedora. Fácil de querer y amigo de muchos, Tony será recordado por su carácter tranquilo, su bondad y la sincera compasión que demostraba a todos los que tuvieron el privilegio de conocerlo.
Durante los últimos años de su vida, Tony dedicó su vida a su fe cristiana, encontrando consuelo, fortaleza y propósito en su relación con Dios. Su fe se convirtió en una parte fundamental de quien era y permaneció como una fuente de paz hasta el final de sus días.
Le precedió en la muerte su padre, José Antonio Vázquez. Tony deja para atesorar su memoria a su amada esposa de 13 años, Fanny Medina; a su madre, Elvira Nájera de Vázquez; a su hijo, José Antonio Vázquez; a su hija, Danielle Vázquez; a su hijastra, Erika López; a sus hermanas, María Teresa Vázquez y Rosa Elvira Vázquez; a sus ocho queridos nietos; así como a numerosos familiares y entrañables amigos, quienes siempre recordarán su amor, su bondad y su espíritu generoso.
Se llevará a cabo un servicio conmemorativo el jueves 2 de julio de 2026 a las 3:00 p.m. en Oak Ridge Funeral Care en Haines City. La familia recibirá a familiares y amigos a partir de las 2:00 p.m.
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