Tony

 Tony 

 

I met Tony in the early 1980’s at Baptist College at Charleston, now Charleston Southern University. I could have never imagined the impact of our friendship over the span of those years to now 2021.  

Our families became intertwined. Tony’s mom and dad took me in as one of their own. Tony’s dad who is with Jesus was a wonderful Christian man who did a marvelous job raising Tony and his sister Tina. Tony’s mom is a wonderful Christian lady whose love for Jesus comes across if you spend even a moment with her. She is currently battling dementia, Tony and Tina do such a wonderful job of caring for their mom. 

My children call Tony, “Uncle Tony.”  He has been a big part of their life from as long as they can remember. I have told my boys often, “If you have one friend like Uncle Tony in your life you will be very blessed.” 

From the earliest days at BCC in the 1980’s until today, Tony’s focus has always been my good. He has been there in good times and tough times. We have shared many a struggle and joy during those years. He has encouraged me during times of great challenge and has rejoiced with in times of immense joy. To say he is one of the best friends in the world to me is an understatement.  

 My life has been truly blessed through his friendship and I am so grateful for the impact he has made and is making on my life.