Anthony (Tony) Phillip Bravo Sr. 92, of Aromas passed away, Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016. He was born Feb. 5, 1923 in Lemore, CA.
Tony resided in Aromas, CA for the last 41 years. He spent a lifetime career in the Precious Metal industry and owned his own business for almost 25 years. Even up to two weeks before his death Tony spent his days working on his own property or helping neighbors and friends. He never arrived empty handed and was always generous in sharing his lemons and other produce that friends would share with him. He enjoyed living in the country and working on his tractor, and spending time with his kids and grandchildren. Always eager to help and offer advice. There wasn't anything he couldn't fix with duct tape, bailing wire and a wine cork! He could travel anywhere in any direction and not have to pay for food due to all the friends he made along the way. Tony spent much of his time over the years spending time with friends and family in Arroyo Grande as well. A neighbor said it best "Tony never changed, but he changed everyone he met."
He is preceded in death by wife, Dolly E. Bravo and son, Anthony Phillip Bravo Jr.
He is survived by his daughters, Cindi Elias (Jack) , and Nancy Madruga (Chris.) Grandchildren: Ann, Amy, Scott, Maria, Lydia (deceased), Samuel, Emma, Gregory (deceased.) Great Grand Children: Megan, Kai, Brenden, Maranda, Marlaina and Toby W. Toby C. , Trent, Benjamin, Chandler.and one on the way. Great Great Grand Children : Alex, Remy, Morgana, Anthony, Lillyanna. Maciee and one on the way.
Tony served in the Army with the 788th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion from 1943 through the end of the war was honorably discharged in December of 1945
Battles and Campaigns: Ardennes Rhineland and Central Europe
Decorations and Citations: WW II Victor Medal, American Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal and The European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal.
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Celebration of Life Details:
1:00p.m.
February 10, 2016
CrossRoads Christian Church, 1035 Rogge Road, Salinas, CA. 93906
Details: Burial to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 18200 Damian Way, Salinas, CA. 93907
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