Tony Michael Parra

Tony Michael Parra, Jr 7/28/65 – 11/8/15 Tony Michael Parra, Jr. passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2015 at the age of 50. Tony is survived by his loving parents, Tony and Rachel Parra. Tony is lovingly remembered by his sister Teresa Parra-Peixoto and nephews Anthony Michael Peixoto (Shannon), John Paul Peixoto, and David Gabriel Peixoto (Jennifer) and very close aunts, uncles, and cousins. Tony was born in Oakland, California on July 28, 1965 and moved to Fremont, California in May of 1971. He was an Altar boy for Santa Paula Church for many years, a Boy Scout, played baseball for Fremont American Little League, CYO Basketball, and football for Fremont Football League. Tony graduated from Irvington High School in 1983. Tony loved his nephews with all his heart and was a wonderful uncle. He was also loved by many friends. He was an amazing handyman, enjoyed working with his hands, and electronics. He also loved watching movies and reading Stephen King books. He taught himself to be a rock and roll drummer by listening to his favorite band, Rush. The vigil will be held at Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel of the Angels at 40842 Fremont Boulevard, Fremont, CA on Thursday, November 19, 2015 at 7:00 pm. The funeral service will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish at 41933 Blacow Road, Fremont, CA on Friday, November 20, 2015 at 10:30 am. Interment to follow at Irvington Memorial Cemetery at 41001 Chapel Way, Fremont. Tony is finally at rest and we hold him close within our hearts. Please hold Tony close, as we do, in your mind, spirit, and heart. Tony was sick for a year and helped plan his funeral. He asked that everyone who comes to celebrate his life wear something purple, his favorite color.