Tony Luis Milanes

Born on August 15, 1992, in Puerto Rico, Tony’s family is of Cuban descent. He earned an Air Force ROTC scholarship to the University of Florida (UF) where he was a sophomore majoring in civil engineering. Tony was a member of both the UF Air Force ROTC and the wrestling team.

Tony’s life would seem short to many, but the quality of his life is what will be remembered by all. He was a loving young man who always strived to be the best and to give the best to others. His character, tenacity, and spirit distinguished him. Tony’s warmth and smile brightened the world like a ray of sunshine. He will remain in our hearts and minds forever.

Tony is survived by his devoted father, Victor Alejandro Milanes, stepmother Patricia Korducavich, and brother Maximo Maceo Milanes; grandparents Victor and Candida Milanes and Nereyda Cuesta; aunts Mirella Berger, Rosemary Markson; and Nury Alvarez; cousins Katerina & Isabella Berger, Grace & Jake Markson, Julie, Lauren, & Nicole Alvarez. Tony will be buried alongside his mother, Nancy Cuesta Milanes, who was predeceased. His grandfather, Gabino Cuesta, who was also predeceased.

Visitation will take place on Friday, September 9, 2011 from 5pm-9pm at Gonzalez Funeral Home (7209 North Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, FL). A gravesite burial will take place Saturday, September 10, 2011 at 10:00am at Sunset Memory Gardens (11005 N. US Hwy. 301, Thonotosassa, FL).

Tony’s father is establishing a non-profit memorial foundation for organizations which Tony cared about such as the Air Force ROTC, Braulio Alonso High School Wrestling Club, and others. In the interim, please make checks payable to Victor A. Milanes (PO Box 25862, Tampa, FL 33622-5862) in lieu of flowers.