This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Tony Schiappacasse who was born in Boulder, Colorado on January 30, 1988 and died in Salida, Colorado on June 23, 2005 at the age of 17. 

Before I continue, I have a question to ask Tonys' friends who were around him during the week of June 23rd 2005-  I suspect that Tonys' death may have been an accident that no one wanted to discuss with me..(after all, he was on his knees). I think I know what  happened (I saw a similar story on "Law and Order") but no one else has mentioned it! - Please, please... if you think Tonys' death was not a suicide but an accident, email me(bschiappa@msn.com) and let me know what you know.  Did any of you "play" the "Choking Game" with him? I'm not looking for someone to blame-and I am not angry at any of you! I'm just trying to understand.  If you or anyone you know is doing this please see the videos at   http://www.gaspinfo.com/ and http://www.myfoxhouston.com/myfox/MyFox/pages/sidebar_video.jsp?contentId=5769544&version=1&locale=EN-US
Thanks to all of you who continue to support me, in person and through this site.  It means a lot to me. 

Tony shot the Vegas video and you can hear his 2003 voice saying "un-huh, I know".  I've included some songs we played together on guitars, listened to, sang to, and enjoyed together.  The background music is by Jimmy Webb and is called "The moon is a harsh mistress" from the album Ten Easy Pieces.   (Tony grew up listening to a large variety of music thanks to his late father, Joe).

Tony experienced much love and happiness in his short life, but also lived with a broken heart from the loss of his older sister and even more, his father's untimely death in March of 2002.
He gave much happiness to all who knew him.  One friend said "man that kid could dance".  I remember!   I often smile when I think of what a cool, crazy kid  he was. 

We held a "one year" memorial service and butterfly release on Friday June 23,2006 at Tony's graveside to celebrate his life and spirit.    Thanks for all who came to support me and remember Tony.  Peace.

For all of you who have asked, I have finally paid off Tony's funeral expenses and gravesite.  I have designed his headstone and am starting payments towards it finally now In October 2008.  Donations are gladly accepted by the Fairview cemetery, 8105 County Rd 144 Salida, CO 81201, (719) 539-4710 Fax (719) 539=4710

Thanks again for your encouragement and support.