After many months of chemo followed by several weeks of chemo and radiation treatment, Tony was scheduled for surgery on June 13th 2011.  Tony's wish was to gather as many friends and family members as possible for a "pre-op" party on June 11th prior to leaving for Houston on the 12th.  The party was very well attended and Tony was so delighted and had a wonderful time doing what he loved best - socializing and sharing stories with everyone.  Typical Tony, he had laughingly wanted to call it the ICIDMI party (in case I don't make it) but I managed to convince him otherwise!

FBI Director Louis Freeh’s international trips were legendary for their long days and tightly packed schedules, including working breakfasts, lunches and dinners.  In the mid-90’s Director Freeh visited London and was offered a “Tony Tour” of the Houses of Parliament.  The Director accepted, but stipulated that the tour had to be after the workday.  So, Tony agreed to do the tour at 10 PM.

Predictably dinner with the London Police Officials ran late, and the Director and his entourage didn’t arrive at Parliament till well after the appointed time. Tony was standing by and provided the full tour including a climb up Victoria Tower to view the British copy of the US Declaration of Independence.  The tour concluded well after midnight.

Tony always enjoyed telling that story, but it just goes to show how willing Tony was to do things for his friends, not matter the hour.      

Tony, thanks for all the good times. 

Today is the second anniversary of the day Tony passed away.  This is one of my favorite photos of Tony, looking really happy.  It was taken on a lovely family day two months before we found out about his cancer.  Whenever I feel really down, it helps me to look at it and I always feel better.  I miss you so much, my darling! 
Love,
Sheila xxx

"Each night I put my head to my pillow I try to tell myself I'm strong because I've gone one more day without you."

On Monday 30th June I got home from the dentist at around 5:00pm.  I saw I had a missed call on my home phone.  When I checked, it said the missed call was from Anthony Egerton at 4:38pm and was made from my home phone number (to my home number) - I couldn't explain it.  Then, last Monday, July 7th, I was watching the TV with my cell phone next to me.  Although my cell phone did not ring at all, I later noticed I had a missed call - it was from Tony Egerton and made from my home phone number at 8:14pm.  I did a call back and, sure enough, my home phone rang.  I can't explain it but if anyone can, please let me know.  I would really like to think that Tony is trying to get in touch with me.

It was one of our several meeting.I knew Tony in Rome on 1984 and since then he has been one of mine best friend.Last time I saw him was in Texas on 2009,we spent a beautiful time together and he showed me such nice places!! I will never forget you my FRIEND!!!!!