Anthony Richard Machado

In loving memory of Anthony "Tony" Richard Machado who passed away peacefully with his family by his side on June 23, 2024 at the age of 68. Tony was diagnosed with stage 4 liver cancer in May 2023. Tony fought a courageous battle for the last year with his loving wife Robin by his side. Tony was born in Patterson, CA on September 15, 1955 to John and Marlene Machado. The Machado family moved to Watsonville, CA when Tony was 6 years old. He attended Renaissance High and graduated in 1973. Tony traveled to several states for work, eventually settling in Custer, SD and worked as a heavy-duty mechanic for Black Thunder Coal Mine in Wyoming.

Tony was a dedicated and highly skilled mechanic, a skill undoubtedly inherited from his father. It was while living in Custer he met the love of his life, Robin in 2009. They were married in 2015 during the Sturgis Bike Rally Week which was something they both enjoyed attending every year with friends and family. Tony shared a deep passion for riding motorcycles with his wife, his brothers Phil and Vernon and close friends.

For Tony's birthday every year he and Robin would go to the Deadwood Jam with a group of close friends, Tony was always up for an adventure! Tony enjoyed dancing and listening to the Blues.

Tony's life on this earth made a wonderful impression to so many people that had the privilege to know him. He was quick witted and made everyone laugh and smile around him. He was a hard worker and helped anyone in need. He had so many friends and family that loved him deeply and all will miss him!

He is survived by his wife Robin, his son Aaron (Melissa), daughter Isabel (Donald), sister LaShall Machado, brother Phil (Jackie), Vernon (Barbara), his stepchildren: Danya Red Legs, Damian Red Legs and Dustin Red Legs. He's also survived by 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

There will be a celebration of life for friends and family on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 3pm at Pajaro Valley Golf Course, 967 Salinas Rd, Royal Oaks, CA. There will also be a short ride on the day of celebration of life meeting at Corralitos Market at 12:30pm. The ride will go through Watsonville, Aromas and Royal Oaks ending at the Pajaro Valley Golf Course.

All of those that want to ride are encouraged to join us (even those in vehicles are welcome to join us) with family and friends, please come celebrate Tony's life!

Published in The Pajaronian · August 26, 2024