Malachi Aaron Antonio

Malachi "Aaron" Antonio, age 36 of Canyon Day, Arizona passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona.  He was born on June 2, 1986 to Arlene Antonio in Phoenix, Arizona.

As a child, Aaron loved riding his bike and skateboard all around, he also enjoyed playing outdoor basketball.  In the winter time, his grandparents would take Aaron and his siblings to the cinder pit to sled and play in the snow.  As Aaron became older, he found a love for golf, fishing, and camping.  He was know to love coffee, tea and he loved to eat.  Aaron was a very bold and outspoken person.  His family said he always had to have the last word, and would speak what ever was on his mind.  

Aaron worked for the Pinetop Country Club and Torreon Country Club as a groundskeeper.  He also worked at Charlie Clarks for a short time to help provide for his family.  Aaron was a great father who spoiled his kids every chance he had. He was always there to support them in sports, and everyday activities.

There will be a one-night wake beginning at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, July 21, 2022 at the family home, 4402 Marigold Ave., Canyon Day, Arizona.  The funeral service will begin at 11:00 A.M. Friday, July 22, 2022 at the Rose of Sharon Church in North Fork, with Pastor Samson Hinton, Sr. officiating.  Concluding Services and Interment will be held at the Cooley Mountain Cemetery in Hondah.