"Tony" Wu Li

Wu 'Tony' Li (46) entered into rest on August 28, 2020 in Miami, Florida. Tony was born on November 9, 1973 in Fuzhou, China to parents Jin Guang Li and Ying Mei Li. In 1989 he decided to pursue a dream and start a new life in America. In 1999 Tony married the love of his life Jane, and together they decided to make Ocala, Florida their new home. Tony was an exemplary, stand up figure of the Ocala community. He led life with passion, integrity, moral, and dignity. The love that Tony had for his family and friends was evident and being dear to Tony meant that he would do anything for you. He has helped so many people in so many different ways, and never expected one thing in return. Pure is one word that could be used to describe him. Tony possessed a work ethic like no other and was gracious in his ways. He had no trouble bringing a vision to life, nor getting others to see it. Full of wisdom, love, and humor, there was never a dull moment in his presence as he always loved to have a good time. Tony was infamous for sharing his knowledge and would always encourage you to be your very best. His strong personality made it very easy to admire him, with his infectious laugh, and w...[more]

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y sense of humor. As charismatic as he was, he knew when to be serious. As an employer he knew just what to do, from training a new member of the Tony's Sushi family, to creating new dishes to eat. Any patron of his beloved restaurant would automatically be welcomed with open arms. Tony's priority was to always satisfy those who walk through the doors of his restaurant. As a natural born leader, Tony leaves behind a legacy that will be upheld by those closest to him. Tony will forever live on in the hearts of his wife Jane Li; son Cyrus Li; parents Jin and Ying Li; brothers Wen Li and Mike Li; sister Ying Li; cousin Denny Chen; as well as extended family members and many many wonderful friends. Let us all always remember our time with Tony as he would want it- not sad, but HAPPY.