George F. Anthony

George Anthony, age 90, of Seymour, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2017 at his home. Born November 17, 1927 in Surprise, he was the son of Forrest Glen and Mary (McDonald) Anthony. On September 18, 1947, in Greenwood, he married Virginia (Jean) McKinney who preceded him in death on September 30, 2007.

After graduation from high school, George joined the U.S. Navy and served during WWII. He then went to Northwood Institute in French Lick and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in hotel management. George had a variety of careers during his life. He worked as a farmer, at the Jay C Food Store, and as a contractor holding a contract with the Post Office. He also owned an arcade for years in the old Vondee Theater. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, American Legion Post #89, and Jackson Masonic Lodge #149.

George volunteered much in his life. He enjoyed anything Seymour Owls, but especially Football. He also volunteered for several years at Redding Elementary as a volunteer Grandpa and to the Owls Parent Club helping make meals. He was also active in the Democratic election board for many years. George’s greatest passions were Christmas, gardening, sports, and enjoying his property at the river. He enjoyed decorating his many Christmas trees throughout his home and was an avid collector of nutcrackers and Santa Clauses. He also was a passionate gardener and would work many hours in his yard and flower beds.

Survivors include his children, Bob (Pam) Anthony, Tom (Christi) Anthony both of Seymour, Barbara (Darrell) Whitmire of Webster, KY, Bonita (Russ) Spray and Jeannie Anthony and Carmen Becerril all of Seymour; grandchildren, Heidi Quirino of Seymour, Virigina Quirino of Indianapolis, Paige Collins of Greenwood, Melissa Anthony of Columbus, Charlie (Amy) Pfiffer of Seymour, Sarah (Shannon) Ault of Seymour, Shawn (Caroline) Wescott of Sweden, Jackie Edwards of Florida, Brandy Edwards-Perry of Columbus, Travis Reynolds of Kentucky, Sara (Jered) Abner, Rusty Spray, John Spray, Nicholas Anthony and Crystal (Aaron) Rollins all of Seymour, Tammi (Shawn) Ross of Freetown, and Leslie Martinez, Chanel Martinez, Warren Martinez, Blaine (Danny) Stout, Kristin (Jacob) Leavy, Madge (Nick) Sons, Eric Cave all of Seymour, Shana Baxter of Nashville and Casey Black of Seymour; George also leaves behind 42 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by one brother, Jim Anthony of California; Marilyn Waltz of Taylorsville, Carol Anthony of Seymour and several nieces and nephews.

George was preceded in death by his parents, wife; two children, Mike Anthony and Debbie Black; grandchildren, Suzanne Anthony, Scott Westcott, Jamie Michelle Anthony; great-grandson Patch Samuel Abner; siblings, Nancy Barnes and Katie Garvey and two infant siblings Boneda and Billy Ray.

Pastor Steve Greene will conduct services 12:00pm on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at Woodlawn Life Celebration Centre. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 4:00pm until 8:00pm and from 11:00am until service time on Thursday at the funeral home. A masonic service will be held at 7:00pm on Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery with full military honors. Memorials can be made at the funeral home in George’s memory to donor’s choice. Friends can sign the guestbook or share a favorite memory at www.WoodlawnFamilyFuneral.com