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Joseph Anthony Obituary
A resident of the Peninsula since 1962, Joe served in the U.S. Army during WW II and retired from Federal Civil Service at Ft. Monroe in 1980.
Joe is survived by his wife, Rae, the woman he loved his whole life; four children, Jay, Jeff, Joel and Joyce; and five grandchildren, Justin, Chris, Alexis, David and Daryl.
Anyone who knew Joe is asked simply to do something kind and generous for a stranger. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Anthony
Glenda
October 19, 2024
We still miss the King of Hearts.
October 30, 2009
Like my sister, Dana, I have not had contact since No. 41st Street in Arlington, but I enjoy seeing Rae in Mom's wedding pictures. I am living in Gloucester now, and thus the Daily Press!! Hope Rae is doing well, and my condolences to the entire family
Barbara Barclift Willard
Mrs. Sam Britt of Home & Health Care
October 26, 2009
To the family:I express my deep condolences to you. In the spirit of the Apostle Paul, we read: "For all things I have the strength by virtue of him who imparts power to me." Philipians 4:13
October 26, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the family. Although I knew Mr. Anthony in his later years he left an imprint on me because of his caring kind ways and quick joke. I know his life has made an impact on many. May he rest in peace.
Judy Cunningham
Glenda and Jay Anthony
October 25, 2009
We have sadly said good-bye to The King of Hearts. He had a wonderful life and joyously shared his love and generosity with us.
We miss him so much,
Glenda and Jay Anthony
Dana Newsome
October 25, 2009
Our deepest sympathies on your great loss. Although we have not seen you since the 1960's in Arlington, VA, I think of you often and have looked at your pictures often in my mother's photo album. My mother, Jane Irene Kessler Barclift, passed away on April 25, 2008. She was 89 years old and suffered with Alzheimers. She was able to live at home until the last year of her life, and she often relayed her fond childhood memories with me. You were dear friends to her. Thank you for being her friend; and I am terribly sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Dana
(My father passed away in 1996, at age 81. They had enjoyed living in Colonial Beach during their retirement, beginning in 1972.)
Chris Snead
October 25, 2009
Rae, it saddens me so much to read that you have lost your beloved Joe. Joe was one of the first people I met when I first entered the work world. He was the sweetest and kindest man I have ever met. He had such a great sense of humor. I loved him and you. Because later I met you, my mentor and my life changed forever. I consider you and Joe has one of my angels who set me on the right path. I will never forget him Rae. My prayers are with you and your family.
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