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Tony Carden

1954 - 2012

Tony Carden Obituary

Tony Carden passed away Sunday, March 4, 2012, at his home in Arlington. Funeral: At the request of Tony, his service will be held at 1 Saturday in the chapel of University Baptist Church, 2720 Wabash, Fort Worth, the Rev. Mark Woods officiating. Tony will be cremated following the service. Tony was born in Fort Worth to Dennis Gonzales and Naomi Warrior Miller. He graduated from Paschal High School in 1972 and went on to continue his education at Texas Tech. Upon his graduation he started his own business, Indian Summer Tanning Salon and T.C.'s Sports Locker in Fort Worth. In 1995 he moved to Indiana and started yet another career roofing houses. In 2009 he moved back to Arlington to be close to his family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pam, in 2009. Tony was a proud member of the Ponca Indian Tribe. Survivors: Tony is survived by two stepchildren, Ansley and Brayton; sister, Vicki Carden; Juanita Carden whom he lovingly called mother; his birth father, Dennis Gonzales of Fort Worth; and birth mother, Naomi Miller of Florida.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Mar. 9, 2012.

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Brayton

March 4, 2021

9 Years! Tony, you were the life of everything. I cannot believe you are not here to see how much I have grown. My friends and I still tell many of stories from the past. Rest easy big guy. :)

Ralph Archenhold

March 3, 2019

Time flies by, doesn't it. It is difficult to believe seven years have gone by since Tony passed on. I hope his soul is at peace. I will keep good memories of my childhood friend.

Ralph Archenhold

March 15, 2012

I hope you are in a peaceful place, my childhood friend.

Lori Larsen

March 13, 2012

Peaceful journey Tony.. When you glean the spirit of my wonderful friend Pam, tell her I love her.

Tony and my mom Pam at their wedding in 2007

Ansley Russell

March 12, 2012

I wish I could have told you good bye. you were not only my friend but my stepfather. I will always miss those laughs and memories we made together over the last 10 years. You will never be forgotten. i love you and miss you soo much!

Amby Tanner

March 10, 2012

Tony, I loved you like a brother and will always keep you and our memories and conversations. So glad we grew up together.

Bill Robinette

March 10, 2012

Tony will be missed by all. He was a valuable member of the PHS family

Jim Thiemet

March 9, 2012

Tony, I am proud to know that you called me friend, my brother. It was an honor to be your friend. Thank you for calling me in to join the powwow, one of the most meaningful things in my life. I wouldn't have been here if it weren't for you. You will be sorely missed but not forgotten as your legacy lives on. We will hear your laughter each September at Andersontown as we work to carry on your legacy, brother. Until we meet again, godspeed Tony LittleBear!

Steve Matthews

March 9, 2012

I was shocked and saddened to learn of Tony's passing today. We had recently reconnected and spoke on the phone often as of late. Tony and I grew up on Shelby together and I will always remember those fun times. You will be missed TC. Our prayers are with you and the family.

Cindy Messing-Longstreth

March 9, 2012

Tony I'm in total shock I always looked at you like a brother. I am so sorry now I haven't reached out to you since I've been back in town. You were always such a dear friend. You will remain in my heart always. I'm sure you are going to enjoy dancing with the angels.

Tom Haggard

March 9, 2012

I graduated with Tony and he was a true and dear friend. Great times together with great friends Tony added so much to all of those around him. Our Jr. yearbook had a quote" Everyman's death diminishes me for I am a part of all that I have met" Thank you Tony for your input of who I am and the blessing you were on those who stay behind. RIP dear friend...Purple Reign!

Vicki Alexander-Gaudet

March 9, 2012

Tony and I had classes together at Paschal and hung out at lunch. I remember he was so fun to be with and what a good looking man! My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Donna Campbell

March 9, 2012

It's always hard to say good-bye to our dear friends and loved ones, but Tony will never be completely gone from our lives. He never met a stranger, he treated everyone he met as a friend whom he'd known forever and always had a "project" that he wanted to do. What started out as a place to take his dog to play frizbee turned into a vision of a powwow at Athletic Park. Thanks to him and his "vision" (and a little help from his friends), his biggest "project" was the "Andersontown Powwow and Indian Market"! It was Tony who introduced his Native American heritage to Anderson in the form of dance, art, trading of goods, food, etc. We will be forever grateful for his visions and his love. God bless you Tony!! We love you and will definitely miss you!!!!

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