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Anthony Holloway Obituary

Holloway, Anthony O.
RENSSELAER - Anthony O. Holloway, 53, of Rensselaer, passed away suddenly on Monday, October 6, 2025.
Tony was born on March 25, 1972, in Albany, to the late Ishmon and Queenie Holloway. He grew up in the city of Rensselaer and attended Rensselaer schools, where he enjoyed playing multiple sports, including basketball, baseball, and football. One of Tony's proudest moments was being part of the 1990 N.Y. State Championship Basketball Team - a memory he cherished and spoke of often.
Tony graduated with the Rensselaer Jr./Sr. High School Class of 1990, and went on to take classes at Hudson Valley Community College and Schenectady County Community College. He later built a career in construction, working for various companies over the years. Tony was known for his strong work ethic and the camaraderie he shared with his coworkers.
A kind-hearted spirit, Tony was always quick with a smile, a fist bump, or a "what's up" for friends and family. He made it a point to check in regularly with those he cared about.
Tony is survived by his daughter, Saige Roberts; his sons, Storm Holloway and Trevor Holloway; his brother, Jessie (Marie) Holloway; his sister, Marilyn (Isaiah) Holloway; nephews, Christopher (Maxine) Holloway and Miles Franklin; and his great-nephew, Jackson.
Tony was predeceased by his parents, Ishmon and Queenie Holloway.
Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at W.J. Lyons, Jr. Funeral Home, 1700 Washington Avenue, Rensselaer. A service will follow at 12:00 p.m. (noon), with interment immediately after at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Third Avenue Extension, in Rensselaer.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Rensselaer Boys & Girls Club, 544 Broadway, Rensselaer, N.Y. 12144. Online condolences may be offered at www.wjlyonsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Oct. 12, 2025.

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Oct

15

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

W.J. Lyons Jr Funeral Home, Inc

1700 Washington Avenue, Rensselaer, NY 12144

Oct

15

Funeral service

12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.

W.J. Lyons Jr Funeral Home, Inc

1700 Washington Avenue, Rensselaer, NY 12144

Oct

15

Graveside service

12:45 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Holy Sepulchre Cemetery

3rd Avenue Ext., Rensselaer, NY 12144

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W.J. Lyons, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc.

1700 Washington Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144

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Tracey

Yesterday

My Condolences to the Holloway family, I always remember Tony as a polite and friendly kid with a big smile. May he rest in peace.

Sis. Nicole Jones

Yesterday

I am saddened to hear the death of Brother Tony. He carried himself with dignity and respect for himself and others. My condolences to the family.

Claire Anne

Yesterday

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Tony was one of my first friends at SCCC, always had a smile and was just so generous and kind hearted. Although we lost touch, I have such fond memories of our entire crew. So grateful we had the chance to gather for a reunion some years ago. Sad to know that´s the last time we´d all be together. Rest in peace Tony... keep smiling down upon us and all who knew and surely loved you.

Chuck Thomas

October 12, 2025

Anthony was a great friend and he always had a smile on his face he was a kind hearted man that would do anything for him self and his friends he will be very missed by his friend and his brother in Christ

Nikki D

October 11, 2025

We went to SCC together- great memories. My condolences to Tony´s family.

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