D. Anthony Botkin

D. Anthony "Tony" Botkin, age 59 of Oviedo, Florida, formerly of Fairborn passed away November 4, 2021. He was born October 31, 1962 in Muncie, Indiana, the son of William and Judith (Corn) Botkin. He was currently employed with Cox Automotive. Tony loved photography and journalism; the great outdoors; and being involved in the Boy Scouts of America. He enjoyed being near the beach and going on adventures; as well as rooting for his favorite football teams, Ohio State and Cincinnati Bengals. He will be remembered for his great sense of humor, kind spirit, and big cheesy grin. Tony was a loving and devoted father, grandfather, son and a dear friend to many. He is survived by his parents; eight children, Darryl Botkin, William Botkin, Katherine (Daniel) Christy, April Botkin, Amy Botkin, Christopher (Viktoria Ostendorf) Botkin, Joshua (Chelsea) Botkin, Matthew Botkin; his children's mother, Angie Botkin; grandchildren, Aidan Christy, Mitchell Christy, Nolan Christy, Oliver Christy, Everett Christy, Warrick Christy, Mercy Miller, Gavin Bruderer, Vanessa Botkin, Marley Botkin, Nicholas Willis, Milania Willis; two brothers, Tim Botkin, Andrew Botkin; as well as extended family. A funeral service will be held on Saturday November 13, 2021 at the Belton-Stroup Funeral Home, 422 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Rd., Fairborn, Pastor Eric Meade officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:30 A.M. until the time of service. Burial will follow at the Byron Cemetery.
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