Reta Joyce Anthony

Reta Joyce Anthony obituary, Collierville, TN

Reta Joyce Anthony

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10670 US Highway 64, Somerville, TN 38068

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Peebles West Funeral Chapel at Oakland

10670 US Highway 64, Somerville, TN 38068

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Reta Anthony Obituary

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Reta Joyce Anthony, age 76, a resident of Collierville, Tennessee, passed away on March 13, 2026 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.

She was born in Collierville, Tennessee to the late Elton Anthony and Fairy Webb Anthony. Reta was married to the late Morris “Son” Anthony and spent many years working in the manufacturing industry producing outdoor supplies. She was known as a simple and kindhearted lady who found joy in the small things in life.

Reta loved animals, especially her beloved cat, Blackie. She treasured her church family and enjoyed spending time with her loved ones, particularly her grandchildren. She also enjoyed going to local stores where she could visit with friends and socialize with the people she met.

She is survived by her daughter, Tina Ortega (Joaquin); two sons, Brian Anthony and Dennis Anthony; one sister, Regina Register; one brother, James Elton Anthony; and three grandchildren, Madison Ortega, David Anthony, and Natalia Ortega.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Morris “Son” Anthony.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Peebles West Funeral Chapel. Visitation will be held Monday evening, March 23, 2026 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Peebles West Funeral Chapel, with an additional visitation Tuesday from 1:00 P.M. until the time of service at 2:00 P.M.

Interment will follow on family property.

Peebles West Funeral Chapel - Oakland

10670 U.S. Highway 64 P.O. Box 250, Somerville, TN 38068

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Upcoming Events

Mar

23

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Peebles West Funeral Chapel at Oakland

10670 US Highway 64, Somerville, TN 38068

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Mar

24

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Peebles West Funeral Chapel at Oakland

10670 US Highway 64, Somerville, TN 38068

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Mar

24

Funeral service

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Peebles West Funeral Chapel at Oakland

10670 US Highway 64, Somerville, TN 38068

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Only 6 days left for delivery to next service.