Claude William "Tony" Antonides

Claude William

Antonides

Claude William "Tony" Antonides, born on Nov. 7, 1966, in South Bend, Indiana, passed away peacefully in the afternoon of Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, at Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah. His wife and two sons were with him at the time of his passing.

Tony is survived and deeply missed by his loving wife of 38 years, Leah (née Wiegert); his son, Michael; his son, Joseph, and son-in-law, Wesley; his mother-in-law, Barbara; and his brother, Errol.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Claude William Jr. and Elizabeth (Levy) Antonides; and by his brothers, David, John, Mark, and Paul.

After graduating from Goshen High School (Class of 1985), Tony enlisted in the United States Army. Since then, he led a career in the automotive service industry as an ASE certified mechanic and as a manager. Throughout his career, Tony and his family lived in Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Most recently, Tony was the General Manager of Advanced Auto Parts in Swainsboro.

Above all, Tony was a man of honesty and integrity who cared deeply for his family. A young boy at heart, he brought laughter and joy to everyone around him. During his free time, he enjoyed woodworking in his shop and spending time with his family and pets.

Services will be held Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, at Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m., with the funeral service beginning at 2 p.m. Burial, with military honors, will follow in Chapel Park Cemetery.

Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to assist the family of Mr. Tony Antonides.

Family-placed obituary

The Brunswick News, November 18, 2025