Anthony A. Smith, age 59, of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin passed away Tuesday, December 21, 2021.
Funeral services will be at 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. Janet Ruark will officiate. Interment will be at the Gould Rock Cemetery, Town of New Chester, Adams County, Wisconsin. Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. until the time of service on Wednesday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
Anthony was born August 2, 1962, in Waukegan, Illinois to Robert and Gladys (Hirst) Smith. He graduated from Adams Friendship High School in 1980 and married Shianna R. Winchester on June 21, 1986, in Grand Marsh.
The family man that he was, Anthony (Tony) enjoyed spending as much time with his family as he could. His happiest times were spent with his wife, kids, and grandkids. He especially loved any time that he was able to play with his three favorite people, his grandsons. They would spend many afternoons outside learning from Papa about building things in the backyard. When he wasn’t teaching his grandsons about building, he was making his (grand) boys Mickey Mouse pancakes (his specialty) in the morning for breakfast.
Tony loved spending time enjoying the outdoors and watching the wildlife in the backyard, outside of his new four-seasons room. No matter where or what they were doing, he and Shianna loved spending time together. One of their favorite activities was going on weekend trips to Minocqua together; going hiking, taking in the sights, and checking out waterfalls. When they didn’t have the time to go to Minocqua, Tony and Shianna loved taking the boat out to go fishing.
In his free time, Tony loved building anything he could get his hands on. Any time someone had an idea, he would make it happen. He got great joy out of helping people with their projects and seeing the results of something that hard work was put into.
Tony enjoyed spending time with great friends shooting pool in the afternoon pool league. Tony was one of those people that would go out of their way to help anyone at any time. He found so much joy in spending time with the people that he loved and laughing with the booming laugh that would go throughout a room. Hearing his booming laughter could make anyone in the room smile. He was always ready with a funny comment, never taking life too seriously, going out of his way to make people laugh, and keeping the humor everywhere he went.
Tony was a member of Grand Marsh Community Center and active in all community events in the Grand Marsh Area. He played a large role in all of the events for kids at the community center as well as the annual Corn-n-Tater Festival.
He worked as a Union Carpenter, Installing Acoustical Ceilings – Sullivan Brothers / Austad & Son / PCI since 1986.
Tony was preceded in death by his father, Robert Smith & eldest brother, Scott Smith.
Survivors include his wife: Shianna Smith, daughter: Ashley (Robert) Allen; grandsons: Nolan & Carson; son: Justin (Autumn) Smith; Grandson: Brayson, mother: Gladys Smith, brothers: Rod (Nancy) Smith & David (Jeannie) Smith, along with loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of the family. I am sending prayers.
Shianna so very sorry! My heart goes out to you, as I’m sure yours is broken. My sympathy to you and your family.
Shianna my sincere condolences to you and your family.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time! Miss D.
So sorry for your loss, my deepest thoughts and prayers are with you all
so sorry for you’re loss we just found out Tony was always a very nice person to us he will be missed Shianna you and you’re family are in our thoughts
Shianna and family we are so sorry for your loss. Sending our thoughts and prayers.
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I will continue to hold your family in my prayers during this difficult time. Shianna-Please reach out if you need anything.
Rod Nancy Dave Jeannie Gladys I have so many wonderful memories of Tony when Scott and I were dating and married, he was the little brother with the big heart. Even back then he had a contagious smile and laugh. I never got to know Tonys family but am so very hearth-broken for all of you. May you have comfort knowing that he is with our Lord and Saviour. Keep his memories alive as you go through this most difficult time. God Bless you all.
Becky & Steve
Shianna . We are very sorry for your loss . We will keep you and your family in our thoughts during this difficult time .
Justin, So sorry to hear about your father’s passing. Deepest sympathies to you and your family
Shianna, Autumn, and families,
Loving hugs to you as you grieve. May you find comfort and peace knowing Tony is well and safe with the Lord.
We were so saddened to hear of Tony’s unexpected passing. Our hearts go out to you at this time of painful grief.
As long as you live Shianna, Tony will live on through you.
So very sorry for your families loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thinking of you at this sad time; our sympathy to you all.
So sorry for your loss I haven’t seen Tony in years but I have great memories of him. That belly laugh was contagious My prayers go out to you all.
I am so very sorry for your loss . Wishing you comfort in your memories of Tony . Deepest sympathy.
So very sorry for your loss Shianna,Ashley And Justin. Love you guy.
I’m so very sorry on your loss
May God family and friends comfort you during this difficult time
As you hug each other share your memories
they are so precious
Shianna and Family,
So sorry to hear of Tony’s passing. My condolences to all the family. Tony was a great guy, talented in his work and jovial with a big heart. We will keep him in our memories.
Sorry for your loss
Shianna and Family, you have my deepest sympathy. Keeping you in my prayers.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss
Rest in Peace Tony. Your impact on Family, friends and neighbors was deep and widespread. You’ll be in our thoughts and hearts forever.
Shianna and family. We were both so very sorry to hear of Tony’s passing. We are sending our prayers for all of you, Our Deepest Sympathy as well.
Karl and Toni Boettcher
Sorry for your loss You & your family are in my thoughts
I am so sorry for your loss. love and prayers for you all
Shianna, I am so sorry to hear of Tony’s passing away. Praying for you and your family that God watches over you and your family during this sad time. 🙏
So sorry for your loss, I Remember Tony,s great laugh as he was serving drinks at the community center.
Shianna, Ashley, Justin and families, so sorry for your loss. Tony was a good man who loved you all dearly! May you all find comfort in your memories!
Shianna, Ashley & family & Justin & family, We did not have the pleasure of knowing Tony! You all have our deepest sympathy.
Our hearts & prayers are with you all. Hans & Dorothy (Bev Pietrzak’s parents)
Shianna, I am so sorry to hear of Tony’s passing away. Praying that God watches over you and your family during this sad time.
Our deepest sympathies. Keeping you in our prayers.
I had the pleasure working with Tony over the years at Sullivan Bros. & Austad & PCI. He always had a great laugh. Our prayers are with your family.
Shianna I am so sorry for your loss of Tony. My prayers are with you and your family.
I loved working with tony at Sullivan brothers. No matter how fast I would try to work, tony would make dog noises at me to get me worked up. He was a fun to be around. So sorry for your loss.
Shianna and family,
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss of Tony. He was a great member of our family at Sullivan Brothers. I remember him as one of the kindest, most mellow people I have known. I’m sure that this is a very difficult time, but you will have fond memories going forward.
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Shianna and family./ Our Prayers for Peace and in time, Healing, from the Great Creator. We are so sorry to learn Tony’s passing.
So very sorry for your loss. Just keep all the memories in your heart, he will always be with you. Prayers to you and your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Great memories of great times spent together.
Shianna, Scott and I were so sorry to hear of Tony’s passing!! I didn’t know him personally, but knew him through all of your stories about him. There are so many wonderful memories for you and your family to hold on tight to!! You’re in our prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss…I will definitely miss him every day at ACE hardware where I would get to wait and chat with him…May GOD bless each and everyone of you thru this difficult time….
Shianna and Family, Todd and I are heartbroken. He will be missed in so many ways. Grand Marsh family will not be the same, Our condolences.
Shianna…So very sorry of hearing of your loss of your best friend…your husband…he sounded like a great guy…if you need anything…please dont be afraid to ask.
Shianna and family. I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Tony was a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed.
Shianna and family, I’m so deeply sorry for your loss. Prayers to you all.
Surprised and saddened by your loss. Prayers for strength and Hugs all around.
My uncle Tony was one of the best men I have ever known. He is going to be missed greatly by so many people. The sound of his laugh will never be forgotten. He had the best laugh ever..
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your loved one. His children and grandchildren will continue on carrying his love in their hearts forever
My condolences to the family for your loss, my prayers are with you.
Shianna and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss.
My deepest sympathy to Shianna, Ashley, Justin. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Our deepest sympathy. Peace to you all during this sad time.
Tom and Kris Bougie
Shianna, Ashley, & Justin,
My heartfelt condolences. Hugs & prayers to your families.
Sending our deepest sympathy Shianna and your family for the loss of Tony.With a heavy heart hold onto to all of your memories and times. God Bless
My deepest condolences Shianna and family. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. May Jesus walk with and carry you through this difficult time and in the many days moving forward. Keep Tony’s memory alive.
Shianna and family we are so sorry for your loss. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Tony’s family! Tony was a wonderful guy and will be greatly missed by many!
Tony was such an amazing man. I will forever cherish the memories I have of him and I will never forget that booming laugh. Sending all our love.
Sincerest sympathy to you all. Tony was a great help and a friend to so many. He will be greatly missed. Gone way too soon.
May your grief soon become many, many happy memories.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss. Tony did a lot of “building” for us. We are going to miss him. He did a lot of good in his life. He will spend Christmas with his Dad and Jesus this year.