Alton Eugene Anthony

Mr. Anthony was a devoted husband of 67 years to his wife, Juanita Anthony, who preceded him in death in January 2021, and a loving father to his three daughters. He was a successful self-taught entrepreneur owning and operating Gene's Small Engine Repair in Statham. He continued to work on lawn mowers up until his passing. He enjoyed being outdoors and working with his hands. In his free time, Gene enjoyed shopping at the local flea markets. Mr. Anthony was a member of Heritage Fellowship Church.

In addition to his wife, Mr. Anthony was preceded in death by his parents, Henry T. Anthony and Susan Ellan Anthony and his daughter, Pamela Denise Barrick; brothers: Billy, Robert, and Edgar Anthony; sisters: Joyce, Eloise, and Gladys; granddaughter, Nikki Lopez; and son-in-law, Timothy Patrick Brinkworth.

Mr. Anthony is survived by his daughters, Carla Anthony Brinkworth of Acworth and Julie Diane Cochran of Crawford; brother, Gary Anthony; grandchildren: Dustin, Paul, Ryan, and Brannon; great-grandchildren: Alex, Steven, Alexis, Savannah, and Scarlett; and son-in-law, Joe Barrick.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, March 6, 2021 at Barrow Memorial Gardens with Rev. Tim Vaughn officiating. Prior to the service, the family will be receiving friends at Smith Funeral Home on Saturday from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder, is entrusted with the arrangements.