Antonio confessed to Christ at an early age. He later joined Prince of Peace Ministry under the leadership of Pastor Malcolm L Gaines. While being under Pop Ministries Tony served as church security and maintenance.
Tony met and married Micheal; Arnold-Meeks on February 14, 2010. They had a son together De’ior Antonio Meeks, he also helped raise his step-daughter Taelor Gray-Arnold.
Tony worked as a construction worker, tow truck driver for many years. Tony also would fix everyone cars. Tony did a lot of side jobs with Slyvester “Pops” where they left lasting impressions on their clients.
Everyone around him knew he had a passion for guns like no other. Antonio’s biggest dream was to open a business where he would be able to teach individuals the correct way to protect themselves with a firearm.
God found cause to call Antonio “Tony” home on March 20, 2020 as he transitioned peacefully. Although he will be truly missed by many near and far his memories will live on forever.
Antonio leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife Micheal Meeks, son Deior Meeks, step daughter Taelor Gray-Arnold, his Pops Slyvester Turner, his mother Ollie Turner, his father Tommy Elerby Sr (Maryanne), his sisters Iesha Meeks, Tawana Jones (Derrick Sr), Jackie Elerby and his brother Tommy Elerby Jr. and a host of Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends.
First we would like to give a special thanks to his little sister, his everything Iesha for being his transplant donor and allowing him a third chance at life without having to battle cancer. Thanks for having that special bond with your big brother.
Second we would like to give a special thank you to Shoshone Barnnett his nephew/cousin for being his keeper and voice in his final days.
