Dorothy Anthony

Dorothy Anthony passed away on October 9, 2026. She was born in Commerce, Georgia, and was preceded in death by her parents, Hettie Cowart and Claude Cowart. After her marriage, she lived most of her life in Athens. Her career included a number of years as a surgical technician at both Athens hospitals and 28 years as an accountant with Golden Pantry Food Stores.

She was called Momma by her two children, Dot by her friends, Mimi by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and Miss Dot by those who knew her in her later years. She enjoyed life to the fullest and loved traveling with her family and friends, attending UGA athletic events, such as football games and women’s gymnastics, and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was a member of Center United Methodist Church for many years.

Dorothy is survived by her son, Jerry Anthony; her daughter, Jane Anthony Carroll (Dave); her grandchildren, Ashley Perry (Billy) and Matt Phillips (Jodi); and her great-grandchildren, Luke Perry and Graham Phillips. She is also survived by her sister, Sue French; her brother, Claude Cowart, Jr.; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Her family would like to thank the rehabilitation and nursing staff and the hospice staff at The Oaks of Athens for their care and support during the last few months of Dorothy’s life.

Funeral arrangements include visitation at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Bernstein Funeral Home, followed by a celebration of her life at 11:00 a.m. in the Bernstein Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Center Perpetual Care Cemetery Fund, 102 Winthrop Court, Athens, GA 30605.

Bernstein Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.