John Anthony "Tony" Samuel

Tony was owner and operator of A to Z Independent Fencing since 1983. He took pride in his fences and was very particular about them. He was formerly employed by Whirlpool and Time Warner Cable. He was an avid sports fan, hunted, fished, loved to garden and also watching cowboy movies. He was an animal lover and loved his dogs and cats. Tony loved to talk, tell jokes, was the world’s best story teller, soft hearted, generous, and always willing to help anyone in need. He loved to cook Sunday breakfast and was devoted to his family and everything he did was for them. Tony enjoyed holidays and time with his wife and children. He was a proud dad of his kids and their accomplishments.

He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Karen (Lewis) Samuel; children, Jeremy Samuel, Jason Samuel (Ashley Vinson), Jessica Samuel (Joshua Oran), and Joni Samuel (Ian Maddox); grandchildren, Gabriel, Sierra, Kaleighn and Autumn; sister, Cathy Hart; dear friend, Darrell Decker; cats, Fuzz, Smokey, and Adam.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, March 16, 2016, at Alexander West Chapel, officiated by Rev. Steve Fuchs, with burial in Alexander Memorial Park. Friends may visit Tuesday from 2:00 to 7:00 PM at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the Vanderburgh Humane Society. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.