Anthony Ray Croomes was born September 11, 1965 to the late Johnny Ray Croomes and Myrtis Jean McDowell in Houston, Texas. He was one of six children, the first-born son. Anthony was raised in the Studewood Houston area.
Anthony attended John F. Kennedy elementary school, M.C. Williams middle school and Booker T. Washington High School. Anthony had many skills and talents where he enjoyed working with hands dealing with electronics and worked unique jobs in construction. He accepted the Lord as his Savior at an early age.
In his journey Anthony touched many lives with boisterous laugh and sincere spirit. After a courageous seven-year battle with cancer, on January 6, 2021, Anthony was called home to his final resting place in heaven. Anthony will be forever remembered by his mother Myrtis Jean McDowell, sisters Mary McDowell and Janice Croomes, brothers Oliver Croomes, Bryant Croomes (deceased) and Frederick McDowell and Nicole.
Anthony was preceded in death by his grandmothers Zelma Croomes, Recie Jiles, father Johnny Ray Croomes and brother Bryant Croomes. Also, he leaves to cherish his memory a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other loving relatives and friends.
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