Mr. Anthony Newell Sr.'s Obituary
Anthony was born to Mr. John Newell and Ms. Mary Angela Harris on September 28, 1985
in Meridian, MS.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Mrs. Helen Bell.
Anthony, who quickly became everyone's favorite mechanic, could fix or rebuild anything. He was the family go to person.
He was also your favorite truck driver. Anthony entered his eternal home on May 31, 2023 in Meridian, MS.
Anthony was a dedicated entreprenuer, who was willing to train & teach anyone about trucking or just life hacks.
Anyone who met him was blessed if they crossed paths. Anthony never met a stranger. You knew his friendship was going to be long lasting. If Anthony wasn't out in the yard fixing on things, he was at the truck yard working on his trucks, or you could catch him at the fishing bank, fishing.
Anthony wore multiple hats but the one he honored the most was being a dad. Anthony leaves to cherish his memory to his blended family, Tourean Newell and Danielle Finley; his three sons: D'Anthony, Jazyion, and Anthony Jr.; his two daughters: Jaleia and Janiya; grandparents: Junior Bell and John(Emma) Newell; three brothers: Jonathan Newell, Jacolby Newell, and Corey Hopson. Also treasuring his memory with his loving family, friends, and his fellow truck drivers who will truly miss him dearly.
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