Ionia County MI Archives Obituaries.....Anthony, Mark Poole Sr. January 2, 2024
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Ionia Shopper's Guide - Sat. January 27, 2024

                               ANTHONY

On January 2, 2024, Mark Poole Anthony Sr., went to join his Heavenly 
Father.Mark was born December 28, 1953 the son of Lawrence and Margaret Anthony. 
He graduated from Portland High School class of 1972. Mark retired from General 
Motors at the age of 48 after 30 years of loyal service. Though he never served 
in the Armed Forces he was strong Patriot and loved his country. Mark had the 
utmost for those who did serve, He enjoyed volunteered at several different 
American Legions and VFW posts in both Michigan and Florida. One wall in this 
garage serves as a tribute to the different branches of service.He would always 
refer to it as the "Honor Wall". He loved the Michigan Wolverines.GO BLUE! He 
was as avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed shooting pool.

Mark had a huge heart. He had unconditional love for all of his kids, Grand 
Kids, Nieces and Nephews., Brothers, and Sisters. her rarely spoke ill of anyone 
and always wished everyone well

Preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Margaret Anthony, Siblings Marilyn 
Hinds,Midge Rowe, LaVonne Sines, Florence Ingraham and Brother-in-Law Coy 
Marshall. Daughters Jessica Webb and Julianne Town, Son-in-law Chris LyVere and 
Grandson Robert Town.

Survived by his best friend and loving wife Dianne Anthony of Westphalia, 
Brothers Lawrence (Vicki) Anthony of Portland,Matt (Joanne) Anthony of Portland, 
and Sister Leona Jane Marshall of Portland. Children Amy Anthony (James Wheeler) 
of Portland,Mark Antony of Six Lakes, Shawn (Pam) Anthony of Grand Ledge, Roman 
(Pennie) Schafer of Lyons, Cari LaVere of Lyons, deanne Schafer Fell of 
Westphalia, John (Nicole) Schafer of Ionia, Angi Schafer (Darvin Cook) of 
Vestaburg, Marci (Jim) Levering of Lake Odessa.Also survived by 31 
grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren and 3 Super Duper Grandchildren and 
countless Nieces and Nephews.

The memorials service was conducted by pastor Jimmy Guffey at 11:30 am. Friday, 
January 12.2024 at the Church of The Nazarene. Family received friends at 10;30 
am. before the service. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the family 
to help with medical expenses.Online condolences may be made at 
www.funeralhomes.com

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