Joseph Edward Anthony, Jr.

Mr. Joseph Edward Anthony, Jr. went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Flowers Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was 84.

A Celebration of Joes’ home going will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at First Baptist Church of Slocomb with Reverend Brad Price and Robert Letson officiating and Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. To honor Joe, the family invites everyone to wear orange and blue for his celebration of life.

The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to service time.

Mr. Anthony was born March 18, 1941 in Riverview, Alabama to the late Edward and Lottie Mae Anthony. He was a graduate of Shorter High School. He was employed with the Alabama Department of Transportation for 38 years and also served his country in the Army National Guard. Joe and Cheryl had a heart for children and were foster parents for about 10 years. Joe served on the board of the Alabama Adoptive Parent Association for several years, was a deacon at First Baptist Church of Slocomb, as well as New Life Baptist Church in Bay Minette, AL and enjoyed singing in the church choir. Joe could be found every Saturday, August through January, from 11:00 am until 11:00 pm, sitting in his recliner enjoying SEC football games. He enjoyed all SEC football games but specifically cheering on the Auburn Tigers-War Eagle! Joe had an unwavering love for his family but most of all for his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

In addition to his parents; James L. Perry, of Shorter; grandparents: Emory and Elizabeth Baker, Lonnie and Gussie Anthony; and special cousin, Richard Baker (Betty Ann) all of Valley preceded him in death.

Joe leaves behind a loving family including his wife, Cheryl Cain Anthony; four daughters: Emmie Anthony, Brianna Anthony, Alisa Coggins, and Renee Bryars-Garrette; son, Michael Kaiser (Teresa); Several grandchildren and great- grandchildren; sisters: Sandra Letson (Bob), Beverly Bass (Mark), and Annette Cox; brothers: Ray Anthony, Emory Perry (Sherry), and Jimmy L. Perry; special friend, Jeremiah Casteel and numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

The family would like to thank the caregivers from Day Spring Hospice and the caring staff at Flowers Hospital for the love and care that was shown to Joe.