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Obituary For Mr. Antonio Lenard "Tony" Donald

Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home, Inc. announces the passing of Mr. Antonio Lenard Donald Also Know As Tony. Tony was a wonderful musician and singer. Tony is a 1979 Holt High School Ironman Graduate. Tony is the brother of our Office Manager, Belverleeann D. Madison. Tony was born to Marshall Lee Donald and Lillie Mae Mills Donald on August 6, 1961.

After a gradual decline of health, it was well with Tony’s soul when he passed peacefully Sunday, April 26, 2020, at 4:09 pm surrounded and supported by his loving family.

In addition to Mrs. Madison, Tony leaves special memories to a loving, caring, and devoted Aunt Lessie Mae Mills Polk, as well as, Aunts: Vivian Mills and Alberta Mills. Sisters: Carolyn A.D. (Ricky) Rankins, Felicia Elaine, Kembely, Jackie, and brother James "JT"; favorite niece/daughter Simone and family Jordyn, Braylen, and Cayden. Extended siblings: Renee D. and Marshall B. Donald. Cherished nieces and nephews and their families: Rev. Marcus Donald (Pamela), great-nephew MJ; niece Dr. Stephanie N. Madison-Bryant (Eric), and great-nephews Charleston “CJ” and Madden, great-niece Madison; nephew, Johnathan Polk; nephew, Brian E. Donald (Kristian) and great-nephews Braxton and Keegan; nephew, Christopher Donald (Robin), great-niece Jada; niece, Dominique R. Madison; niece Alicia Donald and great-niece Jace Dior; nephew, Jeremycordell D. R. Madison (Briana), and great-nephews Prenston "PMO" and JilRoy. Other relatives include families from Georgia, California, Florida, New Orleans, Louisiana, Ohio, Michigan, Alabama, Texas, New York, and Washington DC. and a number of friends.

COMMUNITY VIEWING: Thursday, April 30, 2020, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home, 2615 Stillman Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401.

FLOWERS:

In Lieu of flowers make contributions to DCH Cancer Center.

FUNERAL SERVICE: A celebration of Mr. Donald's life will follow viewing at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 2020, in the Chapel of Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home, 2615 Stillman Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. Rev. Marcus Donald, nephew, will officiate. Celebration of Life is slated for July 4th, more information to follow at a later date. Due to the “Covid-19 Stay at Home Order,” the celebration of life will be able to be viewed on Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home’s Facebook Page.

The Family acknowledges all condolences extended at this time. Special thanks and love to Aunt Lessie Mae, Vernice Perryman, Encompass Hospice, Van Hoose & Steele F.Hm., nieces, Dr. Stephanie M-B, Alecia, Dominique, Briana; brother, James “JT” and sisters, cousins, Dr. Rhonda Snow, Eddie Mae Robuck, Carla Dunn, Kerri Dunn, Ayanna Paulk, Elbert Burt Jr, Pat Burt, Michael Mills, Tennille and Robert,Marquise Charles, Rico and nephews, Rev. Marcus Donald, (Pamela) and Mortician Jeremycordell Madison, for a job well done.

EARTHLY SACRED PLACE OF REST: Cedar Oak Memorial Park, 1401 Mimosa Park Road, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405.

Services Licensed by Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home, Inc., under the direction of Mr. Danny Steele, Licensed Funeral Director-#04395

Guest Book

It's been a year since Tony passed. Still hard to believe. No matter what, he was always smiling and laughing! -Bryan B

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To Miss Beverly from Tim,jass family, we are keeping you and your family in our prayers, Tony t will be greatly missed.

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Mrs. Beverly you have my deepest condolences and please know I am praying your strength during these trying times for you and your family.

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Beverly, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time in your life. Ruby N. Burton

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Mrs. Madison, condolences to you and family in the loss of your beloved. Praying for strength and comfort during this difficult time. Bell Gandy.

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Mama Bev, You and the Family have my deepest sympathy, during this time.My prayers are with you all, Love you. Kish

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I remember our spring dance in junior high school. Tony said the only black song they played was "Fry Robin Fry!". No more sickness, nothing but joy! Goodbye my friend.

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To the family of Antonio " Tony" Donald. My name is Evangelist Mary Smith and I was a very close friend since Nov. 2014 taking dialysis with him. We had many great and wonderful days together and I will treasure his memory forever. I'm going to miss him deeply. He use to call me his "Guardian Angel" because I was always around whether he was in the hospital or on the phone or at dialysis having prayer and keeping him encouraged. Family be strong and know he is in the bosom of the Lord, no more pain or suffering just all joy,6R9A playing that heavenly organ for the angels!!!

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My sincere condolences and prayers are with his family! Mr. Donald was a patient of mine often and then became a wonderful friend. He was kind, loving and funny. But most of all he loved his family and children in general. He will truly be missed by all of us who worked with him. God Bless!!

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I enjoyed being around uncle Tony during my childhood! He always made me laugh! My deepest sympathy to the family, who is my adopted family. I love you all and rest on uncle Tony! Love, Jinaka Chambers

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With love and condolences to my family I love you I know that God does not make mistakes Tony you will be missed rest in peace love your cousin Damon Billingsley from Buffalo New York

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My deepest sympathy to the family Sorry for your loss .To be absent from the body to be present with the Lord Praying for family strength

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Beverly you & your Family have my deepest sympathy. Celetha, Gadsden

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Beverly you & your Family have my deepest sympathy.

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My deepest condolences to the family of Tony Donald. I have fund memories of Tony from my childhood in Holt. I will be praying for your strength and peace. Freda Givens

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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