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Obituary For Anthony Bernard Vickers
Celebration of Life Services
- Signing of the Register Book & Public Viewing: 12:00 noon β 6:00 PM | Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at the Chapel of West Gadsden Funeral Home.
- Funeral Services: 1 pm | Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Handy Chapel ( 901 Rogers St, Gadsden, AL 35901).
- Burial: Lincoln Hill Memorial Park (408 Miller Ave, Gadsden, Al.35904)
The Obituary
Anthony Bernard Vickers (Tony), 66, of Gadsden, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
On August 20, 1959, Anthony was born to the late Mrs. Lori Vickers and Preston Vickers
in Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
Tony was an active member of Handy Chapel A.M.E. Church where he accepted Christ at an early age. He was a steward and active with the Sons of Allen.
A graduate in the Class of 1977, he attended Gadsden High School in the Gadsden School system. He went on to receive a Certificate of Training in Drafting from Gadsden State Community College.
Family and friends came first when it came to enjoying the simple pleasures of life. At the top of his list of favorite things to do were playing cards with his family, having dinners with his family and attending Black and White Balls with his family and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents; his sister, Cassandra Vickers; his nephew, Cory Dupree and his grandparents, Mrs. Annie Smith and Mr. Richard Wise.
Anthony leaves to cherish his beloved family; four brothers, Carey Vickers, Sr., Steven Vickers, Preston (Gail) Vickers and Cedric Reid, all of Gadsden, AL; one sister, Sabrina Reid of Gadsden, AL and one stepsister, Jimmene Reid. Although Tony had no children, he had one special daughter/niece, Sumika Vickers (her kids, Jace Wilson and Aja Ransaw); special nieces, Donika Harris, Cherrelle Vickers, Sheray Bell, Shundrika Clark, Takisha Payne, Denea Vickers and Devora Vickers; special nephews, Broderick King, Trammell Rutledge, Demetrius Jelks, Jr., Jamahl Jelks and Braxton Vickers; special cousins, Carol Lewis, Daryl Lewis and Preston Williams; one Goddaughter, Ean Strickland; one Godbrother, Kevin Veasy; special friends, Ingrid Inky Chacha, Gussie Russell and Terry Yow and a host of other friends and relatives that were dear to him.
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Add A CondolenceThe family will miss your presence. We are in disbelief. Love you!
Memories of Tony will linger forever. He would frequently stop by Mom's to check on her and always had that gentle spirit! Rest in Heaven Tony!!! Prayers are extended to the family.
Benita Harrell Jemison
I can always reflect on memories of Tony. He never failed to stop by and check on Mom whenever he was in the neighborhood. I always enjoyed talking to him. Take your rest Tony! Prayers and condolences are extended to the Vickers family.
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Cedric and family, please accept our deepest condolences and prayers. Hold on to your precious memories ππ½
Sending my sincere condolences and prayers to Sabrina, Cedric and the entire family. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you all.
Dear Family, Sharing the loss of Anthony. God gives us memories to warm our hearts & spirit.Psalm 91..HE is your refuge and your fortress.
I am so saddened by your passing, but I know that God's plan is the right plan. You were a true and loyal friend to me! And I'm grateful for all those special times we spent together. Nothing but good memoriesβ£οΈI'll always think of you, especially in March!!! Get your well deserved rest my friend. ππππ
With heartfelt condolences, the Vinson and Robinson families holding you close in prayers during this time of bereavement. πππ
A good and loyal friend you always were, you could be counted on whenever you were needed as a friend I will forever cherish and remember our friendship, rest well my friend you will never be forgotten. You your family I extend my heartfelt sympathy
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Praying for you family.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.