He and his wife Donna and children moved to Buhl, Idaho for 8 years, as a salesman for Ramsey Seed Company. Anthony continued selling farm seed working for DeKalb Phuket Genetics. He returned to California and had his own business, Anthony Bertholf Ag Consulting.
Anthony was a member of the Knights of Columbus (3rd Degree), YMI Past President, Legion of Mary for many years and member of the ICF, Italian Catholic Federation of Merced for many years. As a young man he was the Future Farmers of America (FFA) State Secretary. He loved helping with the community or his church. But most of all he loved spending time with his family and his beloved wife Donna.
He loved the outdoors, camping with his family, fishing and hunting. But he was a huge fan of WWF Wrestling, football, baseball, golf, and Nascar and Drag racing.
Anthony is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years Donna Bertholf; his daughter Kelly Marie Bertholf of Stockton; his sons Matthew Harold and Patrick Hamilton Bertholf, both of Chowchilla and his great grandson Killian. He also leaves behind 3 nieces, 4 great nieces and 1 great nephew.
Anthony was preceded in death by his son Kenneth James Bertholf; his father James Hall Bertholf and mother Alma Catherine Bertholf (Casaretto).
A Rosary & Mass service for Anthony will be held Friday, April 28, 2023 at 9:30 am, at St. Columba Catholic Church, 213 Orange Avenue, Chowchilla, CA 93610. A graveside service following will occur at Chowchilla Cemetery District, 23359 Road 14 1/2, Chowchilla, CA 93610.
Anthony will be missed by his family and friends.
Please visit www.wordenchapel.com to leave the family any condolences. Arrangements are under the direction of Palm Memorial Worden Chapel, Lori Whatley, Funeral Arranger.
