Anthony Louis Padgett, age 44, of Dallas, Texas passed away on Monday, June 14, 2021. Anthony was born September 5, 1976 in Dallas, Texas to Fredrick and Jesusa Padgett. Anthony grew up in Dallas, and later attended Skyline High School where he graduated in 1995. After graduating he later attended Eastfield College where he studied criminal justice. Anthony had many jobs including serving as a Dallas Police Officer, he later owned a Janitorial Business, and a Transport Company. In 2010 Anthony was reunited with a long time friend, Esmeralda Pecina, all the way back from his days in middle school. In 2011 Anthony married Esmeralda and together they shared almost 10 happy years. Together they helped raise Anthony's daughter, Katelyn. Anthony had several hobbies and passions including fishing, hunting, watching sports especially the Dallas Cowboys and the Dallas Stars. He had a big heart and a special affinity for helping the homeless. Anthony was a dedicated family man and was always there for friends and family members. He never met a stranger and wasn't afraid to get acquainted in short order. On weekends you could find Anthony with his Mother, helping around the house. You might even see him fishing with friends listening to classic rock like the Eagles. Anthony is preceded in death by his grandmother, Lillie Mae Henderson; grandfather, Luis Sanchez; cousin, Daniel Sanchez; aunt, Lupe Hawthorne; and his uncle, Jesse Sanchez. He is survived by his loving wife, Esmeralda Padgett; daughter, Katelyn Padgett; parents, Fredrick and Jesusa Padgett; brother, Joshua Padgett; as well many loving friends and extended family members.
A visitation for Anthony will be held Tuesday, June 22, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Sparkman-Crane Funeral Home, 10501 Garland Road, Dallas, TX 75218. A funeral service will occur Wednesday, June 23, 2021 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Faith Church in Action, 8427 Waterwood Ln, Dallas, TX 75217. A burial will occur Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at 11:45 AM. A committal service will occur Wednesday, June 23, 2021 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Grove Hill Memorial Park, 3920 Samuell Blvd, Dallas, TX 75228. A reception will occur Wednesday, June 23, 2021 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Faith Church in Action - Fellowship Hall, 8427 Waterwood Ln, Dallas, TX 75217.
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