Anthony Francis Crew, of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at 99 years of age. Originally from New Haven, Connecticut, he and his family relocated with Pratt and Whitney Aircraft to Florida in 1950.
He is pre deceased by his first wife Mary, his parents and two brothers. Three years after the passing of his first wife, Tony was introduced to Nancy Gay Brothers by two of their younger daughters, and in 1969, their two families were joined together. Tony shared 46 wonderful years with his wife Nancy. Tony was a loving husband and brother. He was a devoted father to seven children, one son and six daughters. He was blessed with nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Tony was a founding member of St. Clare’s Catholic Church in North Palm Beach. He also devoted many years volunteering for Cursillo of Palm Beach County and cooking for the homeless at The Lords Place. Tony loved his family deeply, he enjoyed golf, being active and preparing fabulous meals for the people he loved. Tony had a zest for life and a big smile; he will forever be missed by so many.
Friends and Family will be received on Saturday, September 17 from 11:-30 – 1:00 at Howard-Quattlebaum Funeral Home with a service to follow in the Howard-Quattlebaum Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Lords Place or Hospice of Palm Beach County.
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