Robert Leonard Anthony

   Robert Leonard Anthony, of Shelby, North Carolina, passed away on November 5, 2026, at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby. He was born on May 23, 1946, in Shelby, North Carolina.

   Robert will be remembered as a man who found joy in the simple and lasting things of life. He enjoyed bear hunting, attending to his bee hives, and fishing, and he especially treasured spending time with his family and friends. These interests reflected a life rooted in the outdoors, in patience and care, and in the relationships that meant the most to him.  Robert was also a faithful member of Flint Hill Baptist Church.

   A devoted husband, Robert shared 61 years of marriage with his wife, Ann Anthony, a remarkable bond that stood as a testament to enduring love and commitment. Along with Ann, he leaves behind his sons, Matthew Anthony and wife Tonya and Allen Anthony and wife Monica, both of Shelby, NC; his brother, Randy Anthony and wife Brenda of Shelby, NC; his nephew, Travis Anthony of Shelby, NC; and his grandchildren, Stephanie Allison and husband Casey of Mooresboro, NC, Hannah Anthony, Isaac Anthony and wife Madison, Katie Anthony, and Christen Anthony, all of Shelby, NC. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him, and his memory will remain a lasting blessing to his family and friends.

   He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Leonard Anthony, and his mother, Gladys Evelyn McSwain Anthony.

   A visitation will be  held from 11:00am - 12:00pm Monday, November 9, 2026, at Flint Hill Baptist Church in Shelby.  A funeral service will be held following the visitation at 12:00pm conducted by Rev. Shane Kirby and Rev. Keith Dixon.  Burial will follow at Cleveland Memorial Park.