Anthony ?Tony? Bosley life began July 1, 1952, in Cin-cinnati, Ohio. First born to Betty Jean Bosley and the late Willie Crawford, Sr.
Anthony was baptized at an early age. He earned his high school diploma from Princeton School District.
He was united in Holy Matrimony to Jerieldine on June 30, 1979 where they embraced their vows wholeheartedly; which led them to an exemplary 33 years of marriage. She loved him unconditionally with every fabric of her being (mind, body and soul); until death does them part. He also was a devoted father to Julian.
Anthony was employed at The Nivison-Weiskopf Com-pany which he was known as top-notch machinist through-out the Mid-west. He received many notable accolades during his 25 years tenure. In addition, he was a superb amateur painter with an unmatched natural talent to bring new life to any structure. Tony was truly a hard-worker and loved to play hard.
Anthony was known by the various names; Bone I, Sam and El Roy. He was a very friendly, peaceful, joyful and high spirited man. Tony loved to travel to different places with his wife, grill out with family, go fishing, dance, play cards and shoot pool. He was looked upon by many as the life of the party (comedian); with his timely jokes and radiant energy. He really embraced life and lived each day to the fullest (self-actualization). He was never a stranger to anyone and was unselfish in all his actions. Ultimately, he lived an upright life dedicated to people and GOD.
On October 29, 2011, he went to be with his Heavenly Father. He was survived by: his loving and devoted wife, Jerieldine; his son, Julian; daughter-in-law, Kendra; four grandchildren, KeAndra, Julian IV, Kerstyn and Kejuan; his mother, Betty Jean Bosley; five sisters, Jacqueline Bosley, Aurelia (Renaldo) Johnson, Doris Bosley (fiancée Johnny), Belinda (Cecil) Bell, all of Cincinnati, Ohio and Joan Crawford of Cleveland, Ohio; one brother, Willie Crawford, Jr.; (two brothers, Bernard Crawford and Jerome Crawford preceded him in death); four sisters-law, Magnolia ?Maggie? Ham, Julia (Johnny) Glover, Louise (Charlie) Bradley and Mattie (Henry) Russell of Georgia; five brothers-in-law, Jessie (Patricia) Thomas, Lee (Lisa) Thomas, Sylvester Thomas of Cincinnati, Ohio, Robert James (Rose) Thomas and Milton Thomas of Georgia; two favorite aunts, Sarah Johnson and Dorthy (Donald) Leach; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.