Joseph "Tony" Cervantes Obituary (1953 - 2021)

Joseph Antonio "Tony" Cervantes Of Eaton Rapids, Michigan passed away on Monday, March 22, 2021 at the age of 67. Tony was born on May 10, 1953 in Charlotte, MI the son of Sisto and Dolores (Palmer) Cervantes. He was raised in Eaton Rapids where he graduated from the class of 1971. Tony proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was employed at Charlotte High School where he did custodial work. Tony loved to garden, hunt, fish and was an avid MSU Spartan fan especially football and basketball. He is preceded in death by his father, Sisto Cervantes and brother, Ric Cervantes. Tony is survived by his wife of 29 years, Linda (Maynard) Cervantes; 10 children and numerous grandchildren; brothers, Frank, Nick, Marcelino and Tino Cervantes, Paul Wandell; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 26, 2021 at Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids Chapel with visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at 1:00 p.m. at Fort Custer National Cemetery. To share memories or leave condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com