Obituary of Anthony J. Tozer

Anthony (Tony) John Tozer, age 90, of LaBelle, Florida died Saturday afternoon, July 20, 2013, surrounded by his children and their spouses. Born June 12, 1923 in Petersburg, Illinois, he was the son of the late William Edward and Harriett Neff Tozer. Anthony was a dedicated American soldier proud to serve his country overseas in the Pacific Campaign of World War II from 1943 to 1946. He fulfilled his tour of duty as a postal clerk, and was honorably discharged and returned home to marry his sweetheart Betty Louise Jones Tozer. Anthony was the owner of Tony's Beauty Salon located in downtown Chicago for more than 50 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, serving his church in Summit, Illinois, and the outdoors. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 50 years, Betty Louise; brother Robert Tozer; sister Geraldine Tozer Bianco; sister Norma Tozer Doggett; sister Carrie Tozer Gabel; brother Richard Tozer; and brother William Tozer. He is survived by his brother Loren and wife Shirley Tozer of Springfield, Illinois; sister Joyce and husband Roger Smith of Jacksonville, Illinois; daughter Sue Ellen and husband Henry Ryl-Kuchar of LaBelle, Florida; son John (Jack) and wife Georgette Tozer of Homosassa, Florida; grandson Anthony (Tony) and wife Beverly of North Webster, Indiana; granddaughter Eleonora (Ellie) and husband Graham Scott of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia; granddaughter Lindsay Tozer of Beverly Hills, Florida; grandson Grant Tozer of Noblesville, Indiana; great-grandchildren Mark and David Ryl-Kuchar, and Kendra, Elizabeth and Megan Cloud -Tozer; and many other loving nieces, nephews and relatives. A graveside worship service and military final farewell for Anthony John Tozer will be held at 11:00AM, Friday, July 26, 2013 at the Virden, Illinois Cemetery.