Anthony E. "Tony" Wathen
December 30, 1945 ~ January 18, 2023
Born in:
Owensboro, KY
Resided in:
Owensboro, KY
Anthony E. “Tony” Wathen, 77, of Owensboro, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born December 30, 1945, in Owensboro to the late E.J. and Evelyn Taylor Wathen. Tony worked for the Owensboro Health Park and was a member of the Trinity Episcopal Church, the Owensboro Photography Club, and was a Graduate of Brescia University. He enjoyed photography, cooking, baking, anything culinary, and catering events.
Along with his parents, Tony was preceded in death by his brother, Jay T. Wathen.
He is survived by his niece, Debbie Daupert and his nephew, Jeff Wathen.
There will be a private family ceremony held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may take the form of charitable donations made payable to Trinity Episcopal Church, 720 Ford Avenue, Owensboro, KY 42301 and/or Owensboro Photography Club, C/O Edna McCrady, 3551 Bold Forbes Way, Owensboro, KY 42303.
Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Wathen. Leave your messages of condolence for the family of Anthony E. “Tony” Wathen and sign his virtual guestbook at www.haleymcginnis.com.
rest in Eternal Peace with the Perpetual Light shining upon him.
So sorry to hear of Tony’s passing. I hadn’t spoken to him in a while, but always thought fondly of him. I knew him through TWO, the public library, and the Health Park. He was a very nice man and a wonderful photographer. He will be missed.
So it goes.
Dear Debbie and Jeff,
We are so sorry to hear of our friend and fellow classmate, Tony’s death.
We have missed him in the past several years. He was a close friend and
fun to be with.
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family,
Gene and Margaret Boehmann
Dear Debbie and Jeff,
We are so saddened to learn that Tony’s has passed away. He always brightened our lives with his wit, sense of humor, and personality. He was a true gentleman and knowledgeable in so many areas. He was a true friend and a delightful classmate in grade school, at OCHS, and at Brescia with whom we shared so many good memories.
Debbie and Jeff, you are in our thoughts and prayers as we remember Tony and the blessings his life gave to others. May Tony rest in the loving arms of Jesus.
Mary Ann and Glenn
sorry for your loss. prayers
Our family has so many wonderful stories to tell of Tony coming to the rescue with our pet, our plants and our house. He once came over and took our violet home to babysit while we were on winter vacation because he was worried the house was too cold and it would die.
He was a delightful cook, had an eye for decorating, was compassionate and a good friend. His life brightened our world.
Profoundly sorry to read about Tony’s passing. Fond memories of Tony & his mom playing boogie-woogie on an old Mahogany Upright Piano each time I visited. Debbie & Jeff thoughts & prayers!
Tony was a very dear friend from the time of our days at Brescia. When you saw him even after years of absence, it was as if you had seen him yesterday. He had so many talents and so much originality, and was kindness personified. I treasure memories of our times together and the laughs shared. May you rest in peace, mon ami.
Tony was a gift god gave to everyone he became friends with.