Anthony “Tony” John Breidenstein, 66, of Shamrock, Texas, sadly passed away on Dec. 22, 2020.
John 14:27 I am leaving you with a gift – peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give you is a gift the world cannot give. So do not be troubled or afraid.
Tony was born on a cold day in Richland Center on Nov. 3, 1954. He attended Big Foot High School, and later joined the Army where he served for three years and made lifelong friendships. Tony was known for his kind heart and his love of his family and friends. He was an avid motorcyclist who enjoyed a long drive on the open road.
He was always up for a road trip, especially if it was to see his daughter, Judy, in Kentucky his grandkids, Courtney and Austin, and great grandkids, Braxton and Bentley. He was just as content to spend his days at home with the love of his life, Charlene, and her two kids, Samantha and Justin (Cassie) and all his grandbabies that lived close to him – Sterling, Sethen, Saxxon, Zayne and Lucas. And one can’t forget to mention his dogs Zeus and Dixie as he loved them so.
Tony had one sister, Debrah (Robert) LaPlaca and their son, Ryan, was his favorite nephew, of course.
He was preceded in death by his father, Gerald Buford Breidenstein, and mother, Erma Arlene Stone Breidenstein. He leaves behind his love of 32 years, Charlene Gillen of Shamrock; his daughter, Judy Higgins of Largo, Florida, his sister Debrah (Robert) LaPlaca of Bradenton, Florida, Ryan LaPlaca of St. Louis, Missouri, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren who will forever remember his name by his reference of “toe knee.”
Until we meet again, Dad would want us all to remember to love one another.
Cremation services are being handled by Robertson Funeral Directors of Shamrock, Texas.
