Anthony Donnell Badger's Obituary
Anthony Donnell Badger of Ellendale, DE, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024. He was born on June 28, 1958, in Lewes, DE. He was the son of the late Thomas Badger, Sr. and Ida Cora (Heath) Badger.
After graduating from Cape Henlopen High In 1976, he went on to work for Allen foods company for over 5 years. Then he became a construction worker for Schell Brothers for 19 years. He enjoyed planting cucumbers, tomatoes, collards & kale, spending time outside, riding his 10-speed bicycle, antiques and cutting the grass. Let’s not forget to mention his love for his favorite team, the Washington Commanders. He used to sit in front of the TV, eating a bunch of candy and rooting and hollering for his team. He also loved to work out. He always had a bench press set at his house. In his last days he had a special bond with one of his Granddaughters, (Tink ), they spent a lot of time together.
He was preceded in death by his parents and His Brother Lonnie Badger He is survived by two sisters Myrna Sturgis (Georgetown, DE ) and Jeanette Hall, (Jim-town DE); three brothers, Thomas Badger, III ( New York ) Eddie Badger (Salisbury MD ) and David Badger (Milford DE) He leaves behind five children :Sharee Dunlap ( Portsmouth VA) Anthony Griffin ( Millsboro ,DE) Kiairra Gibbs ( Seaford DE) Akeya Badger (Seaford DE) Akeem Badger (Ellendale DE ) along with 7 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren and a Host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A Memorial service will be at a later date
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made by reaching out to [email protected].
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