Obituaries Announcements

Anthony " Tony" Atwood
Mercer Funeral Home in Holton
Wetmore, KS

 Anthony “Tony” Alan Atwood, 30, of Wetmore, KS, passed away September 28, 2020 in Phoenix, AZ. Tony passed away from covid complications. He was born February 17, 1990 in Pomona, CA, the son of Wm. Brian Atwood and Lisa Ann Robidoux.

Tony attended the Wetmore Academic Center from 1st grade until his graduation in 2008. Tony was also a member of the Wetmore Bible Church.

Tony loved superheroes such as the Power Rangers, WWE, Hexgirls, and Scooby Doo. He enjoyed going fishing and Sonic Happy Hour. His favorite music was always Garth Brooks.

 He was a member of the Wetmore Superheroes team for Special Olympics where he participated in bowling, swimming and track & field. He also loved to bowl his spare time.

Tony had a great sense of humor and could light up a room with his joyous smile. He gave the best hugs anyone could give or receive.

Survivors include his mother, Lisa Robidoux (Edward); father, Wm. Brian Atwood of the home; 2 sisters, Jessica Atwood, and Susan Atwood; 2 nieces, NoraLee Langdon, and Brandy Campbell, all of Wetmore, KS.

 He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, George & Ruth Covey, Clyde & Ruth Korb, and Willis & Nora Armstrong; grandmother, Norma Atwood and his great-aunt Paula Atwood.

Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, October 8, 2020 at Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Burial will follow at the Wetmore Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested for the Anthony Atwood Memorial Fund, to be designated at a later date, c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com.