On Thursday, August 15, 2019, Robert Sydney Anthony, a loving husband, father and grandfather , passed away peacefully . He is survived by his daughters Kim berly Brooks and son in law, David Brooks of San Diego, CA and Melissa Kwalek of Milford, CT. He is also survived by h is grandchil dren whom he loved dearly, Erik and Lexie Brooks and Kevi n and Emily Kwalek . He was predeceased by his wife Patricia M. Anthony h is son Robert S. Anthony III and son in law Todd M. Kwalek.

Robert was a loving and kind family man .  He was born August 30, 1930 in Stamford, CT to Robert and Marion Anthony . H e re sided in Norwalk with his bride for 38 years before retiring and moving to Clinton. There they enjoyed neighbors, friends and being a part of the community until she passed in 2016.

The world was a better place with you in it.  We lost a true gentleman and kind soul but heaven gained an amazing angel. Rest easy.

His daughters have planned a private burial at sea to honor both Robert and his late bride Patricia. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his name t o the VA Connecticut Health Care System, Attn. Voluntary Services, 950 Campbell Avenue, West Haven CT , 06 516.