Anthony Cogdell

I enjoyed working with Tony.

If you knew Tony you were Blessed! God's angel and servant! You did so much good while you were among us, Tony! I will miss your good and perfect heart. Rest easy my friend. May peace come to all those that loved you and will miss you.

Mr Tony You will truly be missed. Your support for my school fundraisers, your jokes about my friend, and the games you play. I will always remember how you and Joya rode up on me in your truck and you met my bodyguard. LOL. I will always remember being apart of that special day you made my friend the happiest woman in the world. I love and miss you.

Mr Tony you will be missed. I will always remember how you rode up on me in your truck and met my bodyguard. LOL 😂

I will forever remember Tony for his kindness and dedication to the families he served. Thank you for being a light of hope for others. Heaven has another Angel. Jill

I'm really going to miss you my friend

We have spent some good times together celebrating life especially eating those crab legs during the holidays or birthdays. Tony you will be truly missed and will keep your family in my prayers. Rest in Heaven, Your neighbors Kris and Sherlanda King

Tony, you will be missed. Your laugh and smile will forever be remembered. Rest well my friend.

Tony, you will be missed. A good man taken way too early. My prayers and condolences to the family. John (Early Steps)

I am still at a loss for words but my prayers will continue to be for comfort, strength, love and God's understanding for the family as they mourn the loss of a great, inspiring, and loving man. God's gain will definitely be our loss. To God be the glory. Fly away Tony, your work down here is well done! Much respect and honor, Antoinette

PRAYERS FOR PEACE, MEREDITH

Tony was such a spirit lifter for me. All Tony had to say to me was "hey kid how's it going!" and made sure I was doing ok. Tony would pass by each of us and always had something funny to say. I never heard Tony complain. He was so joyful and a truly genuine and caring person. He expelled warmth and kindness. He made everyone laugh and tried to seek pity pretending he got in trouble which was never the case.

I was around Tony the last week he was in the office. Our conversation was about some work things and small talk. He seemed a bit worn down but still had a big smile on his face. When I found out he was ill, my heart sank and prayed he would be ok. It was a shock to hear he passed. I will miss him and his spirit. Thank you to the Cogdell family for sharing Tony with us. I am grateful to have known him. He will be the light that will always be shining bright for us.

No matter what, whenever I saw Tony he was always quick to smile. He was such a kind person and so easy to get along with. He brightened up our hallways with his presence. I can't imagine not seeing him around. Such a great loss to our ES family. My deepest condolences to the Cogdell family. I hope you find some peace and comfort knowing how much he touched others' lives. 'Miss Bridget'.

Tony will always have a special place in my heart. He had a gift of making others feel special and could easily brighten anyone's day just by being in his presence. I will miss his voice coming down the hall, his goofy and positive attitude, and his smile. I am so grateful to have known him. I will continue to pray for comfort for Tony's family and for all of us who deeply miss him. ~ Jessica "Jess-Mo"

Tony's kind spirit touched everyone in his presence. I pray that all who loved him will find comfort and peace during this difficult time. Jennifer B. (Early Steps)

My condolences, prayers, and thoughts to the Cogdell family and all of those he touched over the years with his kindness, generosity, and humbleness. He made a difference to so many over the years working within human services. We were part of a great crew during our time at Children's Home Society and continued friendship since. So many good times and laughs over the years my friend. Watching UNC V Duke Basketball will never be the same. Will miss you tremendously, my brother but I know you are always here in spirit. RIP. Ryan

Tony words can never describe the pain that has come from losing you. You always made myself, my children and my family laugh no matter what we were facing. We will truly miss you and always LOVE you!! No more suffering. Take your rest, you have gained your wings.

Tony was such a special person! Anytime he entered a room or family's home he made everyone laugh. Tony will greatly be missed! My prayers for his family, friends, and coworkers during this difficult time ! Mallory 'Mal'

My sincerest condolences to the Cogdell family. Tony was a great person and co-worker. He will be missed at the office and his constant reminders of "I'm the new guy". RIP Tony, Heaven has certainly gained a "new angel". Lakisha

Tony was such a wonderful co-worker and brightened up any room he entered. Our office will never be the same, now that he's gone. The Cogdell family is in my prayers.

Tony was truly a light to the Early Steps office staff and the families who had the privilege of his assignment; he literally lit the long quiet halls with his cheerful upbeat personality. He will truly be missed. I see him now, standing in the presence of the Lord and dancing on streets of gold. May peace and wonderful memories flood the hearts of all those who loved him.

Tony was such an asset to the Early Steps Program and to our Families. We will miss him and his cheerful greetings. I am so sorry for your loss. Ann

My deepest sympathy and condolences during this time. Anthony was such a awesome person and I always looked forward to giving him a hard time and joking with him Early steps won't be the same without him. R.I.P my friend and fellow comedian... Bettisha

My prayers are for strength and comfort for you and your family. I was blessed to have Tony as a co-worker. He made a difference in our office and was a light that shall never dim.Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted...Matthew 5:4 Gaynelle Riley (Early Steps)

My heartfelt sympathy to Cogdell Family. What a great loss. He will forever be missed in the halls of Early Steps.

Rest in Heaven, My Friend! Norma

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.