Antonio Short's Obituary
Antonio Short Obituary
On Wednesday, February 6, 2019, Antonio Duwane Short was called home.
Antonio Duwane Short, often known as “Stink” by his mother was born February 12, 1993 to Thelma J. Perkins and Jon Short in Harvey, Illinois.
During Antonio’s 25 years of life, he attended Thornwood High School. Antonio spent his time working numerous jobs such as Dwan Foods, Clorox and Lear Corporation. Antonio enjoyed spending time with his children, driving and gaming.
Preceded in death are Antonio’s grandparents; his grandmother, Ima Gene Short and grandfather, Berwick Short.
Antonio leaves behind to cherish: both his parents, Thelma J. Perkins and Jon Short; his grandmother, Cheryl Perkins and grandfather, Henry Perkins; three children: Antonio Short, Jr., Nylah Cheryl Renee Short, and Nori Dior Short; two siblings: Rashonda Perkins, Terrell Perkins (Devonna Watson); three nephews: Jason Hatcher, J’shon Hatcher and Cayden Watson; two favorite cousins: Toia Perkins and Jamal Scott; three aunts: Carolyn Harris, Angela Perkins and Gia Short; four uncles: Sylvester Perkins, Berwick Short, Anthony Short, Louis Short; two special friends: Nadine Dix and Michelle Contreras, along with a host of other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
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