Anthony Tony Smart
November 11, 1935 ~ January 3, 2025
Anthony E. Smart, also known as Anthony Ince, was born on November 11, 1935, in “the Baylands” of St. Micheals, Barbados as the son of Elimina Smart and Nathan Gibbs. Growing up he was known for his no-nonsense attitude, earning him the nickname “Pow” amongst his friends. Anthony graduated from trade school and pursued a career as a Commercial Seaman where he sailed a large part of the world, working in countries such as England, Dublin Ireland, Italy, France, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Mombasa, Grenada, Trinidad, Guyana, St. Vincent, St. Kitts & Nevis and many more destinations. In the late 1970s Anthony’s travels landed him in New York City where he continued his career as a Maintenance professional for 27 years at the prestigious Sidney J. Bernstein building on West 30th street. Anthony and his team were even spotlighted on morning news television with singer and actress Grace Jones when she visited the building! It was also in New York when tall and handsome Anthony Smart met the lovely Pamela Victor-Smart. Their marriage union created a beautiful family and 45 years of everlasting memories. Anthony loved to cook and was an excellent baker. The couple also loved music and dancing and hosted lively house parties that connected family and friends. As Anthony was passionate about traveling, he and his wife traveled every summer while cruising with friends.
Throughout life, Anthony was recognized for his ability to know everyone in the room. He also wanted you to know everyone in the room right along with him. He was known for his wisdom and wise words, as well as his great stories and wit. He was also known for his strong will and determination. Anthony saw it all and has done it all and his time to rest is rightfully earned. Anthony, a son of the soil of Barbados, returned to it on Friday, January 3rd, 2025. May he rest in everlasting peace.
Anthony Smart is survived by his wife Pamela Victor-Smart, to whom he was a devoted spouse. Deidre, Sharon, Camille, Samantha, Jessica and Whitney to whom he was a loving parent. He cherished his grandchildren Donica, Chance, Kamilah, Samiyah, Kourtney, Kayden, Nia and Amari and they will miss him dearly. Anthony also had many nieces and nephews: Bobby, Roger, Beverly, Hyacinth, Cecille, Tom, Rosie, Eddie, Terry, Patricia, Ulga, Gale, Ann and Peter. He also leaves behind endless family and friends that love and care for him endlessly. He will join his siblings Harold, Keith Ince, Keith Craig, Phillis, Gene, Stella and Joyce, and is survived by his sister Gloria White.
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I worked at the community that Mr. Smart loved at. Mr. Smart was full of advice and was always a gentleman! When he heard another man make an inappropriate comment towards myself and another female, Mr. Smart jumped in and really told him off. I loved hearing his stories about traveling around and his love towards his family. He would tear up speaking about his mother who passed long ago. I hope he is having a wonderful reunion with her in heaven. Condolences and love to his family. -Penny
Tony/dad/pops was my favorite guy. I get a lot of my personality, wit and adventurous spirit from him. He introduced us girls to fun things like karate films, wrestling, and what he called survival skills 😊 He was also always into us reading and learning our multiplication table so that we can grow up and be smart and independent women in this world. One of my favorite memories was always sitting at the end of the bed and reading out loud while he listened and encouraged me. I’m gonna miss you dearly pop ♥️
Always a willing teacher “you have to throw a knuckle ball to hit the top numbers”. Dad was a lot of fun and also very skillful in many things. This was a day out with his grandkids having fun at the arcade.
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This picture is deeply meaningful to me because this was his first visit to my first house. He went around and replaced all of the electrical sockets. Each and every one in every room of my house. For me that means that a little of him will always be present in every room of my home 🙏🏾 ♥️ 🕊️
I love languages and understanding different dialects and accents. The first time I heard a Bajan accent was when uncle Tony spoke and it seared into my mind that I thought it was unique and he was so fun to listen to with his accent. It was fun for me meeting him as a child coming from Guyana to hear something so
Unique and interesting… Now I visit Barbados regularly, and I always remember his lighting that spark of curiosity to know where people came from who spoke like that, along with his sense of humor ☺️ Rest in power:) -Fondi
I will never forget Tony’ resilience and kindness as I spent time with your family. I truly appreciated his life lessons that he shared in laughter.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in the memories he has left in your hearts.
My heart is heavy at this time, as I’m unable to be there physically to say farewell to my dear uncle.
Uncle A, you were a true family man. You were the uncle who I could talk with especially after Unvle Keith passed. I always remember the jokes you shared about when you were at sea. You were funny and I thank God for the times I shared with you. Sleep well Uncle A. You were loved.
On behalf of Dwight, Nicholas and I we offer our sincere condolences to Miss Pam, Camille, Jesse, Whitney, Samantha, grandchildren and the entire family.
Uncle A rest in eternal peace and rise in glory
Cecille💖🙏🙏
Anthony aka Tony was a “Family oriented “ man. He would occasionally request my homemade vegetarian mixed beans soup! He loved his “oldies” music. Most of all he made you feel welcomed. Rest in God’s love Brother 🙏🏽💐❤️
We are very sad at the loss of Tony our dear friend
May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
God Blessings to you and the rest of the family at this
time of deep sadness.
From:- Fran,Don and family
“Dad” as I called him is my best friend Whitney’s father. And since the day we met back in high school he has been nothing but loving, caring , funny and welcoming. Over our almost 20 year friendship, he has seen me have children of which when Whitney was around him, he’d ask about my kids and their wellbeing. Even up until his final days he’d somehow never forgot me or the kids. I’ve always thought of him as the coolest, the way he seemed to be so full of energy and life, so friendly and loud without making too much noise. One day me and Whitney was outside and ran into him standing around the mall, in his own world, chilling against a pole and it was so funny as it was so unexpected that he’d be there, thankfully we were being complete angels lol… I will truly miss hearing his voice over the phone and him saying “Hey Quin What’s Up?” and our quick conversations we’d have. But I’ll forever cherish his voice that I have locked in my mind and the aura of who HE was. Though his physical being may not be present any longer, his spirit very much will live on in my mind any time his name is mentioned and I’m thankful I could share a genuine smile knowing he was a gentle giant in this world.
I never met Mr.Smart personally but his daughter, Deirdre has been my best friends for nearly half a century. The essence of who he was, is very much alive in her. Not only tall physically but in stature as well. I’m sorry we never met. Rest in peace. May your legacy live on.
I can do with a few of your heavy pancakes Tony :(. I love you and miss you a lot:)