Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Tony Vanover Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Tony was a proud member of Elevation Church, where he nurtured his faith and created lasting bonds with his community. He found joy in the simplicity of life, whether spending peaceful days fishing, sharing laughter and stories with family, or finding solace in the warm embrace of his church family. Above all, he cherished the time spent with his brother, Tommy Vanover, sisters Bobbie Driggs, Sarah (John) Howell, and Eulonda (Doug) Howell, the love of his life and ex-wife, Leola Vanover, and his step-children, Adam Birchfield, Charlie Birchfield, Sylvia Birchfield, Madeline Birchfield and several step-grandchildren, each of whom he adored dearly.
Tony was preceded in death by his parents, Bobby and Leora Vanover, his sister, Claudia Neace and stepdaughter, Joanne Browning.
Tony's natural ability to bring people together and his unwavering love for family made him an irreplaceable presence in the lives of many. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness that will continue to resonate with all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Funeral services will be held to honor Tony's life and memory, inviting family and friends to come together in celebration of his journey. The services will take place at Collins Funeral Home of Scottsburg at 1:00 pm Thursday, August 7, 2025. Friends may visit with Tony's family from 10:00 am until service time Thursday. He will be laid to rest at Oak Hill Cemetery in Scottsburg. We invite those who loved him to join us as we share stories, cherish memories, and say our final goodbyes.
Memorial donations may be given in Tony's memory to Collins Funeral Home. Please share memories and condolences at www.collinsfuneralhome.net. Arrangements are entrusted to Collins Funeral Home of Scottsburg.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
465 West McClain Avenue, Scottsburg, IN 47170
Make a Donation
in Tony Vanover's name
People and places connected with Tony
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Tony's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Tony Vanover's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
