Anthony "Tony" W. Fletcher, 67, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

He was born December 1, 1958, in Winchester, KY, to the late William Henry Fletcher and Geraldine (née Caldwell) Bosch.

Tony graduated from Collinsville High School, Class of 1976. He proudly and honorably served his country in the United States Navy from 1978 to 1982. Following his service, he made his career as a welder and pipefitter.

Tony was a lifetime member of the Collinsville VFW Post 5691. He was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and NASCAR, and he enjoyed riding his Harley-Davidson with his wife, Cathy. Above all, Tony cherished spending time with his family.

He is survived by his loving wife, Cathy I. (née Embrey) Fletcher, whom he married on February 18, 2005; two sons, David Garloch of Collinsville, IL, and Mark (Holly) Garloch of Collinsville, IL; a daughter, Erin (Hector) Martinez of Collinsville, IL; four grandchildren, Kaylie (Mario) Castellanos, Stephanie, Elena, and Eva; a great-granddaughter, Viviana; two sisters, Ruth Ann (Curtis) Rommerskirchen of Pocahontas, IL, and Sondra (Richard) Gibson of Granite City, IL; as well as nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Barry Wilson Funeral Home in Maryville, IL. The Collinsville VFW Post 5691 will stand honor guard.

A funeral service will follow at 6:00 p.m., officiated by Rev. Ron Habermehl.

Tony will be laid to rest at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery with full military honors.

Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Collinsville VFW Post 5691. Donations will be received at the visitation or may be mailed to Barry Wilson Funeral Home, 2800 N. Center Street, Maryville, IL 62062.