Anthony Joseph Stroker

Anthony Stroker (AJ) who recently moved to Coventry, Rhode Island, was a Warwick resident for over 47 years passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 27, 1947 in the Olneyville section of Providence, AJ lived a quiet, but vibrant life marked by creativity, humor and deep devotion to those he loved. A proud member of the Teamsters Local 251 for over 20 years, AJ was known for his quiet nature and love for joking around. He had a sparkle in his beautiful blue eyes and a way of making people laugh with his good natured humor. Always ready to head out for a prime rib dinner or a good hamburger, AJ found joy in life's simple pleasures. He was a devoted New England Patriots fan and proudly watched their last winning game. Music was the center of AJ’s life. His favorite band, the Bee Gees, played for hours in his home. AJ loved stereo systems and televisions and was always upgrading his equipment to get the best possible picture and sound. Over the years he built an impressive catalog of recorded movies and music, which he happily “rented” out to family and friends, becoming their go-to source of entertainment. Family members would be reminded of their overdue rentals with “threats” of being written up on the “no more rentals “ list. AJ was also an avid fan of video games, enjoying the fun and challenges they brought. Along with gaming, he had a passion for collecting stamps, baseball cards, two-dollar bills, coins, and eclectic treasures of all kinds. A creative spirt, he enjoyed arts and crafts -building model cars, working on paint by number projects, and building bird houses. He was equally devoted to his word search puzzles, often found with a book in hand. Over the years AJ was a loyal owner and lover of many dogs, each of whom brought him comfort and companionship. Above all, AJ cherished his family. He was the beloved husband of Lexie for 56 years, devoted father to Joe, and loving father-in-law to Tracy. He adored his grandchildren Alexa and Anthony, who brought him endless pride and happiness. AJ will be remembered for his laughter, his kind heart, his quiet strength, and his passion for life’s simple joys. He leaves behind a legacy of love, music, and creativity that will be carried on though his family and all who knew him. Services will be private. Celebration of Life will be at a later date.

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Anthony Joseph Stroker

September 17, 2025