Anthony was born on February 26, 1955, to Edward and Mabel Teskey.

After graduation, Tony attended UND Grand Forks.  A deeply religious man, he also attended seminary in Florida and remained faithful to his God his entire life.

Working various jobs until 1976, Tony became employed by Burlington Northern Railroad and worked on the tracks until he became a full time employee in 1979.  In 1987, he was injured on the job and was not able to return to work.

Tony returned to Williston in the early 1990's.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, events with his family, and summers around Flathead Lake, Montana.  He loved tinkering with electronic equipment, working with honey bees and playing cards.

Tony passed away June 20, 2012 at his home in Williston.