Antonio Demond Bridges, Sr.

Antonio “CoCo”Bridges, was born March 25th, 1980 in Nashville, Tennesse to Teresa  Bridges and Ronnie Smith.  He attended Metro Nashville Public Schools. Although he didn’t graduate he did continue to strive for a GED which he obtained.

 Antonio wed in 2013 to Verleria Puckett, and during this time he was blessed with three daughters and a son.  He enjoyed spending time with his family especially the moments shared between him and his children.. CoCo as he was affectionately known as had a huge heart and was known for looking out for others. He would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Teresa Bridges; maternal grandmother, Loretta Bridges and paternal grandmother, Almeda Smith; as well as his devoted cousin, Evans “Pooky” Bridges.  He leaves to cherish his memories Father- Ronnie Smith; children- Quentin McClain, Antonio Bridges Jr., Eliscia, Avaria, Maleeya,  Daiyah, and Demoni Puckett; sister-Chetika Collier; Brothers- Derrick and Antoine (Natasha) Bridges. Devoted cousin Rochelle Smith along with host of nieces,  nephews, cousins, aunts,  uncles, and friends.