Who is Anna Cardwell's boyfriend Eldridge Toney? Late 'Mama June' star planned to have a child with longtime partner before her cancer diagnosis
MILLEDGEVILLE, GEORGIA: 'Mama June' star Anna Cardwell's longtime boyfriend, Eldridge Toney, originally hails from Wrens, Georgia. However, he had been living with Anna in Milledgeville, Georgia, at the time of her death.
Eldridge completed his schooling at Baldwin High School and currently works on trains. He has frequently been seen on 'Mama June'.
As per reports, Anna and Eldridge were trying for a baby before the reality star was diagnosed with stage 4 adrenal cancer.
In a previous interview with The US Sun, Anna shared, "We are trying to have a third child, and it’s been difficult."
She further revealed that she had undergone four miscarriages and a D&C, adding, "It's been a long bumpy road for us trying to have baby number three."
Anna reflected on her painful experience and said, "It felt like I was giving birth, it was the worst pain of my life. It’s a really painful process, so I’m like you know, let’s give it one more try."
Anna Cardwell's boyfriend Eldridge Toney pens a tribute after her death
After Anna's tragic death on Saturday, December 9, Eldridge, who has been with the TLC star since 2017, shared a family photo and wrote, "We are asking for prayers for our family as we make this transition."
He added, "We are publicly doing this as a family. We are announcing that Anna Marie Cardwell she passed away yesterday, December 9, at 11.12 pm in my home with her family and the people that she wanted around her and we are asking for continue prayers at this time."
The statement continued, "We will announce a funeral arrangements after we make them today. We very much appreciated love each, and everyone y'all family photo together that we will always treasure. We love you Anna."
How many children does Anna Cardwell have?
Anna had two daughters, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Shannon, 11, and Kylee Madison Cardwell, 8. In 2012, she gave birth to Kaitlyn, her oldest daughter, with her ex-husband, Caleb Clark.
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She welcomed her second daughter, Kylee, in 2015 with her second husband, Michael Cardwell.
Anna penned a sweet message for her two daughters amid her cancer diagnosis, writing, "If I pass away unexpectedly, remind my kids every time you see them how much I love them and how I would do anything in this world for them. This is all I want."
Sadly, the 'Mama June' star died 10 months after she was diagnosed with stage 4 adrenal carcinoma in January.
'Mama June' fans react to the news of Anna Cardwell's death
Soon after the announcement of Anna Cardwell's death came to light, fans flocked to social media to pay tribute to her, especially on the MamaJuneFromNotToHot subreddit.
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A person wrote, "This is so devastating. 💔 Sending love to the family," while another noted, "I can't imagine having to watch your baby/sister/mom slowly die for over three weeks. 😭 so sorry to all of them. 🙏."
One fan penned, "I’m so sorry you had to go through that❤️ I 100% believe in heaven and our loved ones are always looking over us and are in a place of pure happiness! God bless u!"
"My heart breaks for her family and especially her 2 little girls 💔. Anna still has her Amazon wishlist on her IG page, and I hope people consider buying some toys and treats for her daughters for Christmas. Those little girls deserve so much," expressed someone else.
One more wrote, "I love this show, but Anna passing reminds me that this is real life. Please love the ones you do and let them know🙏🏽."
June Shannon announces details about Anna Cardwell's funeral
Mama June Shannon announced the funeral details of her daughter Anna Cardwell following her tragic death from cancer.
She wrote on Facebook, "Anna’s services are as followed for anyone who would like to come and say goodbye," adding, "Please be respectful to our family as this is a lot for her girls and us as a family."
June also noted, "Thank you for everyone reaching out to the family. We see you and we love you." The reality star further noted that the viewing is on Wednesday from 2 pm to 3 pm, with services to follow at Williams Funeral Home in Gordon, Georgia.
