Anthony "Crunchy" William Hanshew

Anthony “Crunchy” William Hanshew, age 20, of Salem, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, in Salem.

Anthony was born on October 6, 2006, in Streator, Illinois, the son of Brandon and Alyssa (Frazier) Hanshew.

Anthony was a young man with a big heart and a bright future ahead of him. He had a passion for anything with a motor and especially enjoyed cars and motorcycles. He also appreciated good food and the time he was able to spend with family and friends. Anthony was employed at Liberty Appliance and was looking forward to the next chapter of his life.

Anthony had recently made the decision to serve his country by joining the United States Marine Corps. On September 17, 2026, he was officially sworn into the Marines and was preparing to leave for basic training in December. It was an important milestone in his young life and something he was looking forward to with pride and anticipation. His willingness to take on this commitment reflected the goals he had set for himself and the future he was working toward.

Anthony always had a strong faith in God. On June 19, 2022, he was baptized by Trent Ice at Grace Church.

Anthony is survived by his parents, Brandon and Alyssa Hanshew of Salem; his son, Joey Hanshew of Salem; his brother, Jeremiah Hanshew of Salem; his grandparents, Myndy Thomas and husband Michael of Centralia, and Debbie Claybourn of Poplar Bluff, Missouri; his great-grandfather, Vito Ferro and wife Sandy of Winnebago, Illinois; his great-grandmother, Nancy Thomas of Lamont, Illinois; his aunts, Kassie Frazier of Salem and Crystal Warner of Marion; and his uncles, Mike Hanshew of Marion and Mikey Thomas of Aurora, Illinois. He is also survived by close family, Lisa, Jordan and Justin, along with several other loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and many close friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, William "Bill" Frazier, and his cousin, Joey Grach.

A Celebration of Life Service for Anthony will be held on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Grace Church in Salem with Trent Ice officiating. There will be a time to visit with the family from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions can be made to the family and will be accepted at the church or at Crouse Funeral Home who is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences and memories can be left at www.CrouseFH.com.