SUDBURY -- People in North Bay are mourning the loss of the city's longest-serving city councillor, Mike Anthony, who passed away at age 52.

According to published reports, Anthony passed away Wednesday at home.

Condolences are flooding in on his Facebook page.

R I P my son in law ...will make sure Tanya is ok...God has you in his arms but I have you in my heart always

Posted by Rollande Deslauriers on Thursday, September 3, 2020
Sofa, as well as the city of North Bay, have suffered a major loss last night. Our friend and colleague, Mike Anthony,...
Posted by Sofa Communications on Thursday, September 3, 2020

RIP Mike Anthony you were such a joy to know and hard working if u had an issue Mike would steer u in the right direction u did this city proud u will be sadly missed ������������

Posted by Frank White Jr on Thursday, September 3, 2020

He was in his sixth term on council and had just turned 52 last week.

There is no word on the cause of death at this time. 

A flag lowering ceremony at city hall was held Thursday at 10:45 a.m. with Mayor Al McDonald and members of city council.