Antonio was raised in Casa Grande and was one of the first Marine JROTC classes at Casa Grande Union High School.  He joined the Marines and served on active duty for 10 years getting.  He returned to Arizona and started his own trucking business which he still runs.  He joined the Marine Corps League in April of 2022.  He has served as Detachment Sgt-At-Arms, and has been Commandant since April of 2023.  He is also serving as Department Protocol Officer since June of 2023.