Antonio “Quez” Cummings passed away unexpectedly on November 29, 2025, leaving Meadville devastated. The loss of the guy whose voice, grin, and unwavering enthusiasm filled the gym every day is difficult for the 531 Fitness family and the whole community to grasp.
Quez grew up in Meadville, where he was born. He learned early on that perseverance and hard effort could transform lives while participating in sports and lifting weights. When he made his love of exercise a career, that lesson became his purpose. He worked as a trainer at 531 Fitness for many years, pushing his customers through challenging sets and reassuring them that they were stronger than they realized.
There is a Quez narrative for every person that entered those doors. He was the trainer who texted check-ins on rest days, stayed late to assist someone polish their deadlift, and celebrated personal records as if they were his own. He never allowed anybody to give up on a difficult day, and he had a talent for identifying potential in others long before they recognized it in themselves.
Quez was a son, brother, friend, and role model who lived to encourage people outside of the gym. He mentored children in need, taught young sports, and was always willing to laugh or have a discussion. His generosity was modest yet potent, and his enthusiasm was infectious.
One of Meadville’s brightest lights has gone out. Antonio “Quez” Cummings fostered optimism, community, and self-assurance in addition to physical fitness. His voice continues to reverberate in every repetition and every triumph his followers strive for, but the weights feel heavier and the gym feels more empty without him.
The family and 531 Fitness will shortly announce the specifics of a celebration of Quez’s life. In the meanwhile, Meadville stays close to his loved ones and vows to persevere, as he taught us. Quez, don’t worry. You’ll be proud of us.