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John Toney Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Robert T. Youngblood
October 9, 2008
Peace and Blessings Bro. Toney and Family. Goodwill is the Monarch of this House - Men Unaquainted Enter, shake hands, exchange greetings and depart friends. Coordiallity exist among all who abide within...I am Alpha Phi Alpha.
Forever Fraternal
Bro. Robert T. Youngblood
Spring 2000
#5
Onward and Upward
Norman Loney
September 21, 2008
Mr. Toney hired me as a driver for Wyatt Transfer. My first truck driving job. Although Mr. Toney and I didn't see eye to eye at times, he was great to work with and had a great heart! May God be with his family and give them peace in their time of need. God Bless
Martin McCain
September 18, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Martin McCain
September 18, 2008
To the family of JT. I was informed of JT's passing today from a friend who emailed me to share the late news. I was in the frat with JT and was his DP. He was a pleasant and calm person and great to be around. I lost touch with him when I graduated from VUU. May his love for his family continue through the loving spirit of our Lord Jesus. May the peace of God grant you power to live in peace.
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Ron McRae
September 10, 2008
I was saddened to hear of the passing of JT. We were classmates at VUU and neighbors when we moved off campus and he had a quiet demeanor about him, always upbeat and just an all around good man. My sympathies go out to his family. He will be missed.
Deongi Dennis
August 25, 2008
To the Toney Family:
Earth has no sorrow....
That Heaven cannot heal.
Deepest Sympathy
in your time of sorrow.
Rev. Dr. Shirley Robinson- & Dea. Waverly Fountain
August 20, 2008
TO THE TONEY FAMILY:
Our sincere condolences and sympathy to you in this your hour of trial. John was a very special person. He will be missed. Hold on, and remember that somebody is praying for you. Be encouraged, Continue to trust God. God will take care of you.
Peace, Power, & Protection,
Cathy Robinson
August 18, 2008
Carol, so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the love of family and friends during this difficult time.
Pearl Webb-Ross & Family
August 17, 2008
Carol and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. You are in my prayers! May God keep you safe in His loving arms! It is now that you may see only one set of footprints but know that GOD IS carrying you every step of the way.
Ava Yates
August 15, 2008
Carol, Faye & Wil,
We were truly saddened when we heard of John's passing. My husband & I were on vacation and learned of his passing through Pam & Ayah, it was a shock but we were glad that we arrived back home in time for such a wonderful homegoing. My husband was one of those people that John hired at Wyatt and gave an opportunity to drive one of those big Rigs when he relocated back to Virginia from Georgia and also later he hired my brother in law (wildman). He will always be in our hearts as a truly giving person. Faye & Carol you will always be connected to the family through our church family and Ayah. Please know that we are only a phone call away. God bless you and continue to give you strength.
Sincerly
Rudy & Ava
jill coltrain
August 15, 2008
Even though this is probably the most difficult time of your lives right now, God has blessed you with many years of great memories with JT. John was (and always will be in our hearts) a great personality, friendly, easy to talk with, etc. I worked with him on & off for several years in dispatch and never had words with him...He was a great man and will continue that in heaven...from the look on his face during visitation I can personally guarantee that he is playing the 18th hole with Payne Stewart and my uncle and JT is winning...Just keep alive all your memories and remember now and always ya'll have your own personal angel looking out for all of you. Our prayers are with you during this trying time...If ya'll need anything, now matter how big or small, please contact us at home or work...We really miss John--walking into dispatch will never be the same, but it does make me feel better knowing he is playing the game of his life and will always be looking in on his family...love, jill & marty coltrain & kids
Lorraine Thaxton
August 15, 2008
Carol and Family
My prayers are with you.
Please find peace in the loving memories of John
and continue to run the race
God Bless
Veda Florance-Hawkes
August 15, 2008
Carol & Family,
My heartful sympathy goes out to each of you in the loss of your love one. Put your trust in the Lord and he will see you through.
Love, Veda and Family
Dalyce, Antoine, Zion and Noah Logan
August 15, 2008
May His peace be with you during this difficult time in your life. You are in our prayers.
Violet Brown
August 15, 2008
Carol, Fayesha and William, John will be greatly missed. He was one of the nicest guys I've known. Always had a pleasant smile. He will be greatly missed. Thanks for the good memories he left with you. May the peace of God be with you and the family in your loss. Fayesha, Kentre wanted you to know she loves you and is so sorry about your dad.
Yolanda Campbell
August 15, 2008
Fay and Family,
My prayers are with you and your family. Remember the good times and your Father will always be with you.
Raquel Lundy
August 15, 2008
Our hearts go out to the Toney Family. We're thinkin of you during this difficult time. Love Always the Lundy Family (Eddie, Raquel, Lydia & Diamond)
Loretta Jackson
August 15, 2008
Carol,
I was deeply sadden when Candy told me of the passing of JT. May God give you and your children the strength to make it through this time . Love and prayers are with you!
Betty Lewis
August 14, 2008
Carol Toney & Family:
I express my deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Always remember that God doesn't put more on us than we can bear. May John memories bring you comfort and peace.
Artice Appling
August 14, 2008
To the Toney Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. During this time of grief, may God protect you with His mercy and grace. Fayesha, be encouraged and know you have people who care, love an support you during this time.
Tarnisha Keel
August 14, 2008
May God provide you all with peace and comfort during this time of bereavement. Trust and know that God still is on the throne and that John is always with you.
Garfield and Lucritia Mizelle
August 14, 2008
Our prayers will be with you and your family. We will always remember the VUU days. God Bless you.
Wil Cheatham
August 14, 2008
To the Toney Family,
My deepest sympathies and condolences go out to you at this time. May God wrap his loving arms of peace and protection around you and grant you peace and calmness today and always.
Sharon & Thomas Jones, Howard (Bee), Mariah and Sarah
August 14, 2008
Carol, Fay, and William,
You know what a special place John held in our family's lives. He was there for us at a low time in our lives. We love and will greatly miss him. You all will be in our hearts and prayers.
Sandra Davis
August 14, 2008
I hold you in my prayers, may the Lord our God, Creator and Saviour, shower you all with HIS peace and love which is beyond understanding at this difficult time. Keep the faith and hold on to God's unchanging hand. He will carry and guide you during this time as always. John will be deeply missed.
Alma Jones
August 14, 2008
To the Toney Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Take comfort in the Heart of God.
Tom Shearer
August 14, 2008
Carol, Fayesha and William,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. May God's abounding Peace and Love be with you.
Sonja Jackson
August 14, 2008
Carol my prayers are with you and your family during this time. May God give you comfort.
Melvin & Cathie Wade
August 14, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your fond memories and the love and support of family and friends bring you comfort.
C.Douglas, Odesta Cobbs
August 14, 2008
Our condolences go out to the Toney family. May God bless and keep you during your time of sorrow.
Lisa Roane
August 14, 2008
To the Toney Family,
I enjoyed working with John during my employment with Wyatt Transfer, he will be missed. As the days go on I pray that the joyous memories of John’s life will comfort you and replace the pain you feel today. God Bless You.
Liz & Nicole Russell
August 14, 2008
Carol, Fayesha, & William,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your fond memories and the love and support of family and friends bring you comfort.
Sharon (Bunny) Greene
August 14, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Forever hold on to God's unchanging hand He is and will always be there to carry you through.
Pamela Burford
August 14, 2008
Carol, Fayesha, & William,
You guys have become a part of our family through your close relationship with Ayah and her children. Our hearts our truly heavy with grief in the passing of John. His presence will be truly missed on Sundays at the Ironbridge location. You could always count on John to be one of the "first" to stand whenever Carol sang lead with the choir because of his love for his savior, his wife, and his family. Lean on God, continue to love him and serve him as you do and he will surely see you through this most difficult time.
Prayerfully submitted,
On behalf of the Burford Family
Greenidge Family
August 14, 2008
To the Toney Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dalee Thomas
August 14, 2008
To the Toney Family,
Please find comfort in the Lord and remember that death is not the end but the beginning. I remember JT from our days at Union and will always remember his clam and pleasant disposition.
ShaRhonda Cooper-Redden
August 14, 2008
To the Toney family,
You are in my prayers and thoughts. I was sadden to hear of the lost in your family. John was a inspiration to us all. If you need anything please call.
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Wanda Anyalewechi
August 13, 2008
Carol, sorry to hear of John's departure, my deepest condolences and prays are with you and the family.
From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home
August 14, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Cornelius Claud
August 13, 2008
Carol i'm sorry to hear about your loss.I went by Wyatt to talk to John on Friday.I was sadden Sunday morning when they made the announcement.My prayers goes out to you and your family
Shannon and Tony Parris
August 13, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Kelvin and Frances Christian(Wyatt Driver)
August 13, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
August 13, 2008
To the Toney Family May God Bless and keep you during this time of your loss.John touched our lives with his genlte and kind smile ,whenever I saw him. Please know that we love you and your family is in ours thoughts and prayers every day. Love Aaron & Jackie Freeman & Family
Jackie Jackson
August 13, 2008
Carol, I was saddened to hear about John. When I wanted to talk "golf", John was the man! He will be missed.
I extend my deepest condolences and prayers to you during this time.
August 13, 2008
Carol Toney & Family:
We the Pleasants' family extend our heartfelt condolences in the passing of John. May God comfort you and give you the strength you need as you embrace a life well lived.
Gertrude, Karen & Theresita (Terri) Pleasants-Lewis
Mary Marks
August 12, 2008
My prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Glenn (A-Phi-A)
NightHawk
Rhonda Starr
August 12, 2008
Ms. Carol and Ms. Fayesha and family,
May God continue to give you peace as you go through your time of sorrow. Your faith is strong and this is one of the biggest test that you will pass becasue you know God Is God. Peace like the river flows quietly through your heart. May you listen and hear Mr. John's voice which will make you smile and know that he is alright. God Bless You Always.
PS. Ms. Faye you would have been very proud of our Women's Day Choir. (smile) God Is God All The Time.
Loretta Hitchcock
August 12, 2008
Carol, Faye & William
John was a great man and a great inspiration for many people including myself. He was very giving of his time and love. He loved his family his church and our Lord and Savior. Our prayers are with you.
Tommy & Loretta Hitchcock
Krystal (Jackson) Montague
August 12, 2008
Carol & Family,
My deepest condolences are offered to you all at this time. John was a great man and he will be missed by many. I thank you for the example you all set in the church & outside of the church. I can honestly say, watching your family & how you all worked together, cared for one another & others has truley left an inprint in my life and touched my life personally.
Emma Lofton
August 12, 2008
I am very sad to hear of JT's passing. We were long time friends. I extend my heart felt sympathy to Carol, Fayesha and William and the entire family. J.T. was a great guy, very kind. He will be greatly missed. God Bless you now and always.
Angie Martin
August 12, 2008
Carol,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Your friends at the FED are here for you whenever you need them.
Angie Martin
FRB -
Connie Turner
August 11, 2008
Carol - Working with John for 15+ years was great. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Thelma B Mason
August 11, 2008
I extend my heartfelt sympathy and condolence
May the Lord bless you with His presence, strength and comfort
Bill & Carolyn Brinkley
August 11, 2008
May the Lord our God, Creator and Saviour, shower you all with HIS peace that is beyond ALL understanding at this difficult time. Just know that we are praying for you all. We will miss John. Keep the faith and just hold on to the unchanging hand of God.
Donna Dodd-Harris
August 11, 2008
I worked with John for 13 years at Wyatt, and I have never met a more honorable, decent,careing human being. He helped mentor me through many of my most difficult monents in life. Through his faith, he helped me carry on. I have used his words of wisdon in every day life,and think of him and his great big smile often. I know that I am a better person because he touched my life. My deepest condolences to Carol and the children. He told me many times in the past that his greatest love other than God was his family. He will be remembered with love and dearly missed.
Tracy howard
August 11, 2008
Ms. Fayesha Toney & Family,
You & your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
Tracy, Cj & Arika
(TJ High School)
Rob and Tammy (Simms) Dungee and Family
August 11, 2008
To the Family,
There is not a lot that we can said about losing a love one that can really make you feel better. However, there is one thing we have learned in Bible Study that makes since as to why God lets life events happen as they do. It is TRUST and to keep LOVING GOD. You will see, understand and be able to cop more even in the dark. Nevertheless, Focus, Trust and Love.... Give it all to GOD and See. We all know that John was a good man, who LOVED the LORD and how he loved, cherished and was so very proud of you all. We will lift you up in our prayers.
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