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Beverly Toolan Obituary
Bev was born June 29, 1941, in Springfield, Mass., and was the daughter of the late Anthony and Helen (Pellaio) Frank. A woman devoted to her faith, Bev was a lifetime communicant of St. Patrick Church, and on Oct. 23, 1965, she was united in marriage to her beloved husband of 48 years, John "Jack" Toolan. Bev was a caring and compassionate woman, and she received great joy from her time spent assisting others in need throughout her lifetime.
Besides her husband, Jack, Beverly is survived by her children, Brian J. Toolan and his wife, Nicole, of Suffield and Lynn Allen and her husband, Ronald, of Denver, Colo.; and her cherished grandchildren, Daniel and Nathan Toolan and Sedona and Veronica Allen.
Bev's family and friends are invited to gather at Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Road, on Friday, Dec. 13, at 10 a.m. for a funeral procession to St. Patrick Church for Bev's Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in St. Patrick King Street Cemetery.
Bev's family will receive relatives and friends at the Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels on Thursday Dec. 12, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Memorial donations in Bev's name may be made to the Felician Adult Day Care Center, 1333 Enfield St., Enfield, CT 06082; or St. Patrick Church, 64 Pearl St., Enfield, CT 06082 would be appreciated by the family.
For information or to leave an online condolence, please visit
www.leetestevens.com
Beverly's family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at the Felician Adult Care Center and the Better Living Home Care for their wonderful care given to Bev during her time spent there.
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Alice Andrus
December 21, 2013
With deep sadness, I remember my friend, Bev Frank Toolan. She was steadfast in her friendship and her kindness. My sympathy to her husband, Jack, and her children for their loss.
carol and jim maniscalchi (holt)
December 19, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of Bev passing. She was a good friend during high school and beyond. Although we've been away from Enfield for so many years, you never forget your past and the people who were an important in your life. She was a wonderful person and in a better place, one we all hope to be some day. Our sincere sympathy to you Jack and your family. Carol and Jim
Gordy Duggan Jr.
December 14, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the Toolan family.
Mary (Maguire) Armstrong
December 12, 2013
Lynn and family,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Although it's been years since I've seen her, I remember how nice she always was whenever I would go to your house. Love to all.
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Patrick Wolff
December 12, 2013
Dear Uncle Jack, Lynn and Brian,
I am so sorry for your loss. I love the memories I have of Aunt Bev,so much energy and life, quick with a joke and a remark. I will always have those memories, knowing that she has gone to a much better place. Love to you all.
December 11, 2013
Jack, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through one more difficult time. We are talking about Bev and all the fun warm winters we spent together. All the golf outings, parties and get togehters that created a wonderful friendship. Our condolences.
Ruth & Frank Leahy
December 9, 2013
I would like to extend sincere condolences to Bev's family on her passing. I remember her as a caring, loving classmate in the class of '59 at Enfield High.
Peter (and wife Grace) Carenza
Joe and Sue Ingram
December 9, 2013
Dear Jack, Brian, and Lynn
Joe and I are so sorry for your loss. Bev was a wonderful, caring and giving lady, a dear friend to all she knew. We will miss her so much. Our deepest sympathy is with each of you.
Stacey Dalenta-Volk
December 8, 2013
Brian and family, so sorry for the loss of your mother. I remember being at your house as kids and she was always so nice. My condolences.
Fran & Tom Wolff
December 7, 2013
We will miss our dear friend of 48 years. We have shared so many great family times, from Christenings to weddings to just fun home visits! "Aunt" Bev we will miss you. Rest in peace until we meet again.
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