Master Sgt. Timothy Toney

Master Sgt. Timothy Toney

Timothy Toney Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 28, 2005.
As if he didn''t have his hands full with all of his regular Marine duties, Master Sgt. Timothy Toney found time to contribute even more: coaching a Marine Corps basketball team, as well as children''s baseball, basketball and softball teams. The 19-year Marine Corps veteran was "a great humanitarian, a great person, a loving husband and also a Marine," Master Sgt. Guy Williams said. "You never give up the competitiveness of being a Marine. That''s one of the things that he really cherished. That and helping out junior Marines, and Marines above him and his peers." Toney, 37, of Columbia, S.C., died March 27 of non-combat causes in Kuwait. He was stationed at Camp Pendleton, Calif. Survivors include his wife, Delores Baise, twin 4-year-old daughters, Tiara and Tiana, and three stepchildren. "He was the best son, brother, father, husband anyone could ever ask for," said his father, Richard Holmes.

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Frankie McNuckle

May 25, 2025

Toney was one of the first Marines I met at Lejeune . He was always intelligent, respectful,driven ,most of all my friend . Thanks Toney,having known you ,made me a better person and Marine !!

Reginald Johnson

April 24, 2020

I am a close friend of Tim Toney's. We were stationed together at Camp Lejeune, N.C. (French Creek) and also at Quantico , Va. H.&S.. Bn. T.A.V.S.C. He was like a brother to me. I was his assistant coach for a T-Ball team for youth athletes 5-7 years old., and because of his competitive spirit, I coached a team myself the following year and told my team that "I don't care how many games we lose...as long as we beat coach Tony's team" In all actuality I can't remember if we won that game or not, but I believe in my mind that we did because I remember that I made sure that my kids had snacks after that game. I got out of the Marine Corps in 1991 and began a career in Federal Law Enforcement during which time I lost touch with my brother. Out of the blue, I wanted to look him up and try to find out where he was and try to link up with him. My heart was broken once I found out that he had passed on to his reward. He was a great friend and a great example for being a man, and a Marine. I will miss you and there is a special place in my heart (next to my Mom and Dad) that will never be filled. Love You Bro !!! Semper Fi !!!!!!!!!!!

Jacque Mcclary

December 30, 2016

I remember Toney and I meeting at swoop circle (French Creek) and riding in his Ford Escort heading home to Columbia, S.C. (1986) The dash lights didn't work so he had to use a flashlight to see how fast he was going. That joker wouldn't go over 55! Thought we'd never get home. SEMPER FI DEVILDOG DOG

Charlie Gili

April 11, 2013

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Toney Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

Peggy Childers

March 28, 2012

March 27, 2012
To the family and friends of Master Sgt. Timothy Toney:
Always remembering Timothy. "Some gave all."

July 6, 2011

Rest in peace, cousin. You will always be in our thoughts for all the great things you done for this great country, your family and friends. You will never be forgotten and always loved.

Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Davis
Assault Craft Unit Four
Little Creek, Virginia

Peggy Childers

March 27, 2011

To the family and friends of Master Sgt. Timothy Toney:
Please accept my remembrance of Timothy on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Peggy Childers

March 27, 2010

To the family and friends of Master Sgt. Timothy Toney:
Remembering Timothy on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Debbi

April 18, 2009

Timothy, you have been gone for five years now from God's earth and yet you are forever remembered each day. May God continue to bless your family each day.

http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com

In Memory of my son
SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra, Iraq
CO-A 2-505th PIR 82nd Airborne

Peggy Childers

March 27, 2009

To the family of Master Sgt. Timothy Toney:
Timothy gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Captain Carla Sizer, USAF

April 19, 2008

I can't even find the words...I lost my 19 year old son--5 Sept 2007, Balad, Iraq. I am absolutely devastated and I know that you are too...but find comfort in the fact that we will see our loved ones, our heroes again. Do I wish that I could trade places with my son? ABSOLUTELY not. He is in the arms of our Lord--"And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away" ~Rev 21:4
What a wonderful thought...
May God bless Master Sgt Timothy Toney, God bless you and your family and God bless America!

Contact me if you want to talk.

PROUD Mother of
Specialist Dane R. Balcon
Stationed at Ft Hood, TX, 3/8 CAV
KIA, 5 September 2007
Balad, Iraq

kathleen mccormack

April 19, 2008

dear toney family,

as a military mom, I thank you for your exceptional sacrifice of sharing and sacrificing your beloved son, father, husband and sibling for allof us. if god decides to take my only child home to his loving care, kindly pray i have your courage to sustain such an enormous loss

Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)

April 19, 2008

Rest in peace.

The Buck Family

April 18, 2008

To the family of Master Sgt. Timothy Toney, May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.

April 17, 2008

He is missed greatly and will never be forgotten. he touched too many people to not be remembered with great fondness.
rest in peace. so sorry for the loss.

Linda Trzybinski

April 17, 2008

My sincere condolences for your loss. Timothy sounds like a wonderful person who inspired love and admiration.

Safely Home

Michael Iezzi

April 17, 2008

Father we entrust our brother Timothy to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Timothy in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.

April 17, 2008

Rest in Peace Devil Dog.
Semper F
T
Sister of a Fallen Marine

Kim Straker

April 17, 2008

Any death, combat related or otherwise, is a loss to those who loved that person. I wish nothing but the best to the wife and children, family and friends of this fine Marine. I hope that the support and love of those around you has proved of comfort these past years and that you have many cherished memories to hold in your hearts.

Debra Estep

March 27, 2008

To the family and friends of Timothy. Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers today.

May God and His Angels surround you and bring you comfort.

xo xo
Deb
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Tom Gugliuzza

November 10, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy to the Toney family in the loss of Timothy. I did not know Timothy, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you.Timothy it has been over 3 years since you were taken. Please know that you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

Esther Kabalkin

September 23, 2007

To the family and friends,
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies. Losing a loved on is the hardest thing in life. I am writing to not only express my sorrow for you but to let you know about a memorial I am working on. I am creating a quilt to honor the fallen soldiers from the New York City Area. Each soldier will have a panel created. I am inviting the friends and families to get involved. If you are interested or would like some more information please contact me at [email protected]

August 8, 2007

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Garnet Jenkins

March 27, 2007

In Remembrance of this Fine Young Marine, Master Sgt. Timothy Toney, on the 3rd anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.

May Timothy, rest safely in God's Care and know that he is a True American hero, that shall Never Be Forgotten.
May the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Toney family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.

"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death,
nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
Revelations 21:4


May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have of Timothy, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Remembers his sacrifice.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.

Mark Larsen

August 11, 2006

I am sorry that I didn't find this web-site earlier. I was in Kuwait when he passed away. He collapsed that day outside my tent. We provided CPR and tried the best we could to save him. My condolances to the family-May the Lord bless you and guide you through the years.

Pat Canfall

April 10, 2006

My condolences to the Toney family.

Timothy may you rest in peace. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. You have earned your golden halo and wings. May you continue to soar in the heavenly clouds up above.

Darrell Carter

November 18, 2005

I wish I had known about this site sooner. I was a Marine with 2nd Battalion 1st Marines in fallujah in 2004. I was sick and was delayed from deploying with my unit. When I finally was able to fly over, it was with five other Marines, one of whom was MSGT Toney. I flew from the U.S. to London to Kuwait with MSGT Toney. He was a very likable man and everyone liked him as we got to know eachother a bit through traveling together. It was a shock to all of us when he collapsed. I had seen dead Marines before, but I had never watched helplessly as it happened before. I feel incredible sadness for MSGT Tony's family, especially his children, I know they were young. I will always remember him, and the feeling of that experience. I wish I could have written his family or posted on this site earlier.

Darrell James Carter

CPL 2/1 2001-2005

anthony brown

April 6, 2005

Thank you for what you have done for our people. May God bless your family and may Heaven smile upon them.

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