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TONEY Donald F. Toney, age 79, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2008 in Riverside Methodist Hospital's Hospice Unit. He is predeceased by parents Frank and Jessie Mae (Banks) Toney, three brothers, and two sisters. Long-time member of Second Community Church and retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Mr. Toney was a well-known Little League coach in the Columbus area for over 30 years. He was a member of several sports organizations including the Beatty Center Table Tennis Club and the Hilliard Horseshoe Club. He also participated in Senior Olympics Table Tennis tournaments and played Slow Pitch for WVKO. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 59 years, Margaret Ann (Wooden) Toney; two loyal sons, Michael L. and Wendell L. (Patricia) Toney; four awesome grandchildren, Tamela, Chris, Justin, and Adam Toney; three great-grandchildren; thoughtful brother-in-law, L. K. Marbury, Sr.; caring sisters-in-law, Helen Gunther, Leila Jimerson, and Christine Wooden; goddaughter, Pamela Bates; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, great-great-nieces and nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. Funeral Service 12Noon Friday, November 21, 2008 at Second Community Church, 311 S. Highland Avenue, where the family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the start of service. Pastor Charlene Watkins, officiating. Interment Green Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street. The family invites you share memories and express condolences online at www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Nov. 19, 2008.

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Lebanon(Jacqueline) Spann III

November 27, 2008

May The Lord strengthen you and
provide you with a peace that will
surpass all understanding.
We are so sorry for the loss.
From all of us to all of you.

Ronnie O. Gossett & Family

November 24, 2008

The Gossett Family sends thier deepest condolences to the Toney Family. May the Peace of Christ be with each and everyone always. I personally thank you for Mr.Toney, for he was a guiding light for me from the Hilltop Lions, Westgate Falcons, Westgate Hawks thru the West High Cowboys much love and respect is given.

Mrs. Helen Gunther

November 21, 2008

TO THE FAMILY

My thoughts are with you all.

With love,

Connie Coughenour

November 21, 2008

Dear Mrs. Toney and family:
Donald was one of the nicest men I have ever met. I worked at Beatty Recreation Center and had the pleasure of meeting him when he came to the center for table tennis. I know he made an impact on many young peoples' lives and he will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Roy and Michelle Sutton

November 20, 2008

Our prayers are with the Toney family.

Doug McDaniel

November 20, 2008

Mrs. Toney,we share your grief at the loss of this wonderful man.We treasure the memories of the years we spent together and thank you for the happiness you brought to our lives.God needed a coach and got one of the best.God bless.
Doug,Kim,Zack,Jeremy McDaniel

Darryl Rice

November 20, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Darryl Rice

November 20, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Samuel & Eileen Cudgel

November 20, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Tracy Cudgel & DeJuan Davidson

November 20, 2008

Aunt Margaret Ann
My deepest sympathy goes out to Aunt Margaret Ann, Michael and Wendell. Uncle Donald will truly be missed by all of us. I will keep the TONEY family in my prayers. God Bless. Love You All

Rhonda and Jonnea Marbury/Watson

November 20, 2008

Aunt Margaret Ann, Mike, Wendell and Families
Uncle Donald was very special to us
and we will miss him terribly.
He always had a way of lighting up the room, He will remain in our hearts
forever.

Billy Bowman

November 20, 2008

I will miss you dearly uncle Donald, and I will never forget just how kind and gentle of a person you were, wonderful characteristics I have always tried to model myself after. I love you aunt Margret Ann. PLEASE call me should you need me.

Jeff Spann

November 20, 2008

Dear Aunt Margaret Ann, Mike and Wendell,
May you find peace in knowing the many lives Uncle Donald touched. He along with all of you just made being around you a joyful experience and I'm sure God made note of that and will grant Uncle Donald his golden wings. God Bless You All

Andrew & Debbie Reid Taylor & Children (Nicholas, Martin & Kia)

November 20, 2008

Aunt Margaret Ann, Mike and Wendell and their families,

Our hearts ache for you, dear family, for the tremendous loss you have suffered. You don't get over it, you just get through it; but know that you do not grieve alone. Uncle Donald was a man of great faith and wisdom, strong yet gentle, a teddy bear of a man, a "Man Among Men", and a class act. He never failed us or you --- celebrating our success, overlooking our shortcomings, always there. We loved him dearly, we love you too and hold you close.

With heartfelt condolences,

Janice Givens

November 19, 2008

God bless you Aunt Margaret, Mike, and Wendell at your time of sorrow. Uncle Donald was loved by all of us.I got your family in my prayers. Love you the Givens' family.

Phyllis Edwards

November 19, 2008

Aunt Margaret Ann God bless you Mike and Wendell at your time of sorrow. We all loved Uncle Donald.

With heartfelt condolences, Cap and Marianne

November 19, 2008

TO THE FAMILY:

Side-by-side, we share this deep loss in tandem with you. Please be comforted by the knowledge that our beloved Uncle Donald is in perfect, heavenly peace. May our prayers and God's Love sustain you.

Bobbi

November 19, 2008

Dear Mrs. Toney,
I was so sorry to read of Mr. Toney's passing. You both were wonderful neighbors to have when I used to live across the street from you on Hickory Hill Dr. Nolan has since moved to New York to be with his mother after his father's passing. May your memories and your loving family bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Bobbi

John, Rebecca(Phil), Gregory, Joshua and Lashaunda Marbury

November 19, 2008

Uncle Donald I will miss you terribly. But I know that you have gone on to a better place and are at peace and taking your rest. I loved you but my God loved you best
Aunt Margaret you have my deepest sympathy, I am there for you and the family.
Mike and Wendell and family Have faith in God and he will see you through this most difficult time.
Love you all

La Vetta Marbury

November 19, 2008

Uncle Donald: You were my favorite uncle. I will never forget you. Thanks for making an impact on my life. Missing you!

Aunt Margaret Ann: I know it will be difficult but in the days ahead allow the LORD to guide you. I love you.
Your Special Niece

Mike & Wendell & family: I know you're thinking I can not do this but always remember with GOD all things are possible.

Much Love I will be there for you all..

MARJORIE RAY

November 19, 2008

MR TONEY, YOU WERE ONE OF THE BEST COACHES FOR YOUNG BOYS. YOU COACH MY SON (SCOTT RAY) FOR THREE YEARS AT BINNS BENGALS. YOU WERE AKIND AND GENTLEMAN. REST IN PEACE. MARJORIE RAY

Losker Marbury

November 19, 2008

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Mike Ruehrmund

November 19, 2008

To The Family: I was so sorry to hear of Don's passing. I got to know him through the Hilliard Horseshoe Club over the past 3 years. He was always a gentleman. We would have many discussions over family and softball, as well as horseshoes. He was a kind man and I will miss him. God Bless.

Darcill Konteh-Kanu

November 19, 2008

To Granpa Toney, you are with the lord now, and in a better place. I love you!

Darcill

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