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Jim S. Toney Obituary
July 9, 1945 ~ August 16, 2008
Marina, CA – Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Jim S. Toney, 63, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2008.
Jim served in the Air Force for 22 years, 12 of those years in Japan. He was very interested in Japanese culture and enjoyed collecting Japanese antiques. After his military career, he worked in the Civil Service, retiring in 2006 after 20 years of dedicated service.
Jim enjoyed rooting for the San Francisco Giants, taking photographs, and exercising. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Kaoru; his two children, James (Claire) and Ken (Philrene); and four grandchildren: Alexis, Ashlynn, Nicholas, and Alexander.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a private service will be held.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jim S. Toney
September 12, 2008
We both rooted for the Giants, and shared our Air Force memories. I say farewell and God bless your family.
Chris Cordle Ballard
September 10, 2008
To Jimmy's Family: I grew up next door to Jimmy in Smithers and was very saddened to learn of his death. I last saw him when his Mom died. Karen Sue and I are the same age. I admired him as a youngster and the very few times I saw him as an adult or talked about him with Karen Sue, I admired him even more. I am so very sorry and your family is in my prayers.
Johnny Scarbro
September 10, 2008
Mrs. Toney,
I am sorry for your loss. Jimmy was one of my closest friends growing up in Smithers WV. May God bless you and your family in his loss.
Gail Clonch Tephabock
September 10, 2008
Jimmy and I were life-long friends. He was a year ahead of me in school and lived beside my grandmother in Smithers. I last saw him in Smithers Kroger several years ago - the first time I'd see him in many years. We exchanged e-mail, pics of grandkids, nature pics, stories about our hometown. What a shock when I read his obituary. I was wondering why I hadn't heard from him in 1 1/2 weeks. He was a wonderful friend and I keep all of you in my prayers. I truly miss my good friend. gail
LANNY TONEY (UNCLE)
August 28, 2008
He was "Jimmy" to me. We practically grew up together (13 months separated us) and he was more like a brother than a nephew. We had lots of long phone talks and I miss him already.
Gary Phillips
August 28, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with Jim at Fort Ord... what a guy. He will be missed. God bless to Jim's friends and family.
Fred & Mitsuko McCaslin
August 27, 2008
I met Jim forty years ago when we were both young Air Force NCOs at Yokota AB in Japan. Jim and his wife and my wife and I were almost inseparable in those days. Time and distance eventually took their toll. Although we haven't seen each other in nearly thirty years, we kept in touch, talked on the phone once in a while, and emailed often. We are thinking about Kaoru, James, Ken and their families. I had always hoped we could get together one more time. We have lost a dear friend. Sayonara, Toney-san.
Karen Lyons (Sister)
August 27, 2008
My condolences to the family.
With Love,
Tabitha Lyons (Niece)
August 27, 2008
My condolences to the family.
With Love,
August 27, 2008
WE WILL ALL KEEP THE TONEY FAMILY IN OUR PRAYERS. AMERICAN MOVERS, INC. AND MONTEREY PENINSULA MOVERS.
Jennifer Dizon
August 27, 2008
I worked with Jim Toney at DLI for many years and he was always nice to talk to and a friend. To Mrs. Toney and Family---May the happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time and wishing you all strength and peace. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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