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1951
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2011
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Allen Toberman Obituary
Allen Craig Toberman, 60, of Belleville, Ill., born Sunday, Feb. 11, 1951, in East St. Louis, Ill., died Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2011, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo.
Allen was the owner of Lebanon Grain Elevator and Toberman Brokerage Company. He was a member and board member of Signal Hill United Methodist Church in Belleville, Ill. He was a member of Scottish Rite Bodies, Ainad Shrine, Southern Illinois Court 86 ROJ, past board member of St. Louis Milling and Grain Association, 12th Congressional District Agricultural Advisory Committee, Master Guide of the Kaskaskia Hunting Preserve, Dead Eye Dove Hunters Club and also Member Emeritis of the Missouri Athletic Club where he enjoyed participating in league basketball.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Macon E. and Virginia D., nee Craig, Toberman; and a brother, Marien Toberman.
Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth, nee Flannery, Toberman; son, Craig A. Toberman of Belleville, Ill.; sister, Diane Toberman Murphey of Belleville, Ill.; aunts, Velma Rose Fesser and family of Fillmore, Ill., Valeria Reiss and family of Decatur, Ill., nephews, Patrick Murphey and Ryan Murphey; nieces, Rachel Flannery and Sheridan Wright; father-in-law, James Flannery; sisters-in-law, Erin Ringsmuth and Christy Wright; and numerous cousins, and dear friends.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, Heartlinks Grief Center at Family Hospice, Shriner's Hospital for Children or donor's choice. Condolences may be expressed online at www.kurrusfh.com.
Visitation: Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011, at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, Ill. There will be a ROJ walk-through at 7:13 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Funeral: Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 28, 2011, at Kurrus Funeral Home Chapel, with Chaplain Ro Fesser, Diaconal Minister officiating. Interment will follow at Lake View Memorial Gardens in Fairview Heights, Ill.
KURRUS FUNERAL HOME, Belleville, Ill.
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Memories and Condolences
for Allen Toberman
Terenced Verzal
April 7, 2025
He was an awsome guy and great competitor
Gayle Reynolds Moser
June 19, 2012
Beth and Family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I met Allen back in 1980 at the Merchants Exchange. A friend for many years and it makes me so sad to hear of this. Will keep you in my prayers.
Julie & Kevin Haas
December 1, 2011
Beth, Craig, and Diane and families
Allen was alway the welcoming type of a man. I will cherish the times we had working at Lebanon & Mascoutah Grain. He was alway good to us and never let his smile go away. He stayed a good friend to us after leaving Mascoutah Grain. We united familes again when Kevin & Diane were both employed by Southwest. Alway remembering him and forever in our hearts. Our deepesty sympathy and so sorry I was unable to attend the services as I was out of town. May he rest in peace.
November 30, 2011
Dear Family of Allen,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in Allen's passing. We just passed old times a few weeks ago when he and Don passed by at Soulard market. I was privileged along with so so many others to share some great times with Allen. He will be remembered in my heart forever!
Mick Hoepfinger
Judy Ganey
November 30, 2011
Beth,
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of your husband's death. Call me if ever/when you feel like talking.
November 29, 2011
I knew Allen many years ago, hadn't seen him in awhile and was saddened to hear of his passing. I can remember sitiing up in his bedroom and listening to Led Zepplin and Country Joe McDonald albums. He was a freind I will remember. Wally (Twink's) Smith
Sherri Paolucci
November 28, 2011
Beth and Diane I am so sorry for your loss. I just found out today. I would have came to the visitation. I will remember him the way he was and could always make people and me smile even if i was having a bad day. My heart goes out to you. I'm always here for you all.
Gerry Geoppo
November 28, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. If you need anything please let us know.
-Geoppo Family
Richard McWard
November 28, 2011
Dear Beth & Craig Toberman
I have just heard the sad news.
May I add my sincere condolences to those of your many friends? I know there is not much one can say at a time like this, but you can take comfort in the knowledge that Allen had a full life and all of us that knew him benefitted from his love of helping people.
I knew Allen from his many years in the gran business, St. Louis Milling and Grain Club, Merchants Exchange of St. Louis and we will miss him but not forget his friendship.
Andy Nicks
November 28, 2011
I was out of town when I got the sad news of Allen's passing. Condolences to his family and many friends.
Kevin Kane
November 28, 2011
I will always remember the good times and laughs we had (and there were many). We worked and played softball together. I am richer for the times we shared. God Bless.
Morris Larson
November 28, 2011
condolences to your family from Elaine & I
Jon Edwards
November 28, 2011
Beth,
I can't express the sadness I feel upon learning of Allen's passing.
We missed seeing him at Dave's 60th "roast" birthday party & were really looking forward to seeing him this Saturday at the Annuual Milling & Grain Club dinner.
Allen was the most unique, up-beat & fun-loving guy I've ever met.
He will always be "Mr. Redbird" to me.
- Jon Edwards
St. Louis, MO
Patti Eiseman
November 28, 2011
It saddens me to know that Allen has left an empty space in his family's home.
He will forever be in their hearts and memories. Now, he resides in the eternal home surrounded by ultimate happiness...still smiling. I am an old friend that is grateful for having met him. He always "made me smile". My sincere thoughts and prayers are with his family and most particularly Craig.
May God bless all of you.
Patti Z. Eiseman
Rhonda Schmeder Evans
November 27, 2011
Beth,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I know how hard it is to lose a spouse. May God bless you with strength.
Mary Jill Roth
November 27, 2011
Beth, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know I am thinking of you and sending you healing thoughts.
Monica Lybarger
November 27, 2011
It will be the little things
that you will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles back again.
With Loving Memories. My sincere sympathies. May God Bless you in your time of sorrow.
Alicia Wohlgemuth Hodges
November 27, 2011
Dear Beth and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband and father.
Alicia Wohlgemuth Hodges
Anne Meyer-Thomure
November 27, 2011
Although I did not know Allen, I knew his dad - Mr. Macon - my dad would take my sister and I down to the grain company when he took a load of grain. Certainly a class family. My sincere sympathies to you and your family.
Andy Kinsella
November 27, 2011
Beth, Craig, & Diane,
What a great guy. I am so very sorry for you loss.
Carol Vincent Calvert
November 27, 2011
Beth, Craig, and Diane, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of playing softball with Allen and Marien when they visited Aunt Edith and Uncle Carl. Allen was always a lot of fun. May God bless you in your time of sorrow.
Nancy Drake-Rowan
November 27, 2011
Dear Beth and family,
I first was told a few weeks ago that Allen was ill. So sorry .
My thoughts and prayers are with you and family.I wish you comfort and peace at this sad and difficult time. He will be missed by so many.
Bobby Palmer
November 27, 2011
Alan was a dear friend to my dad and our family. He was always so upbeat and happy and was a big part of our lives. Love and support to Beth, Graig, Diane and the rest of your family. God bless AT.
JOSEPH AND GLENDA VASSEN
November 27, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Diane George-Jones
November 27, 2011
Diane,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your loss of Allen. I was so sorry to hear.
Sincerely,
Seán and Maryruth O'Hagan
November 27, 2011
Dear Beth: Please accept our deepest sympathies. Allen will always have a special place in our memories; he was a caring and thoughtful friend. With love, Seán and Maryruth (Young) O'Hagan
Stan Burcham
November 27, 2011
Beth,
I am so sorry to hear about Allen. Buying your house in Belleville came with the bonus of meeting Allen and you. Allen could always make me laugh and glad that I knew him. My wife, Kathy, and I send our condolences.
Wayne M LaQuet
November 27, 2011
Dear Beth,Craig and Diane,
I'm saddened to hear of Allen's death.I worked for him at Mascoutah Grain & Feed,then ConAgra,and Top Ag.We always had fun when he came around and he always had a smile on his face.He will not be forgotten!!
Jeremy Rosenstengel
November 27, 2011
I met Allen several years ago through a mutual friend Alan Begole. I was having a rough time with my health and was about to have heart surgery. I was extremely worried about the up coming event to take place the following week when Alan suggested I drive out to Lebanon and have lunch with his friend Allen. As it turned out Allen had just gone through the exact same proceedure at the same hospital with the same doctor I was about to undergo. Allen was kind enough, even though he did not know me, to meet with me for lunch and as it turned out stay there with me for the better part of 3 hours and walk me through every detail of the upcoming week. He was not only kind and giving of his time and his compassion but was a wonderful source of information and comfort to me in my time of need. I made it through my surgery and continued to meet with Allen every 6 months to a year to discuss our progress and just sit back and discuss our other mutual interest basketball. I would just like to thank his wife and family for sharing him with us and express to them the sincere heartfelt thank you to them for the kindness Allen expressed to a complete stranger and the warmth, compassion, and strenth he showed me in my hour of need. Thank you again and rest in peace my friend. I am stronger for having know you.
Jeremy Rosenstengel Belleville IL 62220
Mary Barger
November 27, 2011
Dear Beth, Craig and Diane,
I got to see Allen frequently at my (dental) office. He was always so friendly. I always asked about you three and I could see in his eyes how you meant the world to him. I was very sad to hear of his passing. I will miss him. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
November 27, 2011
Beth--I have known Allen through playing basketball with Allen for many years as teamate and opponet. He was always smiling and seemed to enjoy just being with all his friends at the MAC. We also saw each other and you at the Cardinal baseball games as we shared the same aisle at Busch II as well as at the new stadium. We will all miss being around Allen. Tom and DeDe Caspari
denise foutch
November 27, 2011
Dear Beth, I was shocked when my sister told me Allen's name was in the obituaries. I am so sorry to hear this dreadful news. I didn't know Allen very well, but every time i saw him, he was very friendly to me. i know Gary thought the world of him and they are together again. I know what you are going through, please call me if you ever want to talk. Allen will always be in your heart, until we all meet again. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May allen rest in peace.
pat griffith
November 26, 2011
Beth, my sympathies to you and your family, please let our thoughts and prayers comfort you at this time of sadness.
Bob jr Schmiskie
November 26, 2011
Dear Beth,Craig and Diane im sorry to hear of your loss .you have my sympathy and condolences I enjoyed working with allen up at the grain elevator .Lebanon and mascoutah one on main he always made it fun coming to work I remember he'd even get in the bin and help clean it. I enjoyed working for him .he will be missed dearly if you ever need anything please dont hesitate to call.
Barbara McGovern-Stempel
November 26, 2011
I had the gift from God to have known Allen for many many years. He was truly a gentleman in every sense of the word. He never failed to give me a hug when we would run into each other. He was an angel here on earth as he is now in heaven. This earth will never be the same without him. To the entire Toberman family, please accept my heartfelt sympathy. He will forever be watching and keeping you safe from above.
Cate Morgan
November 26, 2011
Beth, I am so sorry - - What a true gentlemen, always a warm smile, hug, friendly face - - I am honored to have called him my friend!
His absence will be profound!
May the love of friends and family give you the strength through this time of sorrow.
Love you, Cate
Ken (Duke) Duchnowski
November 26, 2011
Beth, Craig and Diane
You have lost a great husband, father and family member.He was always smiling. I will his "Dukaroo" when he called my name. The world has lost a great person. He was a friend and always will be a friend in my thoughts. Beth, if you ever need anything call and I will help to the best of my ability. Wow, what a lost
Duke
Howard & Mary Jane Hoenig
November 26, 2011
Beth
Am so sorry to hear about Allen. Please accept our sympathy. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
November 26, 2011
Beth, Craig. and Diane
Our thoughts and prayers are with you this holiday season and always. Allen will always be remembered for his smile and his friendship. He will be missed!
Sherry (Burris)and Ted Deets
November 26, 2011
Dear Beth and Craig.... Missy and I are so sorry for your loss. Allen was a great man and will be missed... He always had a smile.... Billy & Missy Riley
Willie Krug
November 26, 2011
I'm overwhelmed to hear of Allen's passing. I'll miss his laugh and the smile he always had. Beth, Craig, Diane...he always talked about you and was so proud of you all. He was absolutely one of a kind and the world won't be the same without him. I enjoyed working with him at Lebanon Grain for so many years but Allen always kept in touch after I left. I'll truly miss my good friend. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard of this and if there is anything I can do, please let me know.
November 26, 2011
Beth,Craig,Diane, family and friends:
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Allen was truly a special person. As many have already expressed, he had a way of making each and every person he met feel important. What a gift he had. It was a pleasure to be around him and I know he was a very special friend to so many. He will be dearly missed and will remain a positive, precious memory for us all.
Terry and Joyce Crouch
Mark Fletcher
November 26, 2011
Beth and Family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Alan and I have been good friends for many years and it makes me so sad to hear of this. We will keep you in prayers.
Mark Fletcher
Trina Lanius
November 26, 2011
Dear Beth, Craig and Diane, Heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Allen was a great man and a friend to so many. He will live on in our hearts.
November 26, 2011
Diane,Elizabeth, Craig & family, I am deeply saddened by the news of Allen's passing. Lynn & I will keep him & you in our prayers during this difficult time. I will miss his humor & wit. He was a great guy. Brett & Lynn Domescik
November 26, 2011
I am a high school classmate of Diane's and would like to extend my condolences to all of the family. So sorry to hear of your loss. God bless.
Mada Whitaker Bisso
Judy Pensoneau (Whittecar)
November 26, 2011
Dear Beth, Craig, and Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Allen's passing. Allen was a special man and I know the Gates swung open for him upon his arrival. He will be greatly missed.
November 26, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss.
Sam Henderson and David Czibik
Debbie Lillis
November 26, 2011
Dear Beth and Craig, please know that our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Allen was an amazing person and a friend to so many; his smile and laugh will be the things that we will remember. We know that you will keep his memories close to your hearts like so many of us will and remember this; if there truly is angles that walk the earth among us than Allen was one of them.
Pat Schmeder
November 26, 2011
Beth, As time passes, may you feel comforted by the love and support of all the people I have seen you help at the Heartlink Grief Program. I am one of those people. Love to you and yours.
Amy Suydam
November 26, 2011
I am sorry to hear of Allen's passing. He was a very personable guy and always fun to be around. I enjoyed working for him when he owned the Tropical Sno in Lebanon. RIP Allen
Jo Matecki
November 26, 2011
My Dear Friend Beth,
So very saddened to hear of Allen's passing...hold Craig tight...hold tight to the love and wonderful times...hold tight to God...
Sending Strength & Prayers...
Karen Horvath
November 26, 2011
Dear Beth and family, my heart is very sad that the nicest man in the world is no longer with us. Beth you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe & Joan English
November 26, 2011
Beth, Craig, and Diane - we will certainly miss Allen, he was a long time friend, and while he always has a smile on his face he always put a smile on mine
Deepest Sympathies
Jeff and Janet Santen
November 26, 2011
Dear Beth, Craig, and Diane; Janet and I want to offer our sincere sympathy at the loss of your beloved Allen! He was a special person to so many other people as well, including Janet and Myself. Praying for your strength. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. He'll live in our hearts forever.
Lisa Sheehy- Cunetto
November 26, 2011
Beth & Craig- we are overwhelmed with sadness with the loss of losing Allen. Sending you strength, love and peace. Dylan Piece, Casey Pierce & Lisa Sheehy Cunetto
Dale and Rhonda Joyce
November 26, 2011
Our hearts are broken and it is hard to even know what to say, but the love of our family and friends will strengthen us each and every moment.....
Gregg and Deborah Gregory
November 26, 2011
Dear Beth, Craig, Diane, we want to offer our heartfelt condolences to you. We know Allen was everything to you. He was a dear friend to us and we are devastated by his passing. We are holding you tight in our hearts.
Rick & Sue Orelt
November 26, 2011
Eternal rest grant unto him oh Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace in your heavenly peace and love. Amen.
Rick & Sue Orelt
November 26, 2011
A better man this world has not known, than my friend Allen Toberman. Allen was always and forever warm, welcoming and had a smile on his face. He never met a stranger, and always welcomed you with a big hug and compliment. I'm filled with pride to say Allen was my friend. He will be missed by so many friends and family but especially his wife, Beth, and son, Craig, who loved and adored him I've been praying for my friend night and day since I heard the news and am confident he is with the Lord telling him "You're The Best"! ETERNAL REST GRANT UPON HIM OH LORD, AND LET PERPETUAL LIGHT SHINE UPON HIM. MAY HE REST IN YOUR HEAVENLY PEACE AND LOVE. AMEN.
Rick & Sue Orelt
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