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EMMA TOLER Obituary
"Emma" Frances Bennett Toler, 86, of 108 Berkley Street, Danville, VA died Sunday, January 29, 2012 at Roman Eagle Nursing Home, Danville. She was born September 6, 1925 in Pittsylvania County to the late John O. Bennett and the late Ethel Mae Hedrick Bennett. Frances graduated from Callands High School and Lynchburg Business College. She was married to the late Verlie Edward Toler. Mrs. Toler was a member of Schoolfield Baptist Church. She worked as a production scheduler for Dan River Mills, Inc. and Butch's auto repair. Frances is survived by two daughters; Kaye Jones and husband "Butch" and Ruth Toler all of Danville: two sons; Ed Toler and wife Bonnie of Martinsville, VA and John B. Toler and wife Terry Lee of Danville: seven grandchildren; Mark Jones and wife Laura, Keith Jones and wife Debra, Lane Toler, Jennifer Scarce and husband Cal, Rachel Stroupe and husband David, John Toler II, Sonnie Brown and Jeff Brown and wife Carrie, and six Great-Grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 3:00 pm, Wednesday February 1, 2012 at Norris Funeral Services, Inc., West End Chapel, 511 Church Ave., Danville, VA with the Rev. David Turbyfill officiating. Interment will follow at Danville memorial Gardens, Danville, VA. The family will receive friends 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Wednesday, February 1, 2012 prior to the service at Norris Funeral Service, Inc., West End Chapel and other times at the daughters "Kaye Jones" home 8921 Martinsville Hwy, Danville, VA. Memorial donations may be made to the Danville Cancer Association, 2323 Riverside Drive, Danville, VA Schoolfield Baptist Church, 17 Schoolfield Drive, Danville, VA or the Danville Humane Society, PO Box 3352, Danville, VA 24543. Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, West End Chapel, 511 Church Ave. Danville is serving the Toler family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com.
Memories and Condolences
for EMMA TOLER
Lisa Minter
February 8, 2012
Ruth, so sorry to hear about your Mother. You and your family are in my prayers.
Miss you.
Mark Roach
February 2, 2012
Ruth and family....so very sorry for the loss of your Mother....praying for you all.....
Jeanette Hughes
February 2, 2012
Kaye, I was sorry to read about your mother's death, you and your family are in my prayers. Losing your mother is hard but the Lord will carry you through.
Donna Huff
February 1, 2012
Ruth, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I will be praying for you and your family.
Debra Roach
February 1, 2012
Ruth, sorry to hear about your Mom. Love and miss you.
Lisa Adkins
February 1, 2012
Kaye, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My prayers are with you. God bless you and your family.
February 1, 2012
Bennie, So sorry to hear the loss of your Mom. I know it is a tough time but I hope the fellowship of friends and family will comfort you in this difficult and sad time. God Bless you and your family
Selena Reynolds
February 1, 2012
Ruth, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jonnie Giles McDowell
February 1, 2012
Kaye and Family, wanted you to know that I was thinking of you !! Deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother !! I will always remember her from Dan River !! She was a lovely person with a heart of gold !! So sorry that she has passed !! I hope wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time .I have fond memories of her and will cherish the fact that I knew her and worked with her , along with so many good people !! God be with all of you !!
Bobby & Alda Draper
January 31, 2012
Ed, Bonnie, and family,
We have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Danny & Rhonda Robertson
January 31, 2012
Benny, so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Elaine & Tommy McGee
January 31, 2012
Kaye, so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Our prayers are with you at this time & the days to come. Love & miss you!!!
January 31, 2012
Kaye and Ruth.......So sad to read of your mom's death. She was one sweet lady. Got to know her many years ago as she was one of our favorite customers at the bread store.Praying that our LORD will give you comfort and peace in the days ahead. Carolyn Megginson
Doug Scearce
January 31, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
January 31, 2012
Kaye, So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Keith told me yesterday at the shop. That's where I met your Mom and what a delight she was. Such a sharp mind and pleasant manner. What a beautiful lady! Keeping you in my prayers during this sad time. Nancy Moore (Mrs. Ruben)
Kathy McCarty
January 31, 2012
Kaye, Ruth and family my thoughts and prayers are with you. Mrs. Toler was very sweet and a strong lady. I will never forget her takeing Ruth and I to to get some ice cream at the store where Piney Forest Jewelers is. I thought it was way cool cause my Mom didn't drive. If there is anything I can do let me know.
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