Alvin D. Toney Sr.

Sgt. Alvin D. Toney, Sr. (Retired)

Massachusetts State Police, Troop C

10/07/1950 - 03/07/2025

Honoring His Legacy and Strength

(In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions through FundtheFirst, First Responders.)

A remarkable man who taught us resilience, humor, and the importance of always finding a way forward.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sgt. Alvin D. Toney, Sr. MSP (Retired), a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, who peacefully passed away on March 7, 2025, at the age of 74 in Orange Park, FL.

Born in Worcester, MA, Sgt. Toney served with dedication in the Massachusetts State Police for 36 years, protecting and serving his community with unwavering integrity. He was incredibly committed to learning and personal growth. Alvin earned several degrees in Criminology and Psychology from Quinsigamond Community College, Worcester State College, Assumption College, and Anna Maria College.

Beyond his law enforcement career, he was enthusiastic about educating others. He spent over 20 years as an Adjunct Faculty member in Criminal Justice at Quinsigamond Community College, where he mentored and shaped thousands of future professionals in the field.

Outside of work, Alvin enjoyed studying history, traveling, football, spending time at the beach, swimming, working out at the gym, and going to the shooting range. Most importantly, he cherished moments with his family, especially his grandchildren. His kindness, generosity, compelling storytelling, and sharp humor left an indelible mark on everyone who knew him.

Alvin is predeceased by his parents Albert Sr. and Katherine, his three siblings Alberta, Kevin, and William, and his nephew Eric of Worcester, MA. Alvin has one surviving sibling, three children, eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren, one godchild and spent his life building an impressive legacy for his family.

Alvin is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Felicita; children and their spouses, Angie and Dan, Alvin and Preteena, and Katherine II; sibling Albert Jr. (Deborah); grandchildren, Meghan, Alyssa, Tian, Givon, Giann, Aidan, Alvin III, and Alvin G.; great grandchildren, Vivian and Abigail; Nieces and Nephews, Jimmy (Linda), Tyrone (Lisa), Todd, Brandon (Jemila), Albert III (Keith), Chris, and Kimberly; Godson David and family Pam, Reed, Thomasina, Kora, Joshua, Tabitha, Connor, and Nancy who endeared him lovingly as Uncle Al.

A funeral service to honor Alvin's life will be held at Mary Queen of Haven Catholic Church, 9401 Staples Mill Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32244, Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM. A reception will be hosted following the service where family and friends can share their favorite "Al Toney" moments and stories.

Virtual attendance for the funeral service can be accessed by Zoom. For the zoom link email altoneysrlegacy@gmail.com

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to assist with memorial expenses through FundtheFirst, First Responders, In Loving Memory of Sgt. Alvin D. Toney Sr. - Support His Family in This Difficult Time. https://fundthefirst.com/campaign/in-loving-memory-of-sgt-alvin-d-toney-sr-support-his-family-in-this-difficult-time-bef1ob

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Al's Favorite Quotes:

"Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country."

~ President John F. Kennedy

"The time is always right to do what is right." ~ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

"Sometimes doing your best is not good enough. Sometimes you must do what is required." ~ Winston Churchill

"The future doesn't belong to the light-hearted. It belongs to the brave."

~ President Ronald Reagan