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1961
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2024
Toby Keith Obituary
Toby Keith was one of the top stars in country music, selling over 40 million albums and best known for such singles as "How Do You Like Me Now?!" and "As Good as I Once Was."
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Judy
July 4, 2025
The Greatest Country Singer who loved his Family,God and Country.Today is a great Day to celebrate his music and the songs he wrote for our Men,Women in the Military.Happy 4th of July in Heaven.
Cora
July 4, 2025
For today the perfect song that Toby Keith wrote is Red, White, Blue He was a True American and made sure all the troops, men and women knew that he was a True American Man. Today on the 4th of July God bless you all RIP Toby Keith you are Singing to us from the heavens and you will never be forgotten.
Joanne Floyd
July 3, 2025
When God created this magnificent man He threw away the mold because there will never be another man to fill his boots, walk his walk or sing as he did or live life as it should be raising family, loving his wife, true to his faith in God and stealing all hearts around the world. I love Toby now and forever
Cora
June 19, 2025
Toby was amazing Family man and Father, Awesome Country Singer, Song Writer. He would Sing for the Men and Women that severed our Country to Make sure they have had a great time. Because Toby was amazing that kind of person that Sang for Everyone in the world and is still is. Miss you. Big Dog
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Debbie Ellison
June 17, 2025
Toby Keith is a great country singer. I play his music everyday. And in the pickup truck I listened to his music too. Toby is miss. God bless and Rest in peace. May the guardian angel watch over you.
Arlyn Miller
June 15, 2025
Happy Father´s Day in heaven Toby
ace walker hopp
June 3, 2025
I will miss u
Bobby G Wood II
June 3, 2025
My Aunt and Uncle went to Hollywood Corners With Toby after an Oklahoma game, wich our family grew up with Toby's, as kids. I would also go see him there when he played, he would then walk around like everyone was family chit chatting with him, like no big deal! This is what set him apart from other Country Artists, cause to Him he was just an ole country boy, never better than anyone else! Love you TK
Toby roop
June 2, 2025
Toby Keith was the best songwriter country artist whenever I listened to him in the car it would always not make me sad whenever I was sad I would listen to the songs
Natasha Slee
May 30, 2025
Thank you for the phenomenal country music! Rest in paradise Mr.Keith
Donna F Robertson
May 27, 2025
I loved Toby Keith, from the first song to the last. I cried so hard like I lost the whole world. He will be deeply miss.
Brittany Mccreary
May 27, 2025
My name is Brittany I´m from Dayton Ohio I grew up with Toby Keith music in the 90s so many great hits a great person and one of the best country male singers of the 90s rest in peace to a country legend gone too soon!
Margaret Wells
May 26, 2025
I will never forget him, his music and his songs. I think my favorite is "The Red White and Blue" song ~ done after the planes flew into the twin towers in NY on 9-11-2001. I sure do miss him.
Cora
May 26, 2025
Thanks to All the Men and Women who Served and are Still Serving. God bless you all on this Day Keeping Our Country Safe! Toby Keith was a great man that Really made sure that all the Men and Women that were serving got to see him, and knew that he really appreciate them all for what they do every day.. Toby Keith You will never be forgotten. RIP Big Dog.
Landon akin
May 25, 2025
I love ya bud we all miss you buddy hope your drinking out of your red solo cup
Sheri
February 20, 2025
I saw Toby the 1st time in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He was starting out. That's all it took and I was hooked for lift. I got his autograph as he was leaving the stage. My most prize position. I was blessed to see him 3 more times. Such a great man. My heart still feels broken for his family.
Thank you for sharing your son, dad,brother and grandpa with me.
So sing it sweet in heaven cowboy.
Vivian Geiger
February 20, 2025
After one year. Ago I still miss him so much for I know there won't be anther Toby Keith and a hard working man. All I know he was the best sexy man and I'm sorry I love you
Mary Lockhart
February 19, 2025
My heart broke when I found out that Toby had passed. I went to see him in concert every time he came to Maine and I was in his Fan Club for a few years and I miss him! I will always listen to his music for the rest of my days as he was and still is my Favorite Male Country Singer and Songwriter. My Heart goes out to the Family, and know my thoughts and Prayers are with you always. Love him forever! Mary Lockhart
J.K.
February 9, 2025
May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending sincere condolences and prayers to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. Please take comfort in knowing that he touched the lives of so many.
Karen rea
February 8, 2025
I seen toby in concert in st Louis loved it it was wonderful just like he is
Tina M Reynolds
February 6, 2025
When Toby first appeared on CMT how great his music is and he was always smiling and having fun with his music his family and fansAnd friends RIH Toby from your long time fan miss you not making music anymore but I believe God has his reasons for taking you so soon been a year since you been gone again thanks for your great music!
Tammy Behnke
February 6, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Tammy Behnke
February 6, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Linda Kelly
February 5, 2025
One year ago today The Good Lord took you home I still listen to your songs and even though you are no longer with us your music will live on in our hearts forever Linda kelly
Dronda S Coomes
February 5, 2025
It's so hard to believe it has been a year since you left all of us including your family. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. Rest in peace Toby and know you are loved and missed
Arlyn Miller
February 5, 2025
I can't believe its been 1 year since Toby got his angel wings. Sending hugs and prayers to his family. I can't imagine what sorrow their going thru. Just remember you have you own special Amgel watching over you. Than goodness we have his music to keep him close. Here´s love to his family.
Arlyn Miller
February 5, 2025
I can t believe its been 1 year since Toby got his
Angel Wings. I'm sending hugs and prayers to his family. I know its been a hard thing to have to cope with losing someone so dear to you. Just know he's watching over you. He´ll always
Be in your heart. I listen to him everyday. I thank God we have his music to keep home near. RIP Toby forever in our
Cora
January 25, 2025
I remember when Toby, first started out, I have watched him ever since. He has been a True American Country Singer from the Start! He really sang from the and for music that he had. He took himself to the troops and soldiers and made them feel like they were special people for keeping our country safe. Toby was and always well be remembered and The Big Dog Daddy of Country Music. RIP Toby
You well be missed by your friends, family, band members, and your very special fans that seen you started out from the Start. You always in my prayers for your family and friends and Toby.
P. J. Monkres
January 24, 2025
Toby, I´m so sad that you left us all way too soon. I loved your music and your beautiful spirit. I´m just so sad that I never got a chance to meet you in person. Hopefully some day when the Lord calls my name we can meet in Heaven. Thanks for sharing your gift of music with us. You sure made an impact on my like Cowboy
Charlotte Griffey
January 19, 2025
Toby Keith was my childhood...His song "He ain't worth missing" literally saved my life. He is now and forever with be one of my all time favorites...I love and miss you Toby...
Debbie Ellison
January 17, 2025
Toby Keith is miss so much
I love all his music and I play his music everyday. God bless Toby.
Pamela Van
January 15, 2025
I miss you toby, I miss you singing your songs. I recorded your 35 mph concert on tv last year. I lost my husband 3 years ago to pancreatic cancer. Sympathy to your family. You are missed.
Addie
January 13, 2025
Thank You for being such a good singer. You brought so much Joy to my family, especially my mom.
Wanda Knowlton
January 1, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Vicki Robertson
January 1, 2025
Toby Keith is my second cousin. I love his country songs all of them.
Kathy Andrews
December 29, 2024
I sure do miss Toby. I think of him often. I thought of his family on Thanksgiving and Christmas, their first holidays without him. Toby never forgot his roots. Thank you Toby for sharing your time, talent and resources. You were truly one of a kind.
Rebecca Lynch
December 28, 2024
R.I.P. /R.I.P. Toby Keith and I will keep you in my prayers and in my thoughts forever. Plus you may be gone from earth but God has gained another Angel.
Robert Cameron
December 27, 2024
Toby creativity, his songwriting, singing, fronting the Easy Money Band affected me greatly but what he did in his charity and philanthropic work is an example for us all.
Marie Robinson
December 12, 2024
I listen over and over currently to Toby´s `Christmas to Christmas´ cd. He is often in my thoughts. Saw Toby in concert a few times. He is my ultimate,favorite forever performer! Rest in peace,Toby. I miss you
Cora
November 16, 2024
Toby was always a true American. He always traveled all over the for the troops and Soldiers to make them feel That really did a great thing by saving our Country and always put on a special concert for them.
Cora
November 16, 2024
Watching him on TV. Seeing him Concert with Tracy Adkins and getting my brother in law up on stage to meet him. What a wonderful person is was and how much he will be missed from, family, friends, band members, anyone who knew him. RIP Toby you will always be remembered as the best Country singer of all time.
Brent Robinson
November 14, 2024
Listening to his song I should´ve been a cowboy with my older brother who passed away three years ago
Addison
October 22, 2024
My first memory of Toby was sitting in my dad's old beat up truck and the song "Courtesy of The Red White and Blue"came on. Since then, I have followed Toby's career, you will be missed. <3
Donna Poch
October 19, 2024
Just watched the 2 hour Toby Keith tribute that I had on DVR and it was so emotional and a tribute He deserved... Sympathies to his wife and kids. It was awesome that they were there and Crystal singing Don´t let the Old Man In must of been hard to sing... Toby you will be missed but we have your songs to listen...
Dejah Hano
October 18, 2024
Rest In Peace Toby Keith you will always be an inspiration to everyone and never be forgotten
Dejah Hano
October 18, 2024
I give all of my prayer's to his family and friends and the people closest to him he was a truly amazing singer and will never be forgotten, and one of my favorite songs by this legend is Red solo cup i went home the day he died and just played the same thing over and over i will never forget how much of an inspiration to so many
Leslie Redaway
October 15, 2024
Rest In Heaven
Karen walker
October 13, 2024
Absolutely a wonderful human being singer song writer rest in peace. God bless your family. Love from Australia
Debbie Ellison
October 12, 2024
I miss seeing Toby Keith at the CMT Award on TV. I always listen to Toby Keith music at home.
God bless Toby Keith you are missed by so many country fans.
Kathy Holifield
October 10, 2024
Still missing him like crazy and I don't even know him personally. I feel so bad for his family
Lee Davis
October 8, 2024
Toby I saw at Blossoms in Akron Oh when you brought a young child on stage to sing with you, not only did you make the little boys day you seemed to enjoy it just as much as he did. I absolutely loved your songs your lyrics were amazing your love for this country and not apologizing for it I stood along side your beliefs and was so proud. May your beautiful soul be singing in heaven. My deepest sympathy first for your family and friends .... and all your fans
Eian Chad Still
September 11, 2024
Toby Keith Always Wears Bandanas & Baseball Caps & Hats
Tina Reynolds
September 8, 2024
Toby Keith was always a great singer from day one and now he's gone to heaven and I know all the us fans and friends miss him and his music but I pray for his family couse it hurts them the worst prayers for his wife and his kids to be a to cope with this and move on with their lives ;
Marjorie Emerson
September 7, 2024
Toby Keith you are deeply missed. So Sorry for your family loss.
Tina Reynolds
September 3, 2024
The first memory I have of Toby Keith is when he was on a country music station singing I should have been a cowboy or how do you like me now! Miss Toby Keith and hearing his new music on the radio! Rip legend who's gone but not forgotten
Linds skinner
September 3, 2024
He's a great singer gonna miss him
Tina Reynolds
September 3, 2024
It was very sad to hear that such a great spirited person like Toby Keith has passed away I remember watching him sing in the 90s great Singer gone to soon RIH Toby Keith you are missed by family and friends and so many fans!
Dove
September 2, 2024
Cried watching the American Icon Tribute.
The World lost a great man. Your music and memories will live on forever. Rest in Eternal Peace Toby.
Ellen Brink
September 2, 2024
miss him so much . He was a great man and a true American who had music that made you happy . So happy I was able to fly and see him in vegas . He sounded perfect as he always has . But I new when I seen his physical appearance I was saying good bye to my favorite Country star . No one can top him . He was the best in so many Ways. Wish I had the pleasure to meet him
Dickerson Mary
September 1, 2024
Toby you were one of a kind and my favorite solo artist. I probably seen you between 20 and 25 times in concert and was hoping to see you a few more times but unfortunately that never happened. My condolences to your wife, children, band and family. You BIG DOGG will never be forgotten
Radica Bahmer
September 1, 2024
His music was exceptional, he was a wonderful country singer RIP
Robie Cain
August 31, 2024
I was really sorry to hear about the passing of Toby Keith.. He was a great singer and song writer. He always put on great shows although I never got to see him in concert. I sure wish I had . He will be greatly missed by so many people.. I watched the Toby Keith Icon Tribute on Wed was me cried just about thru the whole thing.. It still brings tears to my eyes when I listen to him and watch videos of him.. It's just so hard to believe he is gone.. But never forgotten.. Rest in eternal peace Toby and know we all love you and miss you terriblely..
MH
August 30, 2024
My heartfelt condolences are with his beautiful wife and children. He was quite the songwriter and fun entertainer. Hard to pick a favorite Toby song, but loved his soft side, "Dream Walkin', ""We were in Love", "Blue Moon", "You Shouldn't Kiss Me Like This", Cryin" for Me", "Wish I Didn't Know Now", "He Ain't Worth Missin'" Favs..."Beer For My Horses", "Whiskey Girl", "Shut up and Hold On" he could sing anything.
So fortunate to see him own the stage a few times. Lovrd his signature "stomp".
Thanks for a lifetime of great music, so missed.
Rest in eternal peace, Toby!
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Bev Page
August 30, 2024
Great American man husband father friend!
Dronda S Coomes
August 30, 2024
I watched the American icon tribute to Toby yesterday and I cried during it. You would have been proud at what they said and them singing your songs. Krystal did an amazing job on Don't let the old man in. It was an awesome tribute to y Toby love and miss you RIP just know every one will always love you
Sabrina Green
August 29, 2024
Going to his concerts at the Mississippi Valley Fair Grounds.
Judy Machynski
August 29, 2024
What a great Singer and song writer. Loved all of his songs.My favorite is Look at Me Now got me thru a terrible divorce and gave me hope.I never got to see him in person even tho I lived in Nashville and saw many.But my all time favorite Toby .Such a wonderful man with a golden heart.Will never Be Another.Rest In Peace
Judy G. Machynski
Sherry Tomassi
August 29, 2024
In Memory of the World's Greatest Country Singer Toby Keith. Before the song Red Solo Cup came out. My Cousin Claudia and I always drank our soda etc out of a Red Solo Cup back then we never thought nothing of it. Now when we still drink out of our Red Solo Cup we look at that Cup a lot different now. I love all Toby Keith's songs I have all his CD'S I listened to his music for many years and will continue too. My favorite song is How do you like me now and Me Too. May you rest in peace Toby in heaven. I never got to see you in person but who knows maybe someday I just might in heaven.
Cora
August 29, 2024
I loved watching all country music stars. Singing all of Toby Keith Songs. It was totally amazing Show. The videos and pictures that they shared and talked about Toby was a 100 percent amazing show and seeing his family and band. Rip Toby your music still is playing my friend
Michele Schneider
August 28, 2024
As a mother of Army Soldiers, I too see things so differently. My son´s favorite song by Toby is Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue. My son is An American Soldier. Toby Keith will forever be Our American Hero. The way he loved and supported our troops. Love you Toby Keith. Gone but NEVER Forgotten
Jill Whitson
August 28, 2024
Miss u terrible Ilove Krystal Keith met her and saw her bus Daddy Dance with me
Dalton Thibodeaux
August 27, 2024
My first memory was when he came to Manhattan Kansas. The concert was called Country Stampede at Tuttle Creek. We buried my dad that day. My husband was working security at the event. He was able to get me in to see Toby. He even wore a Kansas State jersey. My favorite song is "We were in love". Thinking back 26 years ago, he played that song at the concert. I have many regrets. Due to many factors in my life, I was unable to see him in concert again. Thank you Toby for being an American hero.
Linds skinner
August 22, 2024
His songs especially the one he sings with his daughter I miss seeing him on TV he's a great person and singer you will be miss.
Wanda Knowlton
August 22, 2024
The love of friends and family carry you through your grief. God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Wanda Knowlton
August 21, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Thaddeus Ahrens
August 4, 2024
My parents used to tell me when I was a kid about how much I loved "I wanna talk about me" and how I would try to sing it but I didn't know all the words so i would just mumble random words and try to sing along. Toby Keith has always been my favorite country artist, and my biggest regret is not going to see him live when I was Stationed in California as a Marine. His songs always get me through a tough day and you can bet that when I have kids of my own I will share his music with them and make sure they cherish his music the same way I do. Rest in Peace Toby. I Hope I'll get to meet you when the Good Lord calls my name. I pray for nothing but the best for the family you have left behind
Lillie hoffman
July 27, 2024
His music and TV showes
June M Crye
July 22, 2024
meeting him at a meet and greet i was star struck he was down to earth.
Regina Davis
July 10, 2024
Toby was my favorite singer. He will be missed by so many fans. I named my dog Toby Keith he was 15years old when I had to have him put to sleep three years ago he had bone cancer. Prayers are with the family and friends and other fans like me. I have my Red Solo cup. RIP and your music will live forever.
Debbie Ellison
July 10, 2024
Happy Birthday In heaven Toby. Your music will continue to play and you will always be in our prayers always.
Debbie Ellison
Diane Niemann
July 10, 2024
I wasn´t able to go to your concerts but your cd is in my car and plays every day I go to work. Let´s get drunk and be somebody is my get going for the day. It´s a fun song and gets me in the mood for a day of work. I´m 74 and I just love Toby´s music. Happy belated birthday in Heaven!!!
Sherry Cordle
July 9, 2024
Live life the way you want,you do you.March to the beat of your own drum like Toby. Happy Heavenly Birthday to Big Dog Daddy.Pray you are celebrating with the angels up above.
Brennen Garcia
July 8, 2024
Happy Heavenly Birthday Toby Keith
We will missed you
Kyler Fischer
July 8, 2024
I didn't get to see you wonderful person I love your music I miss see you concert Rip Toby keith
Makayla Latocha (WV Fan)
June 22, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. I love your music and will miss seeing you in concert
RIP Toby Keith
Debbie Stout
June 9, 2024
I remember first falling for Toby when he sang the channel 9 news song when he was first starting out.Started following you after that.You were a wonderful example.Great husband, father,human being.Miss you so much
Laura woodall
June 7, 2024
Even after 2 months it's still hard to believe he's gone. Seen him in concert 12 times and I would have went 12 more. Miss you forever. Listen to your music daily. I hope your family is doing good
Deborah
June 4, 2024
I watch broken bridges and think about the beautiful love you shred with I love your music your music made me happy
Preston Buss
June 4, 2024
His patriotism he shared with the world
Paula (Fan from Texas)
June 4, 2024
I still can´t believe that you are gone. I loved your music and everything that you stood for. I followed you everyday on Instagram and loved hearing about you and your life and the great things you achieved in your life. You were an inspiration to me and I hate I never got the chance to meet you. I felt like I knew you though and grew to love you over the years. My heart is Broken that you´re not here anymore, but you will always have a special place in my heart. I know you had a tough ride with Cancer. I´m sorry you had to endure the pain of that horrible disease. Thank you for touching my life with your music, positive attitude and inspiring me and never giving up. You were a Strong Man. I pray for your dear family that God will encircle them in his loving arms and heal their broken hearts with his love.
Kassie Lobell
June 3, 2024
I Am A Big Fan of Toby Keith I Haven´t Been To Toby Keith Concert I Really Want To Go To Toby Keith Concert Before Toby Keith Passed Away February 5th 2024 Toby Keith Birthday July 8th Happy Birthday up in Heaven I´m Going To Miss You Toby Keith We All Going To Miss You i Watch You´re Moive Broken Bridges i Buy You´re CD At Walmart i Got You´re CD
Cora
May 27, 2024
Love when Toby would visit all the troops and all the soldiers everywhere, and and his beautiful music Red, what, blue . Made in America. Always will be a True American!!! He's Singing in the Heavens with everyone now. Toby Keith American made all the way. Always will be remembered as a American country Singer #1 in my Head forever. Toby Keith miss you God bless you and your family and friends and Band Members.
Dronda Coomes
May 26, 2024
Listening to Toby Keith music brings comfort to me. It's like he is still here with us. I miss you R.I.P
Ryan. Caricofe
May 23, 2024
I. Do. Miss. Toby. Keith. All. The. Time. Too. From. Ryan. From. Orrville. Ohio
Ryan. Caricofe
May 23, 2024
I. Do. Miss. Toby. Keith. It. Was. Good. Meet. Him. Too. From Ryan.
Tammy Braden
May 20, 2024
Heaven is having a huge party with Toby and Jimmy Buffett behind those pearly gates. Toby will live on with his music. God bless your family in your time of grief.
Wayne abbott
May 18, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
May 16, 2024
I never listen to country until Toby sang what a star that will shine forever!!!!
John Weber
May 16, 2024
You were my favorite country singer and always will be. Rest in peace Toby!
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