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William S "Will" O'Toole
1970 - 2019
William S "Will" O'Toole
1970 - 2019
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BORN
1970
DIED
2019
William O'Toole Obituary
He was born June 12, 1970, in Wichita, KS, the son of William B. "Bill" O'Toole and Pauline "Ruth" (Merrigan) O'Toole. Will graduated from AuSable Valley Central School in Clintonville, NY, in 1989.
Will worked for Boeing Aerospace in Logistics for 21 years in San Antonio, TX.
More than anything, we remember Will's smile, raised eyebrow looks, silly faces, and teasing. He adored his children and family. We also remember the quirky things that made him so special. He loved a good joke, imitating accents, drinking scalding hot coffee and a good beer or Margarita. He loved his friends, cats and dogs, fishing, tending to four fish tanks, riding his Harley-Davidson, playing video games, watching cooking shows and cooking, gardening, baking and rafting the Comal River.
He is survived by his father and step-mother, Bill and Roxanne O'Toole of Choctaw, OK; his mother, Ruth O'Toole of Milford, DE; beloved children, daughter, True Olivia Brean O'Toole and son, Liam Campbell O'Toole of San Antonio, TX; his sister, Erin O'Toole-Trivas, her husband, Mitchell; and his nephews, Jack and Ben, of Towson, MD; his stepsister, Marcia Smith of Choctaw, OK; his stepbrother, Steven Floyd, of Warsaw, MO; his aunts, Christine Cox, of Girard, KS, Maureen Wilson of Flemington, NJ, Gail Baugh of Jacksonville, FL; his uncles, James (Margaret Ann) O'Toole, of Girard, KS, Edward (Betty) O'Toole of Bedford, TX, Ronald (Norita) O'Toole of McCune, KS, Steven (Susan) O'Toole, of Girard, KS, Timothy O'Toole, of Girard, KS, Michael (Kathy) O'Toole, of Girard, KS; William (Edith) Merrigan, of Mashpee, MA; and Kevin Merrigan of Mashpee, MA; and many beloved cousins and friends.
Will was preceded in death by his grandparents, L. Sylvester and Helen L. O'Toole, Dorothy R. and William H. Merrigan.
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday (July 11) at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Girard, Kansas with Fr. Floyd McKinney as celebrant. He will be laid to rest at the St. Aloysius Cemetery in Greenbush, KS. A rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday at St. Michael's Catholic Church. The family will receive friends following the rosary until 8:00 p.m. The family suggests memorials be given to St. Aloysius Historical Society. These may be left at the church or mailed to the Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762. Friends may also leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS.
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Deron Edens
July 11, 2019
Dude, brochacho, brother from another mother. I will miss you and getting into trouble drinking Ritas on a river or in Paradise Canyon. Will miss you at our family's events, birthdays and holidays. I forgive you for being a Steelers fan, you can't be perfect. I will miss the forever late night Xbox Halo games on single Dad nights and being my tireless right hand man on weekend side jobs. You are one of a kind and irreplaceable. I cannot think of a world without you but I know where you are now, and look forward to seeing you again. RIP.
Angela Edens
July 10, 2019
Will was my husbands best friend of 18 years, and therefore part of our family. He and his children were around for every event, Fathers Day, Easter etc.
I'm shocked and sad that you're gone and still can't wrap my brain around it when we just spoke to you that morning to finalize our plans for 4th of July.
We're going to miss your laugh, smile, quirky jokes and your amazing cake baking skills.
We promise to look after your kiddos and be there for them.
You will he missed but definitely not forgotten. Rest In Peace friend.
Eric Modkins
July 9, 2019
Prayers to Will's family at this difficult time. It was a pleasure to work with Will at Boeing and pick his brain every now and then when we crossed paths.
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Michael Ryan
July 8, 2019
Bill, so sorry to hear of Will's passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and friends during this difficult time.
Donna Flathers-Goulette
July 7, 2019
I am so sorry to hear this. I can't even imagine the emotion you are feeling. Losing a family member is hard but losing your Son is devastating. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family for comfort and healing.
Roland Vasquez
July 6, 2019
Will was one of those guys that everyone liked. I first met him back in the early 2000's at Boeing. When my son went to college in upstate New York, Will put me at ease on the landscape and surroundings of the area where he told me he grew up at. Will was and will always be one of the coolest guys I ever knew and a great friend while I was at Boeing. Rest in peace brother.Roland Vasquez
Yvonne Bezio
July 6, 2019
So sorry to hear this sad news. I remember him as being a funny little boy. Sending prayers to all.
Sylvia
July 6, 2019
My heartfelt condolences to the family. May the God who binds up the broken hearted and comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2 Jeremiah 29:11,12
Cindy Ruiz
July 6, 2019
Prayers and hugs to Will's children, family and friends. We will miss you so very much. He was such a beautiful, kind soul. ❤
Joy Brun
July 6, 2019
You left this world way too soon. Heartfelt sympathy for your family who loved you so much. RIP Will.
Jane Zanchelli
July 6, 2019
I have no words. I am so very sorry .This is an unbearable loss.You are in my prayers.
Taylor Trivas
July 6, 2019
Uncle Will was an amazing man. He always kept me smiling Fly High Uncle Will
Penelope Martin-Knox
July 6, 2019
Erin,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Condolences to you during your time of need. Be blessed.
Fondly,
Eric & Penelope Martin-Knox
Patricia Delamater (Dudley)
July 6, 2019
Oh, I'm so very sorry. I haven't seen him since he was in school delivering our newspaper faithfully every morning. So dependable; he always left a wonderfully warm, happy feeling. Such a painful loss for all.
Chantelle Messina Stoner
July 6, 2019
During the brief time my husband and I lived in Lusby Maryland we became fast friends with Will and his family. Will was delightful-warm,caring,hilarious, witty and joyful. He fished with my husband and enjoyed working in our community garden. During an evacaution when hurricane Irene ravaged our town, Will and his family invited me and my 2 dogs to stay with them. He made me feel welcomed,safe and of course provided plenty of comic relief. Dearest Will, Eric and Chantelle Stoner love you and miss you. You are in our prayers and will always remain in our thoughts. Thank you, for touching our lives. We look forward to laughing with you in heaven.
Susan (McNierney) Richards
July 6, 2019
May God bless Willie's family and friends during this difficult time! I was four years younger than Will when we attended AVCS. He was a bright light! He made everyone around him smile! He touched so many peoples lives, he will never be forgotten.
Jack Boyd
July 6, 2019
May God Bless his family. I worked with his dad for years.
Dan Weidenkeller
July 6, 2019
Will,I can only imagine the smile on your face after hearing, well done my son. Pray for us.
Richard Frye
July 5, 2019
Will was a Great person and co-worker. Lifting up prayers for his family.
Kristine Dwyer - Devlin
July 5, 2019
So sorry to hear of Willie's passing. He and Erin used to babysit my brother Eric and I. I will always remember him for pranking us and being a funny and kind person. Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and friends during this difficult time.
m p
July 5, 2019
I am sorry for your loss. It is always hard to lose a loved one in death. Our heavenly Father is very aware and understands the pain you feel. He will give you comfort. (Psalms 86:6,7) Your family has my deepest sympathy
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