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Edward Toner Obituary
1943 - 2025
Swampscott, MA - Edward W. "Big Ed" Toner, of Swampscott, MA, passed away surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Reading, Ed graduated from Lynn English High School in 1961 and went on to dedicate his professional life to the students of Lynn Public Schools, where he served as a teacher, coach, and administrator. Ed influenced generations of students across the city, maybe because of his ardent belief that teens deserve second chances rather than punishments.
A member of a football family, he played professionally for the Boston Patriots from 1967 to 1970, while his brother Tom played for the Green Bay Packers and his son, Ed Jr., for the Indianapolis Colts. Ed's love of sports extended far beyond the professional field: he never met a sport he didn't like, and spent decades playing, coaching, refereeing, and shagging balls in parks across the North Shore.
A fun day for Ed was getting out into the community, showing up for a friend, or supporting his favorite candidates and causes. He was recognized as a Laudable Lynner for his contributions to the city and its people, and by the New England Patriots Alumni Association as their very first Volunteer of the Year.
Above all, Ed was devoted to his family. He is survived by his beloved wife, Dianne (Cashman) "Cissy" Toner, his daughters Katie Toner Scullion and Elle Toner, his son Edward Toner Jr., and son-in-law Brian Scullion. He was a deeply dedicated father to his eldest son, Billy, who lived at home with him and Dianne until his passing last year. Ed cherished his role as "Gramps" to his grandchildren Jack, Grace, and Jane Scullion, who will forever carry forward his joy, humor, and love.
Ed was the son of the late Joseph and Eleanor (Connelly) Toner. He was predeceased by his brothers Joseph and Tom, and his sister Eleanor. He leaves behind his siblings Paul, Jim, Mark, Bill, and John Toner, and Mary Goldstein, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family, and countless friends who will recall his spirited antics, optimism, and generosity.
Service Information: A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 5, 2025 in the SOLIMINE FUNERAL HOME, 67 Ocean St. (1A), Lynn. Memorial Visiting Hours will be on Friday from 9a.m.-12p.m. followed by a Memorial Service at 12p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, the family requests those who wish to consider making a donation to Northeast Arc https://ne-arc.org/donate Directions and online guestbook at www.solimine.com
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Karen Moreland
September 7, 2025
He was my 7th grade History Teacher at Eastern Jr. High...once April fools they put a broken chair together and he sat in it...bug guy ended on the floor, He took it with stride..even smiling..Im sure we got double homework...but he made a memory for me! Thank you Sir, Soar high with the Angels Mr. T..
Jim and Perkins
September 6, 2025
I first met Ed, though Paul & Mark who I hung out with in Lynn. I would regularly go over their house. Ed was biggest guy ever met. He always treated me like a friend.
He was a great man.
Dean & I are out of town.
Rest in pease Ed
Jim and Dean Perkins
Jeanne Mcdonald
September 5, 2025
Condolences to the Toner family
What an amazing citizen of our community Eddie saved many a struggling student athlete with his humor, compassion and wisdom... Rest in peace, dear friend
Dick Peinert
September 2, 2025
After Ed begged to play fullback his senior year agaimst Classical and scored three touchdowns, he told younger brother Mark that now he was a big enough star to ask Cissy Cashman out on a date. Mark told us all the story the following Monday. I don't remember if we were still all at St. Joe's or St. Mary's but Cissy accepted the date and that worked out pretty well. The Cashmans' lived acrosss the street from us and after the marriage, it became the Toner home. I still remember Cissy walking the neighborhood with Billy in the stroller. She was a great mom, just as Ed was a great dad. More importantly, he was a good guy in every sense of the word.
My condolences to Cissy, and the Toner family, especially my old classmates Mark and Paul.
Frank Carey
September 2, 2025
Eddie will always be remembered by me as " Bruiser Jefferson "his professional wrestling name !
Solimine Funeral Homes - Ocean Street
September 2, 2025
The Solimine Family and Staff wish to express our sincere sympathy to you. It is our hope that we may be able to make this difficult period more bearable. Please feel free to call on us at anytime, as we are always available for you.
Scott Brady
September 1, 2025
The Fearsome Foursome!
Betty Gallo
September 1, 2025
My deepest sympathy to Cissy and Billy for your loss. Ed and all of his family were a town family name that we all knew and loved. I recall when we lived next door to each other off of Humphrey and Billy played with my kids Adam and Andrea and Tommy was in my class at SHS. Cissy you and Billy are in my thoughts and prayers it has been a rough road for you may God give you strength!!
Betty Gallo
Scott Brady
August 31, 2025
Rest In Peace coach. Forever grateful for your leadership and guidance in making men out of boys.
Scott Brady LEHS Class of `79
Dave Hunter
August 31, 2025
My deepest condolences to the Toner family. May his memory be a blessing.
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