Jacquelyn Ellen Toal

Jacquelyn Ellen Toal obituary, Boston, PA

Jacquelyn Ellen Toal

Jacquelyn Toal Obituary

Visit the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. - Boston website to view the full obituary.

Jacquelyne Ellen Toal, 87, of McKeesport, passed away at home on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. She was born April 23, 1938 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late James Lynch and Ruth (Lovell) Wertz. She was the wife of the late Edward Toal who passed away in 1977. She attended St. Pius grade school in McKeesport and was a lifetime member of the church until its closing. She then graduated from McKeesport High School. Jackie attended Open Bible Church in McKeesport and Greenock United Methodist. You could always find her volunteering or participating in church activities and very active with Mon Yough activities for her youngest daughter. Jackie loved and respected the Lord, faithfully. She will be missed by her family tremendously. She is survived by her daughters, Pamela Hardy, Beth Toal Gerber and Charlene Toal; grandchildren, Jessica, Jamie and Abigail Gerber and Jacob Hardy; son-in-law, Scott E. Gerber; sisters, Cassandra Pufnock, Betti Kelso and brother-in-law, David Pufnock. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son, James Lee Hardy and stepfather, John Wertz. A private memorial service will be held for the family. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield St, Boston, Elizabeth Township (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. - Boston

6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, PA 15135

Make a Donation
in Jacquelyn Toal's name

How to support Jacquelyn's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Jacquelyn Toal's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more