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John Toth Obituary
Dec. 21, 1946 - Feb. 14, 2020
SOUTH BEND, IN - John Conrad Toth, 73, of South Bend passed away on Friday, February 14, 2020 peacfully at home. He was born December 21, 1946 in South Bend, Indiana to John and Marion (Conrad) Toth. In California in the Summer of 1979, he married Roberta Valencia, who preceded him in death in 2011. John graduated from Clay High School in 1964 and joined the U.S. Navy from 1965-1969 where he was a ship's cook during the Vietnam era. John is survived by his girlfriend, Ruth Owens, his goddaughter, Stephanie Malendima, and his childhood friend, Wayne (Jane) Plank. John was loved and adored by both his California and Michiana family and friends including his closest friends, Marcy/David, Tim/Julie, Dixter/Sue, Monty, Jackson, and Tom. He also had many car buddies. John enjoyed buying and selling guns and cars, and Harley Davison Motocycles. John was a truck driver at Nelson Fuel and a salesman at Hill Truck Sales. In keeping with his wishes cremation will take place. Elkhart Cremation is entrusted with his care. A memorial service will take place at a later date. John loved animals and would want any donations to go to the St. Joseph County Humane Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Toth
Karl Nelson
February 19, 2020
Rest in peace my good friend
Richard A Smith
February 18, 2020
Always enjoyed seeing you sometimes at lunch. You will be missed. Always a great smile and full of joy. Love, your cousin Richard A. Smith
Richard Smith
February 18, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
February 18, 2020
Uncle John..Hope there is some homemade Mexican food waiting for You..Lots of Valencia hugs and kisses coming your way..
Connie Aitken
February 18, 2020
May you find peace in all the wonderful memories you had. My heart to yours !!
Gina Fiscus
February 18, 2020
Thank you for being such a wonderful part of my life. You were the best man I knew and I will miss you forever.
February 18, 2020
Rest in peace, good friend..
Ray Martens
Heidi Stephens
February 17, 2020
Well cuz, I know youre happy up there in Heaven with my parents & lots of other people you knew. I miss you lots & will always love you!
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