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THOMAS TONEY Obituary

TONEY Thomas E. Toney, Sr., 68, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2013. A native of Jacksonville, he attended local schools, graduated from Bishop Kenny and attended Florida State University. He was a diehard Seminole fan. After college and a brief time in the military, he worked for Seaboard Coastline. In the late 70 s he opened Toney s Sandwich Shop which was a Jacksonville institution for over 30 years. Along the way he made many dear friends. A devoted husband and father, he cherished his family. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Japour and Maggie (Assaf) Toney, and a sister Margaret Lewandowski. Surviving are his loving wife Darlene (Abboud) Toney, three sons, Thomas E. Toney, Jr. (Christina), Richard Toney (Claudia) and Mark Toney (Meagan), sisters, Barbara Remich (Pat), Ginger King (Paul), Patricia Toney, seven grandchildren, Victoria, Alexander, Nicholas, Henry, Leah, Nicole, Sophia and many dear friends. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 from 7 9 pm with a vigil service at 8:00 pm at Assumption Catholic Church, 2403 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32207. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, October 17, at 10:00 am at the church. Memorials in his name may be directed to River Garden Hebrew Home, 11401 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257. Arrangements are under the care of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 4115 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32207. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hardage-giddenshendricksave.com. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2013.

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Georgie Lewis

October 23, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Tom was always a class act and great man. Karen and I will always remember him and smile.
Bless you all.

Mary Toney

October 19, 2013

To Tommy, Rick, Mark, their wives and children: our hearts are broken for you, and we love you.

As for the rest of us, our family simply will not be the same without Tommy. He took the "oldest male cousin" role seriously; sometimes aggravatingly so when I didn't want to hear what he had to say, but always with a lot of love and great humor. If you knew him, you get exactly what I'm saying; he could drive you crazy, and yet have you in stitches at the same time!

He also felt a real sense of responsibility for the women in our family, and all of us knew all we had to do was say the word, and he would be there. He was generous and as the saying goes, "would give you the shirt off his back". He had a very tender heart.

We're all bereft and so sad, but we are also blessed to have had such a great man in our lives. The bright spot is knowing we'll all be gathered as a family again.

Jimmy Thompson

October 18, 2013

To Tommy's family- I met Tommy as children in the Panama Park area through Robert Asaf. I hadn't seen him in years and am very sorry for your loss.

Nanda Toney

October 18, 2013

I will always love you Dad Toney. I am so blessed that you were such a big part of my life. I am lucky to see a reflection of you everyday in your grand kids.

October 18, 2013

My prayers for God's mercy and peace for your family from one who did not know Tommy well, but was a Kenny classmate . . . Margaret C. Tyler (Lincoln, NE)

Richard & Jo Hazouri

October 17, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Charles Toney

October 17, 2013

Cousins...I know, as a Christian, Tommy is now resting in peace in the arms of God.
And like calm waves, may our good God's perfect Peace and Love envelope you all.

October 17, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember and respect Tommy for the undying love and loyalty he had for his family. He was bigger than life and will be missed by those who loved him. God bless you all.

Scott Toney

Eddie Crossett

October 17, 2013

My sympathy goes out to Tommy's beautiful family at this difficult time. I have known Tommy since 1952 when we were in third grade together at St. Joseph's Academy on 7th St.and later at Bishop Kenny. We were little league team mates at Panama Park in the 1950's. He was my friend and he will be missed.

Bill Travis

October 17, 2013

My wife Elyse and I were very fond of Tom. He was one of the good ones. He was a very generous man.

October 17, 2013

I met Tom at Seaboard Coastline Railroad the first week after I was hired. Tom made everybody feel happy. He was always laughing and I know so many funny stories about him, that I shared with my family.
I know life will not be the same with him, but you all have so many years together that can bring you comfort and joy.
Every time I think of him I smile..
I feel blessed to have been his friend.
Blessings and comfort to all of you.
Edie Dobson

Stephanie Crawford

October 17, 2013

Our sincerest condolences for your loss. May God help you through these difficult times. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Christopher and Stephanie Crawford

Dan & Kathy Smith

October 17, 2013

We met Thomas Toney only once, at the wedding of our niece, Claudia Crawford, to Rick Toney, his son. Rick is a good man that we are proud to call our nephew. Mr. Toney did a fine job in helping to raise him. We wish peace to Rick, Claudia, Victoria, Nicholas and all his family & friends. Love-Danny & Kathy Smith

Bonnie Regan

October 17, 2013

I last saw Tommy at our Class of 62 reunion. He impressed and inspired me with his obvious love for his wife and family. You are all in my prayers.

October 17, 2013

Toney family:

My deepest condolences. May Tom's memory give you peace and comfort at this difficult time. You may not remember me. I lived across the street from you on Crosby Lane.

Joe Gurule

Fred David Jr

October 17, 2013

Darlene and Family, I was very saddened to read of the loss of Tommy. It was always a pleasure to visit with him share our stores of family and business. He is in my prayers as are all of you. May God bless..

Steve Murray

October 16, 2013

Nancy and I are so sad to hear of Tommy's passing.
Tommy and I both loved FSU together and we will miss him.
Tommy was always at the family visitations, he loved the family.
May our heavenly Father bless his family and welcome a good Christian man into the Kingdom. We will see you again, cousin.

Linda Price

October 16, 2013

To Tommy's family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember when you lived on Skipper Drive and we were on Scotty Drive. Tommy and my husband would carpool for CCD. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Mary Obi Haddad

October 16, 2013

Our sincere condolences on your loss. May God bless you and your family at this time.

Jeannie Rittenhouse

October 16, 2013

Toney Family,

I Had The Pleasure Of Meeting Tom When I Covered The Front Desk At River Garden. His Dedication To Darlene Was A Joy To Witness. I Find Myself Blessed To Have Known Tom, And I Will Miss Him Dearly.

Sincerely,
Jeannie (The Coves @ River Garden)

Wadette. Abboud Gauthreaux

October 16, 2013

I am sorry for your lost.God be with you all.

October 16, 2013

Tommy is one of our classmates that we will never forget. From grade school to high school, he always had a smile. The reunions will never be the same without him. We will miss him.

Nick and Diane Whipple, BK Class of '62.

Debi Edelman O'Kelley

October 16, 2013

I am so very, very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I worked for Tom and Darlene at they're sandwich shop many years ago and adored both of them. My sincerest sympathies and prayers to his family...

Nancy Ezzell

October 16, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Tom Toney. I worked for Champion Int'l in the Reflections Bldg. where his restaurant was located. He was a very funny guy. He could make a good pita bread breakfast sandwich.

October 16, 2013

Husband, Father, Grandfather, Friend...who was loved by many and will be missed by all who ever met and knew Tommy. We are saddened to hear of his passing. Love and prayers of comfort going out to each of you.
May his Memory be +Eternal.
Leon and Judy Chalhub

Evelyn Isaac

October 16, 2013

Tommy is resting in peace. Condolences to the family.
Jack and Evelyn Isaac

October 16, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Tommy. We grew up together, grammer school and high school. He always got me into trouble in Mr. Durrant's classes because he had no problem getting me laughing. I hadn't seen Tommy in quite a while but I thought of him often. He made this world a better place because of his presence.
Rest in peace, Tommy
Melvin Langford

Mark Cohen

October 16, 2013

My condolences to the Toney family, Tom was love by all. I will miss him.

Leslie Held

October 16, 2013

My deepest condolences on your profound loss. I will truly miss his beautiful soul as I watched him during his visits to his beloved wife at River Garden.

October 16, 2013

The Toney Family
Accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your loved one. May God bless you all in this most difficult time. Know he is at peace and in the comfort of our Lord.
Renee and Michelle (Jacksonville, FL.)

October 16, 2013

He will be missed. God bless & your in my prayers. John Soultanian, dealer @ OrangePark poker room.

October 16, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Toney family. I miss seeing all of you from the practice. I will keep you in my prayers. With sincere condolences. Christie Gray

Kim Rady Maynor

October 16, 2013

Please let me extend my sympathies on behalf of the entire Sam Rady Family. Not only was Tom my Dad's cousin but he was a good friend to my parents at the Salaam Club and bowling at Jax Lanes. May God comfort you during this difficult time.

Diane Peterson

October 15, 2013

So sorry to hear about the passing of Tom, we are so sad but,he is at peace now, in the arms of our Lord and may the family be consoled with the good memories and love of this good man. God Bless you, family, and give you strength. Diane (Shamaly) and Steve Peterson

Leslie & Florence Daniels

October 15, 2013

The Toney Family: Accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Huey L'Herault

October 15, 2013

We will miss you so much Tom. Every day of poker with "the boys" was a treat. I am so sorry that the pain of life was so overpowering. God is ready for you my friend.

Mary Samuel-Thomas

October 15, 2013

Tom Toney, he was a great person. He was the reason I had lunch somedays until payday. He allowed us at Champion Intl, Baymeadows Way to have a 2 week tab for our lunches. Great guy, and loved his Darlene. Wonderful person.

Tim Hawarah

October 15, 2013

There is really no way to express how shocked I am. I am reminded of all the memories of our families over the decades. They are priceless and really fill my heart with joy. Uncle J T, Aunt Maggie, my Mom and Dad and our families at the salaam club, Their family coming to the house during holidays. Things change as you get older and we go our separate ways But I will always remember Tom during some of the fondest times growing up. He loved His family, my prayers go out to them. I am so sorry for your loss

Martha Thomas

October 15, 2013

To Darlene and family i send my greatest condolences to you all. I hope and pray that the good lord will bless and keep you all in great strength through out this time in your lives. Thomas was a very nice person and i'm sure he will be missed by all it's been a very long time since i've seen or heard from you all and i'm very sorry it had to be at a time like this but,it's better now than never and i really enjoyed viewing all the pictures you all put on the internet they really bought back old memories. Darlene when all is over and you're feeling well please contact me i would love to hear your voice and the boys please tell them hi for me and i still love you all."GUESS WHO". My phone number is 904-6834280 or my daughters number is 904-5046693 (Pat)

October 15, 2013

Robert (Bob Ocasio Tom was a great guy and good student plus a good football player at BK

October 15, 2013

Keeping in mind the Scriptural hope of everlasting life can help to sustain us during May the family find comfort in the memories. difficult times (John 17:3)

michael smith

October 15, 2013

I am sorry to hear about your loss, I ate lunch everyday for 10 years at the sandwich shop on westside drive, me and Tom had all kinds of conversations mainly about the Noles and Gators he was a remarkable man

Laila

October 15, 2013

Darlene, Mark,Tommy, Ricky and families. I am so sorry to hear about Tom's passing.
He was such a wonderful man. He will be missed dearly.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Don Marx

October 15, 2013

Dear Tom Jr and family: I am shocked and deeply saddened to hear of your dad's passing. I knew your dad and his family since childhood when we both attended Holy Rosary Church. Your grandfather Japour was a great man and Tommy followed in his footsteps. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. May God bless of you during this most difficult time.
Donald Marx

October 15, 2013

To the Toney Family: I was a classmate of Tommy at St. Joe Academy, Imaculate Conception and Bishop Kenny. I am so sadden to hear of his passing. He was so proud of his family and devoted to his dear wife. You will all be in my prayers. Jackie Barren Hageman

October 15, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, I will miss his smiling face everyday when he would come to visit his wife.May he rest in peace

Dick Hardy

October 15, 2013

The lord be with you, and with your spirit...

David Wolfram

October 15, 2013

Toney was my classmate at Bishop Kenny. Me and other classmates had been meeting with him recently for dinner once a month. Boy did he have some tale to tell! He was kind hearted and bigger than life. I know he is in the peace and comfort of God's love now.

God Bless

October 15, 2013

Dearest Toney Family
It is with much sadness that I mark the passing of my dear friend Tom. He was and will be my dearest friend and I know that we will all be with him again. May God be with you, at this time, as we mourn his passing.
With love to all.
Sam (Sonny) Izzo

October 15, 2013

My dear friend, I will miss you.
You said to me when we graduated: "never forget me, I'll never forget you"
And we kept our word.
Santiago Aguilar

October 15, 2013

Dear Toney Family, I was a classmate of Tommy's at Bishop Kenny and enjoyed seeing him at our last reunion. I am so sorry for your loss and ours, he was a dear and sweet man and he will be missed. Carol Johnson

Bob Givens

October 15, 2013

To the Toney family and friends. I am deeply saddened and send my sincere condolences to your family at this time. I have known Tommy since grade school,while we were at Bishop Kenny and FSU together. He will be missed and as always there is the hope of seeing him again in a better environment in the future.May God bless family and friends.
Bob and Lynn Givens

Karen Anderson

October 15, 2013

Darlene - My deepest condolences go out to you and the whole family. May God find you strength and may Tom rest in piece.

Fran Hill

October 15, 2013

Ginger and family,
I'm so sorry to read of your brother's passing. Sending love and peace to you all.

Rick Baldasso & Family

October 15, 2013

Dear Tommy Jr, Mark, Rick and Family; I can't begin to express my sadness with "Mr. Toms" passing. Over the past 30 some odd years, we have grown from being mutual customers to good friends. "Mr. Tom" was a true friend, great listener and when asked, gave some pretty good advise. He dearly loved Ms. Darlene, you men, his daughters in law and "the grand babies". We often shared success stories of our children and occasionally bragged about our college team. I always looked forward to the opportunity of seeing "Mr. Tom" each week, knowing he had some unshared wisdom, a joke, words of encouragement or just a friendly smile and a firm hand shake to pass my way. I will surely miss that now. He leaves behind a wonderful legacy in each of you. I look forward to seeing him once again, as we Christians by faith are promised. May The Lord Jesus Christ comfort you during this time and in the days to come.

Todd Snowden

October 15, 2013

Rick, Mark, and family: I am so sorry for your loss. I always looked forward to seeing your dad, and it was a pleasure knowing him over the past few years. He will be missed.

Don Yates

October 15, 2013

Darlene Thinking of you and the boys at this sad time. I enjoyed the time knowing Tom at wrestling matches even if he was a seminole. God bless you and family.

October 15, 2013

Our deepest condolences go out to the entire Toney family. We are very sad to hear of his passing and will keep him in our prayers.
James & Rafah Nackashi

Allan Assaf

October 15, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Toney family and relatives. Very fond memories of Tommy.

Bob Hoban

October 15, 2013

As a classmate of Tommy's at Bishop Kenny I am very sad for his family at this time. He was a big part of our early reunions and was always a very caring, involved and fun loving person. May the Lord touch your entire family with the comfort of his Love.

Theresa Flight Gazaleh

October 15, 2013

To my family of my cousin Tommy. God bless you all. He was one of the best.

Randy & Mary Smith

October 15, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Tom

Terri Rady Teigland

October 15, 2013

My memories of Tom Toney are of him joking around about the seminoles versus the gators, of him having three sons and my daddy having three daughters. My sincere sympathy for the Toney family.

Cousin Skipper

October 15, 2013

Although I can't be with you while you remember your loved one, you're in my thoughts from afar.

Connie and Paul Andry

October 15, 2013

We all love Tommy and he will be deeply missed. We pray that our love and support of you will hold you up and God grant you strength and peace.

Dawn

October 15, 2013

I love you UncleTommy.

Mike Simpson

October 15, 2013

Tom was a wonderful person, he will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with his family.

October 15, 2013

Darlene,Tommy, Ricky and Mark, we are so saddened by the passing of a wonderful man and friend! Tom was such a sweet and gentle person and he will be greatly missed!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! Just know that God is great and through Him you will be comforted!! Blessings to you all!

Love you!
Helen Farah

jack bateh

October 15, 2013

it was a shocking news he will surely missed may he rest in peace ands his memories be eternal my deepest condolences to his wife and children

October 15, 2013

The Toney Family

My heart is heavy to know that your Dad is no longer with us, but now he is in a better place. He was such a wonderful person, and I shall miss him as we go back a long time. God Bless You!!!

Sandra Bauer Rodriguez

Wesley Hygema

October 14, 2013

Rick and family,
We are so saddened by the loss of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bring you comfort in this difficult time. All our love ,
Wesley and Carrie Hgema and family

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