OFFICIAL NOTICE OF TRANSITION Bishop John Tooley Sr. May 21, 1943 - October 25, 2024.

I know Victory, Victory, shall be mine. If I hold my peace and let the Lord fight my battles, I know that Victory Shall Be Mine.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bishop John Tooley Sr., a devoted minister, a gifted gospel singer and promoter, and beloved family man.

Bishop John was born on May 21, 1943, in Hahira, to The Late Deacon H.T & Mother Mammie Wilson Tooley. He dedicated his life to spreading the message of Jesus Christ and promoting pure Holiness and Godly living. Bishop Tooley was a pillar of strength and guidance to many, known for his unwavering support and encouragement. He promoted many programs in surrounding areas.

A Lover of God, serving and helping others was his passion and ministry. He was a former South-Eastern Coordinator of the NCFC. His generosity extended far beyond his family's musical contributions, touching countless lives, Was heartfelt.

He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Giving of himself to the community and those that needed help was his Passion. Family First was his everything. Every need he could supply, he answered the called. If he had it, you did too. Bishop was a man of his word, Great character whatever his hands found to do, he did it with dignity and grace Ministry in any capacity was his strong tower, he never ceased to help someone. He departed from his earthly home on October 25, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his Parents: Deacon H.T and Mammie Wilson; Siblings: Mary Lee Tooley-Sherman, Erma Jean Tooley-Butler, Dorothy Tooley-Lane, Joe Curtis Tooley, Eddie Will Tooley and Chloe Tooley; Sister In-Law Hilda Tooley, Son In-Law: Bruce Jackson and Church family: Ralph Harrington, Bishop James McNeal Jr. and Bishop Aaron Winston.

He leaves to cherish his memories his Beautiful Wife Of Sixty Plus Years, and Awesome Caretaker: Evangelist Betty Ruth Tooley, Children: Angela (Travis Sr.), Jennifer, Yolanda, John Jr. (Tammy), Ferris (Tammy); Grand Angels: Tierra (Marquis Sr.), Travis Jr. (Crystal), LaTravia, Cierra, Rachel, Jeremy, Alexas; Great-Grand Angels- Travis III, Brandon, Honesti’, Braylon, Mahlani, Marquis Jr., Kason, Desiah and Koi; Siblings: Freddie Tooley Sr., Hattie Mae Wade, Clifford Tooley; Special Friends: Dec. Curtis Williams, Grace Victory Church Family, VCC Church Family, The Goff Family (Oyster Bar Fish Market), Dec. James Brown, Bishop Henry Williams, Bishop Wade McCrae and Pastor Bernard Robinson Sr. As well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, & friends.


BISHOP JOHN TOOLEY SR., “A Bishop That Led by Example.”

Please hold the Tooley children and family in prayer as they mourn the loss of their patriarch and wrap their arms around their mother, Evangelist Betty Ruth Tooley.

A Celebration of Life Service honoring Bishop's Life will be held on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Union Cathedral, 1050 East Hill Avenue, Valdosta, Georgia. Following the service, interment will take place at Pallbearers Cemetery.

Harrington Funeral Home Inc. is providing ministry of comfort with honor and dignity. Resolutions and notices of condolences may be sent to harringtonfuneralhome1963@gmail.com.

May Bishop Tooley's legacy of love, family, and devotion to God be a blessing to us all.