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Earnestyne Toney

Passed 01/13/2025

Obituary For Earnestyne Toney

Obituary For Earnestyne Davis Toney

Earnestyne Davis Toney, 82, of Memphis, TN passed away on Monday January 13, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis.

Earnestyne Toney was born November 16, 1942 to the late Robert Sr. and Queenie Davis, Lake Cormorant, MS. She was proceeded in death by her husband of 36 years, David Toney, Jr., brother Robert Davis, Jr. and sister Carolyn Madison.

Earnestyne leaves a legacy of love with her son David Michael Toney, III (Auta) and daughter, Kimbra Toney-Bernard (Marsean). Three sisters Lena Davis, Ethel R. Harris, and Laura Jean Burt. Three brothers, James Davis (Bertha), Johnnie Davis (Barbara), and Lonnie Davis (Patricia). Three Grandchildren, Alan Toney, Jaxon Toney, and Zoie Bernard. One Granddog, Champ. Along with a host of loving relatives and friends.

The family has scheduled a Service of Celebration at Centenary United Methodist Church, 584 East McLemore, Memphis, TN 38016 on Saturday, January 25th at 11am with the viewing preceding the service from 9am-11am. Interment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119.


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Justin Pecka sent Serene Lily Basket for Earnestyne Toney - January 23, 2025

Our sincere condolences to the Toney family.

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Rebecca Pavese sent Heavenly & Harmony for Earnestyne Toney - January 22, 2025

Kimbra, Marsean, and Zoie,

Sending love and hugs to you and your family. We are so sorry for your great loss.

With love and deepest sympathy, AGT 18U Tamborra

Finest Farewell Spray was sent for Earnestyne Toney - January 20, 2025

Laura Burt sent Sweet Moments for Earnestyne Toney - January 19, 2025

FROM: Laura Burt (Jeannie) TO: MY BELOVED SISTER STYNE I will miss you so greatly. You will always remain in my memories. REST WITH GOD Laura J Burt

Siatta Dwanyen sent Sweet Moments for Earnestyne Toney - January 17, 2025

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On behalf of The Jackson Five, I would like to offer our sincerest condolences to David, Kimbra, Auta and the entire family. During our years at Centenary, we enjoyed many fond memories, delicious meals and treats, and true fellowship with the Toney family. We are praying for your strength and the sufficiency of God's Grace now and in the days ahead.

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4 Gina, John, Jordan, Jared and Jillian Jackson

Gina Williams-Jackson

I'm a coworker of Mrs. Toney's son, David. I just wanted to express my condolences to the family. RIP.

Kennedy

My sincere condolences to the Toney Family-May the Lord strengthen and comfort you during this time. Ms. Earnestyne's warm, caring welcome, and laughter will be greatly missed during holiday gatherings. Rest In Paradise Ms. Earnestyne!💗🪽—Valerie Young

Valerie Young

May God bless, comfort and strengthen the Toney, especially my co-initiate, Auta, during this time of bereavement. God bless you all.

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All our Love and Prayers to Kimbra and the family. RIP Ms. Earnestyne

Darrie, Carolyn, Sandra, Tony and Monica

John 5:28,29 May we all find comfort in knowing she will live again. God cannot lie. You are in our hearts and prayers. Bernard a d Michelle Dean Atlanta Georgia

Earnestyne you have provided so much support and so many delicious meals to me throughout the years. Your sisterly love will live forever in my heart ❤️ REST IN THE LORD. Jeannie (your younge sister)

Earnestyne and I work together over 30 years at Kelloggs. She was a Jewel. Very good coworker and Friend.She truly will be missed Keeping the Family in my prayers

On behalf of Pastor Vinvecca B. Gray and Golden Leaf Church sending prayers of comfort and peace to Sis. Kim, Bro. David, Sis. Bobbie "Moma Bobbie" Thigpen and family. Sis. Toney was very supportive of her family and attended many of our Church Ministry events. She will be missed. "The Lord will give strength unto his people; the Lord will bless his people with peace." Psalm 29:11

My deepest condolences to the family of Sis. Earnestyne Toney!! 🙏🏽🥰

My deepest condolences to the family of my GOOD FRIEND Earnestyne Toney of whom I will miss so much. and the other four of us for over 60 years I'm sure I voice the sentiment of each of you as well. So my friend REST EASY 💕Leontyne William's White L.A. Calif.

I've never had a more loving, or caring friend. Earnestyne was so loving, and generous to everyone, and had the purest heart of anyone I know. I will miss her so very much, and my heart is filled with sadness, and heartache. Thank you for being my friend dear lady, and I hope you rest in eternal peace. Heaven is a better place with you there. Elizabeth C. Caswell

My Mema. Having you as my grandmother has changed me for the better. Your wisdom, your faith, your kindness, your big BIG heart. I love you more than words can say and I'll hold you close to MY heart every single day. Your eldest "grandbaby" - Alan

I will love you forever and always Mommy!

From Your fave and only daughter!

-Kimbra

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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