Bertha Toole Obituary

I loved Bertha! She always made me feel welcome and happy in her home. This year we made her famous Artichoke Pickle with artichokes that Robbie had grown. It took 2 days but was worth the effort. I think of her and Auntie Mary whenever we eat it. Bertha had a well lived life!

Dear Mr. Toole,

I am very sorry to hear about your wife. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I remember meeting her at one of the St. Hilda's functions at the end of your tenure there. She was vivacious and outgoing. We missed you at the 60th anniversary last year, but remembered how much you touched our musical lives with Gilbert and Sullivan, chorus, and choir and of course, the Pageant I am still playing the cello in various chamber music groups, orchestra amd am taking lessons. Hopefully time will heal your heart and memories will bring you joy forever.

Dear Mr. Toole,

My condolences to your family and to you. I remember being so very excited to hear that you had married just a few years after I graduated from St. Hilda's and St. Hugh's. I take this opportunity to let you know that you were so influential in my musical life and in so many other ways, and I thank you. My thoughts are with you. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mr. Toole,

The alumni of St. Hilda's and St. Hugh's School are sorry to hear of your loss. Many of remember when you got married! We hope you will respond to our recent effort to get in touch with you.

Peggy Thomson, '76

Dear Bill
We were so sad to hear of Bertha's death.Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Caroline and the Battey family.

Bertha Lee, Terese and Family: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Mother! My hear is saddened for your loss. We never lose the ones we love...they are a part of who we are! I remember your Mom from days gone by, she was a beautiful mother of beautiful children.

Mr. Toole and the Battey family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lee and Family
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Her greatest legacy are her children & grandchildren. She lived life to it's fullest and leaves special memories for her family and friends. May your memories bring you comfort and know a special guardian angel is watching over you.

THE BATTEY FAMILY

We were so sadden to hear about the loss of your mother. Mrs. "B" was a wonderful lady with a heart of gold. She will be missed by all. Lee, take care of your famliy and may your hearts be filled with peace and love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jim and Gale Cutchins
Virginia Beach, VA

I am so very sorry to hear of Miz Bertha's passing. I heard the news today, and the world seems a bit quieter, more subdued; for a rare gem is gone...a true Southern Lady. I will miss her astonishing blue eyes and clever wit.Godspeed to everyone in her family, for you have lost a treasure.

Dear Mr. Toole,
Please accept my condolences on Mrs. Toole's passing. I left a message at the house today, not realizing that the service was scheduled for today! My heart goes out to you and to Caroline and to my dear friend, Mary as you cope with this tremendous loss. I dedicated my performance in the "Lion King" tonight in the same way I always experienced Mrs. Toole: quietly, gracefully, gently, but with great warmth. I'll give a call soon to speak with you directly.
Love always,
Russell Joel Brown
"The Lion King" North American Tour
Ottawa (Canada)

Mr. Toole,
I pray you will find comfort in this most difficult time. Though I only met Mrs. Toole once, she impressed me with her kindness.

Bill and Battey's: I am so sad about Bertha-I have sent an e-mail to you Bill-she is the last of that formidable foursome of Bertha, Maggie Flo and Lois!

So sorry for your loss.

Dear Bill and all of Bertha's children,

My heart goes out to all of you on the loss of beautiful Bertha. She was such a kind, welcoming lady. I believe Bertha was an example of Grace on earth. Her smile lit up the room. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
Maggie Morton (Centreville, MD)

Mr. Toole, Larry and I join Amy in wishing you every comfort God, family and friends can give at this time of unfathomable loss. . . we love you. Gayle L. Montgomery

Thinking of you all across the water here in England. A finer lady I have yet to meet. God bless.
Nick Winton

Love and prayers to all...your mother was a dear lady. I know she will be missed!

Dear Bill and all the Battey children
My heart is full of sadness at the loss of lovely Bertha. Just the other day I was reminiscing while looking at a photograph in my library taken at Bertha's house in 1996. Bertha and her first cousins, my mother, Frances Barrett Zimmerman, and her sister, Bertha Barrett Garrett, are with Natalie Lee, Marquin Barrett, my sister, Louise Z. Austell, and her daughter, Elizabeth A. Allen, and me prior to a wedding party for Elizabeth. I mention this not only because I longingly looked at the photo and thought of my love for each person, but because Bertha was always so gracious to everyone, and especially to family who no longer live in Augusta but still hold it dear.
Bertha's talents contributed greatly to the betterment of Augusta; she was a person of beautiful countenance and innate refinement. I shall miss her very much and wish that I could be in Augusta for her service, but I shall hold her memory in my heart always. My sympathy to each for your great loss. May the Lord's peace that passes all understanding comfort you.
Helena Z. Jones, Greeneville, TN

Mr.Toole and family,

You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of unspeakable loss.

I had the pleasure and gift in life of being able to share (while a music student at Augusta State) the joys of being welcomed into the hearts and home of Bill and Bertha Toole. She was a beauitful person in and out who loved life and was also a pretty good tennis player. One day she whipped me on the court and barely had to move from side to side. it's all about placement!

God bless the whole family! Heaven has truly gained another saint.

With much love!
Travis

Our love and thoughts go out to Bill and all the Batteys. Bertha was a lovely lady and I know that all of the Morton family has found memories of her.

Libba, Hoyt & Family-
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. You will remain in our many thoughts and prayers.

Dear Cousin Bill and the entire family,

I am so very sorry. And as my mother, Maggie, and I recall even Bertha used to say, I need to "collect my thoughts" to say nothing of my emotions, about not only a truly huge figure from my childhood but also an influence on my entire life, not too mention many cherished memories with the whole family. But I will mail you a note soon.

Love, Derek Scheips

I will always remember Mrs. Toole as one of the gracious ladies of Augusta. My time with her and Mr. Toole in Collegium are some of my fondest memories of life in Augusta.

My prayers and wishes are with Mr. Toole and the entire family.

Jennifer McDaniel

I am heartbroken for all of you. I wrote an email to Bill/and Bertha's email address. I hope you got it. I am in Paris

Love to all,

Charlie Scheips,Jr.

Dear Dr. Toole-
Prayers to you and your family-
Grace Yrizarry
Most Holy Trinity Italy trip member

Bill and all the Battey children,
I am very sad to hear of Bertha's death but rejoice in the long,wonderful and fruitful life she lived. Our family loved her - such a gracious lady - and I'll always remember when Bill and Bertha came to Columbus to visit Mother several years ago. I also had a great visit with her and some of you following Natalie's service. I wish I could be there to see you all on Wednesday and renew acquaintances with some of you. We need to keep in touch. With much love and sympathy,

Libba and family,
Even though we didn't have the pleasure of meeting your Mother, we are sure she was a very remarkable lady. The obituary was beautifully written and a wonderful tribute to her. May God bless you in the coming days and months.

"Bill, I am so happy to have had lunch with you and Bertha just a few weeks ago at the club. Though frail, Bertha was alert and happy--I will always remember her innate kindness and gentleness of spirit"

Dear Bill and the family of Bertha, Please know that all of us in the department of art at ASU are saddened by your loss. She led a gracious and important life, and our community is lessened by her passing. Bill, you know you have many friends and a place with us whenever you are ready to return to the studio. Blessings and the comforts of God's grace to you all. Alan MacTaggart

Caroline and Ray,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
God bless you all.
Carroll and George Quinn

Dear Therese, Lee, and family,
I am saddened to read of your mother's passing but will rejoice in the impact she had on others throughout her lifetime. May God hold each of you in the palm of his hand and heal your broken hearts.
Christy Major Quinn

I am so very sorry. Please accept my condolences. My heart goes out to the family.

Our prayers are with your family.

"Cousin Bertha" will always be the epitome of kindness, graciousness, wit, and strong regard for family & friends. What a great lady ! Cousin Bill - our very best regards to you.

I will always remember you Cousin Bertha and how nice you were to me. I'm very sad. We will miss you when we go back to Augusta.

Our hearts our saddened by Bertha's passing. She was such a gracious wonderful person with the talent of making all in her presence feel comfortable. We we'll truly miss her. Our prayers are with Mr. Toole and all of Bertha's family at this time.

Such a lovely, beautiful and gracious lady. My life will always be so much better for having known her. Much love to the family and especially to dear, sweet Dr. Toole. Love them both, very much.

Mr. Toole and family,
May God comfort each and everyone of you at this time. May all the happy memories help you daily. Knowing you will see her again one day I hope will give you peace to cope with your loss. Your family has been truly blessed to have such as awesome woman in your lives. We will miss her alot. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We're here for you in any way you may need us.
Deb and Willie Latch

Mr. Toole,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Erin Thomas Dibling

Praying for peace for Mr. Toole and all the family.

Bart Black

My deepest condolences for Mr. Toole and the entire Toole family. May God's love and the love that you have shared with Mrs Toole provide some comfort. Our prayers are with you.