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Donald Toler Obituary

Donald Ray Toler, age 79, died peacefully at home in Paso Robles on Saturday, June 7, 2014, with his family at his side. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather. If you knew him, you loved him; he was generous, funny and supportive. A true family man! Don met his wife, Donna when she was still in high school in Seth, West Virginia. They married and started their family while Don was in the U.S. Navy. After an honorable discharge from the Navy, Don moved his family to the west coast, where he was a machinist for Owen-Illinois Glass. Together he and Donna raised their family in the San Francisco bay area and retired and relocated to Paso Robles in 1998. Don is survived by his children Tam (Marvin) Finden, Jeffrey (Debbie) Toler, Paul (Kimmy) Toler and Donita Lockwood; ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Don was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Donna Jean Kirk Toler in 1999. His grandchildren and great grandchildren were his greatest joy in the final years of his life. Grandpa loved to watch the kids play sports. Don will be laid to rest alongside his wife in Paso Robles. A graveside service is planned for noon, Thursday, June 12, 2014, at the Paso Robles District Cemetery.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Jun. 10, 2014.

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June 14, 2014

Our Condolences for the family. What a sweet gentle soul.Loved seeing his smiling face at the games.
Ruth and Scott

Sandra Mayhew

June 13, 2014

Our hearts are heavy here in West Virginia. Always looked forward to Don's visits and so enjoyed keeping in touch with him on Facebook and getting to know more about my cousins and their families. A kinder gentleman I've never met in my lifetime. His love for God, his family and friends was evident in the way he lived his life. Godspeed cousin, you are loved and missed. With much love to our cousins and their families, Sandra Williams Mayhew and my Mom, Faye Perkins Williams (daughter of Nora Anna Toler Perkins).

Donna Toler

June 12, 2014

My brother- in law Don was indeed a gracious man, joyful and compassionate to all he encountered. I will miss his visits, our long talks and fun times. The memories we will always have and cherish. I love you brother in law you were the best.

George Vlassis

June 12, 2014

Our most sincerest sympathy to Jeff and the Toler family! Don was a good man and he will be missed.

Jennifer Picicci

June 11, 2014

I've always called Uncle Don the Toler Family Rock Star. He impressed me as a little girl, arriving in a big fancy RV, decked out in Elvis Shades, introducing us to exotic foods our little hillbilly kitchen had never heard of. I was dazzled. Later on, he taught me how to chat on AOL, texting lingo, and emojicons. I loved that he knew what ttyl meant before I did. He sent my my first GPS, and was my first Skype call. He was the very definition of 'Cool Uncle'

Don showed me how much a husband can love his wife, and that love can last forever. He was the best listener, always empathetic, and he would show me the good when I could not see it. He taught me the importance of accepting people the way they are, and how valuable it is to leave the judging to God. It took me a long time to catch on to his way with that, but if you can see this Uncle Don, know that I see your way is the best way and I'll do my best to live it. Because of you, I will love my family unconditionally, and I will honor my spouse til death do us part.

Like all great Rock Stars, he lives on in our hearts as a true legend; never to be forgotten, and forever missed. I love you, Uncle Don.

Suellen Paschal

June 11, 2014

Don was an amazing man and will be very missed. You're all in my thoughts and prayers. ..

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The love that was generated by this man is more than most people dream of. He really gave his life to his family, he taught our family good morals and values. He was always tinkering in the garage, fixing or building or working on mom's honey do list. The only comfort I have right now is knowing he is with my mom his one true love. As the first born I certainly tested his patience, over and over and he never gave up on me. I always knew I was loved. As were my children. And the entire family. I love my dad, and will miss him everyday.

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Jerry Toler

June 10, 2014

Loved my Brother, we were very close, talked freely, openly about everything an everybody, he never took sides, loved his family, loved God (Jesus) and trains, oh an his little brother. Maybe because his brother worked for the railroad an was always good for a ride on the rails. We were planning a Amtrak trip over the RockyMountains to CHI-WAS DC-JAX FL. However since Amtrak was late Don took the on time train to Heaven.I loved him. And will miss my Brother.

Connie Cummings

June 10, 2014

So glad to have had the pleasure of calling this man family. Rest in peace my special uncle. May be reunited in the after life .Will miss you. Love Connie and Mark

Stacie Brown

June 10, 2014

I know he will be missed, but I'm glad he is at peace.

Lisa Wilson

June 10, 2014

Sail on . Wonderful man . Rest in peace,

Jeff Toler

June 10, 2014

Everyone has heard of the worlds greatest dad, I was lucky enough to be his son. I love you Dad..

Mary Housh

June 10, 2014

This is a very hard thing to do. I could write a letter, but I will just say that no one knows how He will be missed I loved my cousin with all my heart and we were very close .,since we both have been born. He is with his love and Jesus. See you later Don.Belle& Eddie

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