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TOVES, Donato Donato J. Toves, age 4, of North Charleston, SC, passed away on Friday, March 4th, 2005. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 12th, 2005 at 10:00 AM in St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church 6650 Dorchester Rd. North Charleston, SC. Interment to follow at Carolina Memorial Park. A visitation will be held on Friday, March 11th 2005 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at Carolina Memorial Funeral Home 7113 Rivers Ave. North Charleston, SC 29406. Survivors include his mother, Contessa D. Toves, brother, Deven W. Toves, both of North Charleston, SC, great-grandparents, Juan B. and Rosa I. Toves, of Guam, grandparents, Daniel J. and Concepcion G. Toves of North Charleston, SC, aunts and uncles; Daniel C. G. Toves of SC, Dean and Sue Tenorio-Toves of Guam, Dwayne and Jessica Toves of Fort Campbell, KY, and Dwight and Jayleen Chamacho-Toves of SC. Also included are paternal Godparents as well as aunts and uncles, Lola G. Pugh of SC, Ruperto and Dolores Guillermo of SC, Annie Mendoila of San Antonio, TX, Silvestre and June Guillermo of Guam, Ferando and Martha S. Guillermo of Pitt, CA, Ernitesto F. Guillermo of Tacoma, WA, Leon and Martha S. Guillermo of Yigo, Guam, Dante and Denise F. Guillermo of Neavda, CA, Jose F. Guillermo of Seattle, WA, Eldon N. Allen, Ruperto Guillermo Jr. of SC, Autumn Cox, Benjamin and Rosemary Posadas, Franz Toves of Valejo, CA, James and Sallie McDonald of Agana Heights, Guam,Calvin Toves of San Jose, CA , Rodney and Birdena Toves of Mang, Guam, Daniel and Tamara T. Santos of Agana Heights, Guam. He is also survived by other family members, Daniel Chamacho, Ernestina, Darren, Nicholas, and Kekoa, in addition to others throughout the US, overseas, and Guam. Predeceased by great-grandparents, Donato P. and Concepcion Guillermo and uncles, James A. Pugh and John J. Mendoila Donato was born on May 4th, 2000 in Charleston, SC, he was the son of Contessa D. Toves. Arrangements by CAROLINA MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Mar. 9, 2005.

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Brian Castillo

June 16, 2025

It´s been 20 years and I still think about the accident. I remember riding the bus with him and getting to know each other. He would´ve done so much with his life and who knows probably would´ve been good friends. He´ll always be with me in memory.

Jasmine Hobson

April 7, 2005

Dear Tessa,

I am sorry that little Donny died. I didn't think little Donny deservied to loose his life at taht age but remember i am her for you.I am so sorry...

Celeste Ramey

March 30, 2005

Tessa, Remember Donny is always going to be watching over you and his brother...His love will always be and I am going to miss him so much! It is going to be hard to not have someone to tell me what Brandon is doing..Always smile when u think of him bcause he is always smiling down on you and all of us..I love you and am here!

Love , Celeste and Brandon

The Givens Family

March 13, 2005

To the Toves Family,



We are going to miss Donato very much.

salena tisdale

March 12, 2005

There is no greater FEELING OF LOST THEN THE LOST OF AN ANGEL LIKE DONNIE. BUT KNOW THAT ANGELS AND THEIR LOVE ARE ALWAYS WITH YOU. ANGELS ARE SENT BY GOD TO GIVE YOU JOY AND LOVE. GOD'S MOST PRECIOUS GIFT,IT WILL NEVER FADE.GOD LOVES YOU AND HE HEALS. OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS TO YOU AND THE FAMILY SALENA,WHITNEY,BRANDON,TISDALE

i care

March 11, 2005

may you find solace in the lord,know that this lil angel we called Donato is busy at work in heaven keeping a safe and secure eye on his love ones.my prays are with you all for ever more.god bless

Jackie Pfister

March 11, 2005

May you find comfort in the wonderful memories you have of your little angel. God blessed you with the time you had with him and just know he will always live on through you and your family. I worked with several members of your family at Wal-Mart, along with my daughter, Ashley. I know that along with the strength that God gives you....that your wonderful family will help you through this time of sorrow. Be strong...be hopeful....because Donnie is the one at rest now and you know he is safe and in good hands! God bless you and your family!

connie

March 10, 2005

to the family of Donato Toves , i don't know you all,but i was sadden and hurt to hear of the lost of your love one(Donato).you have my outmost, sincerest condolenses in your lost of this beautiful, handsome, and from the picture that i have seen (a very happy little boy).please remeber god loves us all and he will be there to heal your hearts.our prays are with you and your family forever.

LeKeesha Givens-Mitchell

March 9, 2005

My thoughts and prayers goes out to the Toves family. My parents live directly across the street from you. I've had the opportunity to see little Donato many times. He was the sweetest child you could ever meet. I will miss him dearly. Just hold on to God's hands and he will bring you through.

(Aunt) Julie and (Uncle) Jess Artero

March 9, 2005

Contessa and family,



No greater pain or suffering can be felt than the loss a loved one. Especially, the loss of a child so young! No words offered can minimize your suffering. We share in your loss and sorrow. And although Donnie is no longer here with us physically, he lives on spiritually in the hearts and minds of all who loved him. May it comfort the family, knowing Donnie lives on and now basks in heaven's light. He is home safe and secure in the warmth of our heavenly Father's love and embrace. Donnie is God's newest and happiest little Angel! Find comfort knowing that our heavenly Father hears our cries, feels our pain and sorrow. And only HE can ease the depths of our sorrows, lighten our burdens of pain and suffering and heal all wounds, if we but call on him. Today, and in weeks to come, we pray for the family to receive healing and comfort. In time, may the family once again find joy and laughter. And as you recall the special moments and times of Donnie's short life, cherish them! These are the memories that keep Donnie alive and in our hearts forever.



With deepest Sympathy,

Debbie Wieters

March 9, 2005

Contessa, I love you and I will miss little Donnie alot. My thoughts and prayers are with you, and remember you will always be my baby girl, Nikki and I are saddened by your loss. We are here for you anytime you need us.

Cheryl Bright

March 9, 2005

My prayers goes out to the Toves family,My family lives across the street and I only got to meet Donato once on my visit home. I can still see his handsome smile as he came in the house. May the memories and love we all have had for Donato keep you strong. God bless you all.

Andreas Prinslow

March 9, 2005

Nothing can ever be said or done to easy the pain of loosing a loved one. All we can believe is that they are on a better place and that we will see them again. My prayers are with everyone.

lashaunda smith

March 9, 2005

to the family we send our deepest condolences to you in your time of bereavement.god has taken him home to live in heaven.for he is one of gods precious angels. weeping may endure for a night but joy will come in the morning.i know it is really hard at this time but god will see you through.continue to pray daily for your strength.we will keep you in our prayers.be encouraged that your son is safe and securein the arms of his heavenly father.

Ashley & Lexie Hendricks

March 9, 2005

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I've worked with many of the family memebers over the last couple years, therefore, I know the family was close. Also, just want to let Tessa, Daniel, Delores, Eldon, Dwayne and Jessica know that if they ever need anything they know how to reach me.

Joyce Martell

March 9, 2005

Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. I do not know your family, but was deeply impacted by the news of Donato's death and wanted to share my heartfelt sympathy.



May God bless you and your family.

Pearl Lujan

March 9, 2005

Contessa, my deepest sympathy and condolences to you and the family

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