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Larry Wendell Toone
November 1, 1942 - January 7, 2011

Mr. Larry Wendell Toone was born on Sunday, November 1, 1942, son of the late Jesse Wendell Toone and Mary Irene Ray Toone. He died Friday, January 7, 2011 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro, Ark., at the age of 68 years 2 Months and 6 Days. He was born and a lifetime resident of Trumann. Mr. Toone was a retired truck driver, veteran of the Army National Guard and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Trumann. He was preceded in death by one son, Larry Bryan Toone, and his father, Jesse Wendell Toone. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Patsy Ann Gray Toone of the home; one daughter, Hollie Stevens and husband Jeff of Trumann; mother, Irene Toone of Trumann; two sisters, Susan Schnepf and Kelly Thorn both of Trumann; one brother, Danny Toone of Flint, Mich.; two grandsons, Jesse and Justin Stevens. Funeral service will be Monday, January 10, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann with Bro. Austin Missey officiating. Burial will follow in Willis Cemetery near Harrisburg, Ark. Pallbearers will be Derek Lueallen, Mike Beeson, Cory Beeson, Maurice Marsolan, Robert Schnepf and Jason Schnepf. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Davis, Jimmy Davis, Braden Byrd, Henry Secrease, Wayne Waters, Jesse Williams, Oliver Hinds, Phil Smith and Johnny Whitlatch. Visitation will be Sunday evening from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Calvary Baptist Church, 305 Bell St., Trumann, AR 72472. An online register can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net

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  1. Jenifer (Prichard) Mott, Flippin, AR says
    January 18, 2011

    My prayers are with you.

  2. Sherry (Willis) McMunn, Marked Tree, AR says
    January 14, 2011

    Hollie and Family:I am so sorry for you loss. Know that myself and my family are here if you need us. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you all in this difficult time.

  3. Leonard & Demetreal Harp, Trumann, AR says
    January 14, 2011

    Hollie & Patsy, I am so sorry for your loss. I did not hear about this until Sunday morning and could not come. You will both be in my thoughts & prayers.Love & Prayers

  4. LINDA(LIVELY)WEST, Memphis,Tenn says
    January 13, 2011

    Iam so sorry to hear about your loved.Larry was a very great person he loved life so well and aoways trying to help others.May God Bless Everyone.He is in no more pain and in Hevan. Linda West

  5. Brenda LaFarlette Stephens, Henderson, AR says
    January 11, 2011

    Patsy,So sorry to hear about Larry's passing. My heart and prayers are with you.

  6. Kimberly Davis Moore, Memphis, TN says
    January 11, 2011

    Patsy and Hollie, I was so sad to hear about Larry. You all were such a big part of my growing up. I love you and miss you all so much. You are in my prayers. I am so sorry I couldn't get down for the services because of the weather. But please know that I am thinking of you and praying for you. I will try and get down soon and come and visit you. Love you!Kim

  7. Ron and Kay Massey, Jonesboro says
    January 11, 2011

    Patsy,Ron and I are so very sorry for your lost. May God be with you and help you through this difficult time. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.Ron and Kay Lynn Massey

  8. Leon Dale Walton, Trumann says
    January 10, 2011

    My prayers are for the family,at this time of loss. Larry and i go back a long way, i will miss him for a while. I will see him again one day.Larry would want you to keep Jesus in your Heart.Dale Walton

  9. Michelle Holley Sullivan, Jonesboro, AR says
    January 10, 2011

    Hollie,I am so sorry to hear of your Dad. I will remember you and your family in my prayers.

  10. Bryan and Randi Jo Kelso, Bella Vista, AR says
    January 10, 2011

    Our deepest sympathies...May God comfort and keep you in his arms.

  11. Marsha Speakman, Trumann, AR says
    January 10, 2011

    Patsy and Hollie,I know how special Larry was to you both and I am so sorry. I also know how much he loved his family and what a good man he was.You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  12. walter leon irwin, holland michigan says
    January 10, 2011

    A friend and classmate will be missed.

  13. Patti McWayne, Trumann says
    January 10, 2011

    Holly, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

  14. Phyllis Cooper, Memphis,TN says
    January 10, 2011

    Our thought and prayers are with the family. Sorry, we didn't know about his passing until Monday or we would have been there for you. Love you, from the family of CLaud Golden. Love You, Phyllis

  15. Jerita Lairson, Judsonia,Ar says
    January 10, 2011

    Patsy and Hollie, My deepest condolences to your family. You will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. I pray God comfort and bring you peace. I have always thought the world of your family!! I love you all!!

  16. Christie Dunman, Trumann says
    January 10, 2011

    Holly, Jesse, and Justin,I am sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

  17. Fred and Lois Farmer, Trumann says
    January 10, 2011

    Pasty, we are so sorry for your loss, you and Larry have been the best neighbors anyone could ask for, and we sure are going to miss him. He was always mowing someone's front yard for them. If we can help you in any way please call us at any time.Love,Fred and Lois

  18. Nancy Dill Whitman, Rosamond, California says
    January 10, 2011

    I am praying for God's grace on the Toone family as they go through this great sorrow. God's grace is sufficient even in separation.Praise God for the happy reunion that will come in Heaven.

  19. Ken and Becky Allen, Batesville , Ar says
    January 9, 2011

    Danny and family of Larry, Our sympathy is with your family on your loss. Larry and I played many ball games , growing up on Douglas St in Trumann. He was a good athlete and a good sport. You all are in our prayers.

  20. LINDA(LIVELY)WEST, Memphis,Tenn says
    January 9, 2011

    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of a loved one.He was loved by everyone a very caring person.May God Bless All. Linda (lively)West

  21. James and Carin McClung, Trumann says
    January 9, 2011

    Holly - We were very sad to hear of your loss.

  22. Wayne Ward, Forrest City, Ar says
    January 9, 2011

    A friend and classmate, will be missed.

  23. Elmo "MO" Lane, Trumann,Ar. says
    January 9, 2011

    My heart is very heavey because I lost a very dear friend. Larry will be missed by all who knew him. He is now in the hands of our Savior the lord Jesus. His race has been run and he has received his reward.Larry please just knida slow down and we will all be together again. as he promised we would. Love you little brother---"MO"

  24. Susan and Jerry King, trumann says
    January 9, 2011

    What a wonderful neighbor you were to us and our kids for many years. We love you and Patsy with all our heart and will greatly miss you. Sleep well our friend until we meet you again. We love you and if you need anything Patsy let us know. Our prayers are with you Patsy, Holly , Jesse and Justin.

  25. Brenda Bradsher, Bay, Ar. says
    January 9, 2011

    WAS ALWAYS FOND OF LARRY, DANNY, AND SUSIE, WE WERE CHILDHOOD PLAYMATES ON OAKLAND AND DOUGLAS SYREETS. I KNOW HOW SAD YOU ARE AND MY PRAYER FOR YOU IS PEACE AND COMFORT THAT ONLY GOD CAN GIVE.

  26. Cheryl Boyd , says
    January 9, 2011

    Patsy, Irene and family, I am so sorry for your loss but rejoice with you that you will see Larry again one day in heaven. I am praying for you and all of your family.

  27. Diana Milligan, Trumann, Ar. 72472 says
    January 9, 2011

    Patsy and family. my prays and heart felt love go out to you.Larry was a very special person and will be greatly missed.Diana

  28. Paul,Melissa Bandy, Trumann,AR says
    January 9, 2011

    We are so sad to hear of Larry Toone passing. He was a good man that loved his family so much.God needed his help and took him away from his family. Never think he is gone forever he is there with you all you just cant see him. He is your angel and he will take care of you all. May god be with you and your family.

  29. Jessica Womble, Jonesboro, Ar says
    January 9, 2011

    Hollie, Patsy and family,I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for each of you that God give you comfort. May God be with you in the coming days. Much love to you both!!Love,Jessica

  30. Phil and Kim Smith, Trumann, AR says
    January 9, 2011

    Kim and I are truly sorry for your loss. Larry always held a special place in my heart. I will miss him. I know God has embraced him and taken him into his fold.

  31. Deborah ( Ray ) McCollum, Lyons, IL. says
    January 9, 2011

    Dear Patsy & Family, My heart breaks for you. As i think of Larry I will always remember his laugh. I think Susie said it best. He was like a big loveable teddy bear! I will lift you all up in my prays. God bless & comfort you.

  32. carolyn mitchusson, lizella,ga says
    January 9, 2011

    we are so sorry prayers to all carolyn and aubrey

  33. Susan (Carr) McGruder, Memphis, Tennessee says
    January 9, 2011

    Dear Hollie and family, I am very sorry for the loss of your beloved Daddy. I wish you much peace and love. Love, Susan

  34. Rickie Summers, Jbr.Ark says
    January 9, 2011

    Patsy and family our heart was saddened to hear about Larry's homegoing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and rest of the family.YOUR FRIENDS,Rick and Deborah Summers

  35. John Jaynes, Jonesboro says
    January 9, 2011

    Hollie and Patsy. I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Thinking of you and your family during this time!

  36. George & Beth Nunnally, Bentonville, AR says
    January 9, 2011

    All of you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

  37. RAYMOND REEDY, troy, tennessee says
    January 9, 2011

  38. Nikki (Richardson) Pate, Trumann, AR says
    January 9, 2011

    Hollie, I'm so sorry for your loss! Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.

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