James F. Toner, 94, passed away peacefully Monday, February 10, 2025 at his home, surrounded by the people he loved most.

Born Aug. 9, 1930 in Roxana, he was a son of Charles L. Toner, Sr. and Lula Belle (Red) Toner.

A proud U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, he served his country from 1951-1953. He worked for 42 years as a utility man for Laclede Steel, retiring in 1992. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, playing cards, and watching westerns. He also loved spending time with and was very proud of the "littles".

Jim married Elizabeth Karl Dec. 6, 1950 in Las Cruces, NM.  She passed away Apr. 6, 1966.

Survivors include his children, Jaimee Toner of Wood River, Timothy Toner of Rankin, IL, Karla Yotter of Casey, IL, and Stephanie Waggoner of Rosewood Heights; grandchildren, Pamela (David) Boger, Laura Hale, Rachael (Jerry) Capriglione, Brittney Yotter, Alisha Yotter, Toni Waggoner, Kalie Waggoner, Devon Toner and Brandon Toner; 17 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; and his sister, Judy Cohn of Town & Country, MO.

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; a granddaughter, Stevie Waggoner; his loving companion Hazel Moyer; a daughter-in-law, Cathy Toner; and two brothers, Charles "Chuck" Toner, Jr. and Maurice Toner.

Private services were held.

An online guestbook is available at www.paynicfh.com