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William J. Toleman

William J. Toleman

  • May 9, 1937 - January 23, 2012
  • Salem, New York
  • Salem Rescue Squad
    P.O. Box 360
    Salem, NY 12865
  • St. Paul's Episcopal Church
    P.O. Box 484
    Salem, NY 12865
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“My condolenses go out to Bills family. I had the honor of enjoying Bills company each day while we walked together at Florida Hospital in...Read More » ”
1 of 21 | Posted by: Reba Williams - Zephyrhills, FL

“Condolances to the Toleman Family I knew Bill since the day he was born--knew the whole family. I had the pleasure of Sonny riding & driving trial...Read More » ”
2 of 21 | Posted by: Edward J Zuzick Sr - Stillwater, NY

“bill was a vear nice man he allways was a happy person he well be missed vear much sind jennifer pushee and family ”
3 of 21 | Posted by: jennifer l pushee and mark and licia smith - NY

“I used to meet Bill up in Blind Buck on one of our many walks. Always had something nice to say. When he was up to Bud's he'd always bring him down...Read More » ”
4 of 21 | Posted by: Kathy Chambers

“To all Bill's family, my condolences. He was a good friend and christian and like me, a fan of bluegrass music. We worked together at Ft Edward and I...Read More » ”
5 of 21 | Posted by: Dick Cooke - Champlain, NY

“I remember having coffee at the old diner on route 9 after work at fort edward express with super k and other drivers and having some good times ! ”
6 of 21 | Posted by: jim colton - south glens falls, NY

“Bill was a great friend. We have known him for years. Very friendly and such a hard worker. RIP. ”
7 of 21 | Posted by: Sally & Bill Getty - Kissimmee, FL

“I worked with Bill at Fort Edward Express. We went camping together and we had a lot of great times. Remained friends through out the years. Had...Read More » ”
8 of 21 | Posted by: Don Cullett - Saratoga Springs, NY

“Worked with Bill for many years at Fort Edward Express and had some good visits with him when we were in Flordia.Bill was always there for people who...Read More » ”
9 of 21 | Posted by: Jack and Bonny Collins - FL

“JIM , YOU WILL BE MISSED. I COULD NEVER THANK YOU ENOUGH FOR ALL YOU DID FOR MY BROTHER WHEN HE WAS SO SICK. HELPING WITH THE YARD WORK AT HIS FLA...Read More » ”
10 of 21 | Posted by: ANN GREGG - Gansevoort, NY

“I have a very favorite moment as my happiest memory with my Uncle Sonny. It was Easter 2010. He drove down the day before and we decided that we...Read More » ”
11 of 21 | Posted by: Carol Coffinger - Boca Raton, FL

“Uncle Jim, You were always the one who tried to keep the family close & in contact with one another. I always liked the surprise visits when you just...Read More » ”
12 of 21 | Posted by: Deedee - Argyle, NY - niece

“Uncle Sonny was a "trip" to say the least. My first and favorite memory of him was as a toddler. My Dad had died in Japan and Mom and I were...Read More » ”
13 of 21 | Posted by: Linda Marlo - Salem, NY - Niece

“To Bill's family my sincere condolences. I had the pleasure of working with Bill early on in my career twenty something years ago and I could say...Read More » ”
14 of 21 | Posted by: Travis Dubois - Fort Edward, NY

“To Bill's family my sincere condolences. I had the pleasure of working with Bill early on in my career twenty something years ago and I could say...Read More » ”
15 of 21 | Posted by: Travis Dubois - Fort Edward, NY

“Toleman Family, Our sincere condolences for the loss of your Dad.. Uncle Jim, Your Love for the Lord was an inspiration for all of us to seek...Read More » ”
16 of 21 | Posted by: Paula & Michael McPherson

“A big gap is left in our hearts with your passing, Uncle Sonny. The very last words you spoke to me in person (with a big smile and a little, happy...Read More » ”
17 of 21 | Posted by: Jan Coffinger Baxter - Lexington, MA

“I have many fond memories of Bill from the years I worked with him at Fort Edward Express. I remember him as a true gentleman and was proud to call...Read More » ”
18 of 21 | Posted by: Walt Baird - Ocala, FL - Friend

“To the family of Bill, Your father,brother,cousin,will be missed by all. He was so liked wherever he was. He has a special place in our hearts,for...Read More » ”
19 of 21 | Posted by: mike and maria riccio - argyle, , NY

“We will miss you very much Uncle Sonny. You always had a big smile on your face and we had so many great conversations when we saw each other. I...Read More » ”
20 of 21 | Posted by: Paul & Nancy Coffinger - Yakima, WA

“Bill was always very upbeat and friendly. He made the sun shine if it wasn't already. Our prayers and sympathy to all his family. ”
21 of 21 | Posted by: Rose Mary and Ken Sheffield - NY


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Salem, NY-William J. Toleman, 74, of Salem, passed away Monday, January 23, 2012 at the Hernando-Pasco Hospice in Dade City, Florida. Born May 9, 1937 in Albany, Bill was the son of the late F. Earl and Irma (Hanna) Toleman. He attended school in Schuylerville and was a truck driver for Fort Edward Express for many years. Bill enjoyed traveling in his motor home and loved attending Gospel Music Shows. He was a longtime member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Salem where he was a past Vestryman. Bill could be seen working around the property of the church on any given day. He was a volunteer at NEWCO in Salem.
Bill is survived by his children, Sherry, Patricia, James, Anthony, Michael and Christopher; his sister, Marian Coffinger and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews & cousins.
In addition to his parents, Bill was also predeceased by a brother, Paul Toleman; two sisters, Florence Brooks and Dorothy Christensen.
A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 32 East Broadway Salem with The Very Rev. Gary Kriss officiating. Interment will take place at Fairmont Cemetery in Quaker Springs on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 10:00 am.
It was Bill's request that there be no calling hours.
Memorial contributions in Bill's memory may be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 484, Salem, NY 12865 or the Salem Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 360, Salem, NY 12865.