Roger Doyle Toney, 81, of Ellenboro, died Friday, June 11, 2021.
He was the son of the late Arbra & Hester Toney. Roger worked for 8 years in the Rutherford County Schools in the bus garage, and for many years operated his automotive repair shop before his retirement. He loved his tractors and farming.
He is survived by his wife, Jackie Taylor Toney; his son, Roger Edward "Eddie" Toney of Ellenboro; his daughters, Susan Malinda Toney of Ellenboro, and Kim Toney Lewis of Forest City; his brother, Max Toney and his wife Martha, of Sunshine; his grandchildren, Nigel White, Scott Overton-Toney, Taylor Lewis, and Erin Lewis; a great grandchild, Adelyn White; and a special friend, Lydia Arrowood.
The Funeral will be conducted at 2:00 pm Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at Corinth Baptist Church. The Rev. Mike Conner and Rev. Ad Hopper will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers are Alvin Toney, Junior Jones, Richard Wilkerson, Charlie Lewis, Kevin Buckner, and Timmy Bennett. Kevin Anderson will serve as an Honorary Pallbearer.
The Visitation will be from 12:00 pm until 1:45 PM Tuesday at the church prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, 950 West Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605.
Washburn & Dorsey Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.