Ben & Vivian Toner

BEN & VIVIAN TONER

Benjamin Hugh Toner – August 3, 1934 – October 18, 2020

Vivian Joan Toner (nee Kemp) May 17, 1934 – January 14, 2023

After each battling lengthy illnesses Ben and Vivian are once again with each other!

Ben is predeceased by Parents Vera and Charles Toner and sister Lillian (Gordon) Jackson. Vivian is predeceased by Parents Margaret and John Kemp, brother Billy, and sisters Selma and Jean.

Ben and Vivian are survived by their children: Linda-Lee (Peter) Bowen, Brian and Kevin Toner and Rosalie (Tony) Bernardo. They also have five grandchildren Aaron, Ashley (Jake), Frankie (Alejandra), Justin and Katelyn. They were also a loving Aunt and Uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Ben and Vivian’s cherished pets, Damarchk and ChaCha, have also crossed the Rainbow Bridge.

Ben and Vivian were both born and raised in Hamilton and moved to Grimsby in 1964. While living in Hamilton Vivian worked at Rapid Blue Print and Ben worked at Westinghouse and then Stelco, Hilton Works, for 38 years until his retirement.

After moving to Grimsby Ben and Vivian continued their Church life as members of St. John’s Presbyterian Church. They enjoyed being involved with their Church Community. Vivian worked at Kilean Lodge and the Red Cross. Throughout their lives they were both involved with various charities; Scouting with Children with disabilities, the Niagara Region and the Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy (OFCP). Ben and Vivian gave back to their community in many ways, Ben served as Chair and President of various Boards and Vivian served on many Committees. Many organizations have benefited from their commitment, passion and wisdom.

Vivian and Ben had a great affection for family and children. They were always forthcoming in helping those less fortunate or in need. Ben had a special love for Christmas time and often played Santa to many Christmas celebrations with several organizations. They were both very generous with their time, kindness, and support.

They are dearly loved and will be missed by many.

Visitation will take place at St. John’s Presbyterian Church (12 Mountain Street, Grimsby) on Friday, January 27th from 6-8:30 pm. A Celebration of their Lives will be held Saturday, January 28th at St. John’s; with visitation starting at noon and Service beginning at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. John’s Presbyterian Church, the OFCP, or the Niagara Alzheimer’s Society.