Ryan Edward Toney

Ryan Edward Toney, 31, of Elgin, died Nov. 9 at his home. His graveside service will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday at Elgin Cemetery. A reception will immediately follow at the Elgin Stampede Hall. Casual dress is encouraged.

Ryan was born Oct. 12, 1979, to Edward Larry and Gail Marie (Hays) Toney of La Grande. He grew up in Elgin and attended Elgin High School where he played football. After graduation he was employed by Boise Cascade as a lathe operator.

Ryan enjoyed all outdoor activities including fishing, camping, barbecuing and Dutch-oven cooking. He was an avid hunter and a talented artist. He liked spending time with his dog, Nanook.

Ryan had a great love for his children.

Surviving are his spouse, Kaylee, and children, Alyssa and Edward of Elgin; parents, Ed and Gail of Elgin; sisters and their spouses, Heidi and Casey Hallgarth and Beth and Gregg Luse of Elgin; grandparents, Larry and Colleen Toney and Beverly Hays; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and one niece and three nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Clarence Hays; great-grandmother, Hazel Toney; and great-aunt, Claudia Gilkison.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial trust fund has been created at Community Bank to accept donations in support of Alyssa and Edward Toney, Ryan's children. Memories of Ryan may be sent to Kaylee and her family at [email protected] e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

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