of Batesville, AR
March 30, 1938 - January 24, 2016
James H. Toy, 77, of Batesville died Sunday, January 24, 2016, at his home.
Born March 30, 1938 in Tuckerman, Arkansas, he was the son of Ben F. Toy and Maggie (Sims) Toy.
James graduated from Arkansas State University with a master's degree in school administration and served as a teacher and then an administrator during 38 years in public education. Upon retiring as an educator, he worked 10 years in sales with KFFB Radio.
He was a wonderful, loving husband and father. He enjoyed singing and listening to gospel music, especially the Gaithers, as well as working in his yard and vegetable garden. He was a member of the Assemblies of God.
Survivors include his wife, Carolyn (Harris) Toy, and daughter, Teresa L. Toy, both of Batesville; and many extended family members.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A funeral service will held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 27, 2016, at the First Assembly of God in Searcy with Dr. Al Langston, Rev. Rusty Blann and Rev. Terry Davis officiating. Music will be provided by Buddy Nemenz, Terry and Cheryl Davis and Brian Mize.
Pallbearers are Calvin Estes Jr., Earl Langston, Mitchell Langston, George Coleman Jr., Mickey Sandlin and Gary Brannon Jr.
Burial will be at Antioch Cemetery in Beebe under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
Visitation will be in Batesville from 5:00-7:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 26, 2016, at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.
Mr, Toy was my geometry teacher when he taught at Northwest High School, House Springs, Mo. I adored him. Math was always a scary thing for me and he was the only teacher I ever had, including in college, that completely put me at ease, and didn't make me feel intimidated. I am a retired school teacher, and several of my young family members are teachers and becoming teachers. I recently spoke to them of him and how his gentle spirit put his students at ease. He actually made us enjoy the subject. I will always remember him. I send my warmest wishes to his wife and daughter and hope that you will take comfort in knowing that he was a great influence positively in my life and I am sure many others.
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Mr. Toy was a kind man. My love to you all.
I,m sorry to hear about Bro.Jay. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tammy and Joe Brewster
To The Family Of James H. Toy:
Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of James. Something that I have personally found in the Bible at John 5:28,29 and Revelation.
Theses verses tell us that soon God is going to bring about a resurrection of our dear love ones as well as do away with all causes we have for suffering, including sickness, and death. Knowing this has always comforted me and it is my hope that these thoughts will comfort your family also.
Sincerely,
Pat Bryant
I will always remember you as a kind Christian man. Desha supernatant you knew the students by name and most of our parents. So sorry for your families loss. My thoughts and prayers are with them.
Carolyn and Teresa know that God will help you both through.You both are in our prayers.May our Lord Jesus be with you both in the days to come. All our prayers
Teresa, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a true gentleman.
He will be missed.
Kitty
Sis. Toy, Steve and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Bro. Toy. Y'all are some of the sweetest people we've ever known. We look forward to seeing his sweet smile once again in Heaven.
All our love and prayers.
Aymee and Steve Flood
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Toy. He was the first superintendent I taught under. Prayers for peace and comfort, Mts. Toy and Theresa.
Teresa,
So sorry for your loss. May God put his loving arms around you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
I am sorry to hear of Mr. Toy's passing. I enjoyed teaching in Cabot High School under his leadership as Principal back in the 1970s.
My prayers and thoughts are with you all during your time of sorrow and loss.
Ms. Toy:
We are so sorry for the loss of your dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May our Lord give you peace and comfort your hearts during this time.
In Christ,
Laura & Marley Anderson
I am so sorry to hear this news. I will be keeping your family in my prayers.
They broke the mold after Mr. Toy. He was a blessing to so many. Our thoughts and prayers for your family.
Aunt Carolyn and Teresa,
We love you guys so much. Know that we are praying for you during this time! Uncle Jay was a wonderful man. I know that he has had a joyous reunion with our Father! Love you!
Dear Carolyn and Teresa,
I send you my deepest condolences during this difficult time. Although we rejoice because we are certain that Jay is now with our Lord, we will still feel the pain of missing him. I pray that God comforts you as you slowly adjust to a new chapter in your life without this gentle and loving man.. I am lucky to have had him influence my life.
Such a great honor to have known Bro. Toy. He always led us into the presence of God when leading worship and now he sings in the presence of God. Prayers for Sister Caroyln and Teresa.
Dustin says mister Toy was an amazing singer & he loved to listen to him. Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers.
We are sorry for your loss, Jay was an exceptional and Godly man. Love and prayers for the days ahead.
We will miss Jay! We will always remember how anointed his singing was and how God used him to bless our church services with his voice. He always sang with such joy! Carolyn and Teresa, you're in our prayers.May God give you strength and peacel We love you!
Carolyn and Teresa,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this most difficult time. May God surround you both with His Peace.
"When they arrive at the gates of death, God welcomes those who love Him".....Psalm 116:15