Nancy Ann Toland

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Memorial Service
Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church
4823 Woodlawn
Little Rock, AR  72205
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
10:00 a.m.

Nancy Ann TolandI am a Veteran.

of Little Rock, AR

November 27, 1935 - September 9, 2022

Nancy Story Toland ("Manee"), passed away peacefully September 9th, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Nancy was born in Council Bluffs, IA and spent her younger years in Hillcrest. She is preceded in death by her parents, Vern and Norma Story and three siblings. She is survived by her children, Susan Cookus and Chuck Toland; three grandchildren, Keith Cookus, Lindsay Van Parys and Jacob Toland and three great-grandchildren, Myles, Grayson and Shelby Van Parys.

Nancy grew up an active member of Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, where the children's building is named after her mother. It was there she met her infamous bridge club members and best friends. Nancy loved her family something fierce and never missed her grandchildren's sporting events. She loved Razorback football, yard sales, Panama City Beach, sweet tea "with an extra glass of ice", shopping, sharing her candy stash and giving to others. She brought whimsy and flair to any event she attended, always adding extra life to any party.

Nancy's infectious smile and cheerful demeanor greeted all who entered War Memorial Stadium for the 47 years that she was office manager, retiring finally at age 81. Nancy was also secretary of the University of Arkansas Razorback Club, Letterman's Club (18 years) and The Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame (22 years), where she was also inducted as an honorary member. Nancy will forever be remembered by her generous spirit and is a legend to all that knew her.

A memorial service will be 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church.


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28 Condolence(s)
Susan Jones Boe
LITTLE ROCK, AR
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Sunday, October 16, 2022

Dearest Chuck and Susan, I was so sad to hear your Momma has passed into spirit. We lost Daddy a year ago and I know all too well the path you are now on with neither parent with us on earth. I know you will find comfort in SOO many happy memories. I just loved your Momma. She was so fun and seemed to love having her house full of all we teenagers! I have the warmest memories of hanging out at your house after youth events. It was always so cozy and decorated to the hilt!! She truly was a legend!! All my love and thanksgiving for our Mommas and Daddies.

Mary Graydon Jessen
Richardson, TX
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Sunday, October 2, 2022

Susan & Chuck, I am praying for ms y happy memories with your sweet Momma. She was a delightful woman & I can’t believe she is gone. Much love, Mary Graydon Jessen

Don Christian
Little Rock, AR
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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

What a wonderful person Nancy was! She was so helpful during the construction of the Letterman’s Room at War Memorial Stadium. We could not have had the banquet for the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame without Nancy. She did all the work and always with a smile on her face. Pam and I will miss her.
Don Christian

Grayson H
Athens, AL
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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Will always miss her💜

Shawn Blazer McNerlin
Little Rock, AR
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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

My prayers and thoughts go out to the family for Nancy. - Shawn

Staci and Scott Grimed
Little Rock, AR
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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

🙏♥️

Gary Smith
Little Rock, AR
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Monday, September 12, 2022

Nancy will be missed. I had the pleasure of working with her for many years at War Memorial Stadium. She was pleasant, fun, and helped manage the entire operation. I always enjoyed kidding with her, and she could hold her own with anyone. Nancy was a true treasure and one of a kind.

Don & Carma Stanley
Georgetown, KY
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Monday, September 12, 2022

Cassie Briscoe
North Little Rock, AR
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Monday, September 12, 2022

Miss Nancy will be missed. She was always there for us at War Memorial on game day.. from food, hugs, passes, coffee, supplies, etc… whatever we needed. Always remembered those of us who passed thru the office. She will always have a place in my heart

Jimmy O Bailey
Fayetteville, AR
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Monday, September 12, 2022

Wayne Dyer
Hot Springs Village, AR
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Monday, September 12, 2022

RIP, my dear friend. So glad i was able to be a small part of your life for almost 25 years.

Carl Minden
Little Rock, AR
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Monday, September 12, 2022

Nancy was the absolute best. She always took care of us at the stadium. Nothing like Nancy's pound cake on an early morning Razorback game day. She will be missed by many! Prayers for the family.

Nina & David Butler
Cabot, AR
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Monday, September 12, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of this sweet lady.

Sandy King
Hot Springs, AR
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Monday, September 12, 2022

She was a LEGEND … A LEADER FOR US ALL… and a Mother & Friend to ALL. I Thank God for her coming into my Life. Thanks to all the family for sharing and understanding the Gifts she Gave to All she came in contact with. To the Whole Family I’m so sorry for Your Loss. She will always have A Special place in my Heart and Life cause she Touched It.

Roger JONES
Mabelvale, AR
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Monday, September 12, 2022

Mike Verkler
Lonoke, AR
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Karen Stanley
Little rock, AR
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

JB and Sherrise Stephens
Alexander, AR
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Thank you for sharing your sweet Momma with the WM gang-she was everyone’s Mom there! God bless you and her dear memory. We love you, Jim Bob and Sherrise

Brother Richard Sanker
Little Rock, AR
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Nancy was always so kind to me. In fact, I noticed she was so kind to everyone. she was that kind of classy lady. May she rest in the great peace that she so well deserves.

Neal and Kathy Nichols
Bella Vista, AR
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

She was a very special lady, and will always hold a special place in my heart.

Bob and Beverly Rook
Mabelvale, AR
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with Nancy’s family. We cannot imagine this earth without her. We knew her from day one at the stadium. She was a joy and a blessing to be around.

Jim and Betty Stanley
Little Rock, AR
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Ashley Smiley
Nashville, TN
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Love you Manee. I hope you are making banana pudding for Miguel in Heaven. ❤️

Sam Williams
Little, AR
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

What an amazing woman. She was so, so good to me

Lindsay Van Parys
Sherwood, AR
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Love you, Manee!

Susie Hollis
Little Rock, AR
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

So very sorry for your loss and sending prayers for comfort for you all in this difficult time.

Laura Story
Little Rock, AR
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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Ronnie & Marcy Johnson
Hot Springs, AR
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Saturday, September 10, 2022

Prayers are with you 🙏