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Memorial Service
5:30 pm
Monday, March 5, 2018
Eastern Hills Bible Church
8277 Cazenovia Rd
Manlius, New York, United States
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Eastern Hills Bible Church
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John Toole posted a condolence
Monday, October 1, 2018
When I heard the news of Bob from family my soul emptied and I turned white as
a ghost inside and out and I feel their was a couple of last things I should have
talked to Bob about that I left unsaid and I feel much the same about Bob and Karol's
wonderful, great, son Andrew Thomas "Drew" Toole. Karol is a great mother to Thomas, as she was to Drew also. Karol was a great wife to Bob. I called Andrew daily from Van Duyn Nursing Home next to Community Hospital Upstate West Campus "Andrew proud of you, keep up the good work. uncle john." "Andrew are you mad at me for calling you @ 3am no uncle john i am not mad at you. 8 am daily
i called Andrew even the day he met the the Lord.
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Blake Wagner posted a condolence
Sunday, May 6, 2018
I’m shocked to learn tonight of Bobs passing. Such a kind, kind man. Prayers for Karol and the family
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matt belman posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
My deepest sympathies to all of you. I enjoyed being with Bob at Vet school for 4 years. He was always a thoughtful and friendly member of our class and a friend. Matthew Belman BS. DVM.MRCVS
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Kenneth Byman posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 21, 2018
Dear Karol and family,
It has taken me by surprise to learn of Bob's passing and even longer to respond to you and offer you my heartfelt condolences for your loss. We sat next to each other in many vet school classes and shared many laughs. We also enjoyed fighting over who got to the sports section in the library first in between classes and traded elbows playing basketball down campus on Sundays. It seems like only yesterday we were talking about how the Yankees were playing .He would have really looked forward to this season! He always had a smile on his face and a kind word to share. Kyle and I even got to take Dr. Fox's large animal medicine oral exam together with Bob .I will always remember and cherish my time getting to know and love the big fella. Even when he knocked the basketball backboard on my head behind anatomy in the parking lot. So many great memories. God bless and be strong in his absence.
Sincerely,
Ken Byman ,DVM Class 1989
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Doug and Maureen Compoli posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 20, 2018
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Toole. He was very beloved at Compoli Farms. When he retired we were sad and now we are sadder. Please know we are thinking of his family at this time.
Sincerely
Doug & Maureen Compoli
Compoli Farms
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Robert Gilbert posted a condolence
Friday, March 16, 2018
Dear Toole Family:
I was shocked to hear of Bob's death and my sympathy is extended to all of you. Bob was one of the first students I had extensive contact with after my arrival at Cornell in 1988, mainly because of his interest in reproduction and embryo transfer. Because of those shared interests, and because he stayed in the Upstate NY region, I remained in contact with him. He even helped us many years later in a research project. He was a wonderful colleague, calm, unassuming and utterly dependable. I will miss him.
Kind regards,
Rob Gilbert
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Lyn LaBar, Cornell Veterinary College posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Dear Mrs. Toole, On behalf of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, please accept my condolences on the passing of your husband Dr. Robert Toole. We have shared this news with his classmates from the DVM class of 1989. If I may be of assistance at this difficult time, please let me know. Sincerely, Lyn LaBar
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Blane Allen posted a condolence
Monday, March 12, 2018
Bob was a fraternity brother when I was at Alpha Zeta. He was very dedicated and hard working toward his goal of becoming a veterinarian. I am so glad he was able to accomplish that. Bob was always well liked. Even though he may have been quiet/shy at the beginning he was a wonderful, contributing member of the fraternity. He was a wonderful person and I truly enjoyed our friendship while at Cornell. I was very saddened to hear of your loss and my thoughts and prayers to out to you and all family members. Blane Allen AZ class of 79.
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Paul Gallagher posted a condolence
Sunday, March 11, 2018
I first crossed paths with Bob in the fall of 1978 when we were both freshmen at Cornell University. Bob was a little bigger than the rest of us and a little older than the rest of us, but you could tell by his determination and focus that he was a pre-vet. As I got to know Bob, I discovered that he was also a very kind and gentle person. Our paths crossed again when in the spring of 1979 I joined Alpha Zeta fraternity. Bob had already joined Alpha Zeta in the fall of 1978. A part of our pledge program for the fraternity included the selection of a big brother. The choice for me was obvious, and I chose Bob as my big brother. The plan was for the big brother and little brother to room together in the fraternity house the following year. However, Bob took a job at the Cornell Teaching and Research Center, located quite a distance from campus, that required him to live there the following year, so we did not have the opportunity to room together. Over our remaining years at Cornell, our paths would cross on campus frequently as we both took many common courses. In our senior year, Bob applied to vet school, but unfortunately was not accepted. But Bob was prepared and had applied and was accepted into a master's program at Virginia Tech, a path which ultimately led him to vet school. However, before he left for Virginia Tech, there was something else he had to do. Something equally important to him as vet school. I remember a day in the spring of our senior year when Bob appeared at the fraternity house one Friday afternoon and I could sense his excitement. He called me into the kitchen to show me something. There in the kitchen was a huge sheet cake. Now if I had a huge sheet cake, the last place I would bring it was to the fraternity house on a Friday afternoon. But Bob was especially proud of this cake and wanted to show it to everyone. Written on the face of the cake was "Karol will you marry me", and Bob was planning on using the cake to "pop the question" later that evening. Bob then asked me what I thought. My response was "Gee Bob, if I come along can I have a piece?" Well, I never did get a piece of the cake, but we all know how successful this plan worked out.
Over the years I have been fortunate to remain connected to Bob and Karol. My family and I always looked forward to attending their 4th of July BBQ and on occasion dinners together in between. Some years the day at their camp was the only summer vacation I had, and it always meant a lot to be able to attend.
I was always very proud of Bob for how he overcame obstacles, persevered and ended up where he wanted to be. His determination and faith served him well in this life. It will serve him even further in the next life. God bless you Bob Toole.
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Bob and Susie Lucas posted a condolence
Saturday, March 10, 2018
Bob was a great man, a lover of animals and people. We surely enjoyed him. He will be missed.
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Anthony Hall posted a condolence
Saturday, March 10, 2018
Dear Toole Family
Sorry very sorry to hear this news of the untimely passing of Bob. I came over to the USA from Britain in the dairy sector in 1997. Bob was always kind, thoughtful and generous and I always enjoyed my interactions with him at Longridge View Dairy.
My wife and I are deeply saddened at this news and our sincerest condolences and warmest thoughts are extended to you all.
Tony and Eileen Hal
Canastota
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George (Bud) Studor posted a condolence
Thursday, March 8, 2018
Karol and family,
My heartfelt sympathy for you all - I feel that you and we and the world have lost a really good man, but God has won the victory, we know, over death. And I thank the Lord that Bob's name is in the book of life! I have good memories of Bob from Cazenovia High School and we and I shared progress and lack of it in homework and tests. He was always honest and very smart, but never proud. Though we didn't keep in touch after graduation, I was not surprised at the wonderful contributions he made to mankind, and the Lord's work which we'll hear more about when we are together someday. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus though all this - He is the way, the truth and the life!
All God's Peace and Blessings to you,
Bud Studor - Caz HS '72
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Becky, Brian and Katie Oster posted a condolence
Thursday, March 8, 2018
Karol and family- We were sad to hear the passing of Bob. He had done great ET work For the Oster Farm in the past. He will surely be missed by many. RIP Bob.
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Donald and Connie DeGroat posted a condolence
Thursday, March 8, 2018
Dear Karol and Thomas,
So saddened to hear the news about Bob. Such a humble kind hearted man.He was our vet when we were farming and he always love cows as if they were his own.Your memories are what we have in our heart. He will always be with you. May the love of family and friends comfort you during this difficult days. Our most heartfelt condolences.
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Dave Van Metre posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. Bob was a vet school classmate who always made me laugh. I am sure he continued to bring joy to many after we parted ways at graduation. He will be missed and remembered by many!
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Larry Levinson posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
Lisa and i are are so sorry and so sadden ...........
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Deborah Fisher posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
So sorry for your loss of Bob. I am glad to have gotten to know him while in veterinary school together. He was a very kind, compassionate man and veterinarian. He will be missed here on earth but I am sure is very welcome in his heavenly home.
Deborah Fisher D.V.M. Vet class of 1989
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Tom Van Alstine posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Carol and Thomas, i just heard today and wish I could have made it. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Love you guys Tom and family
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Jim Raulli posted a condolence
Monday, March 5, 2018
Karol - I am so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My heart breaks for you with the hardships you have dealt with these past few years. I am thinking of you and your son, and all your family.
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Westfall Family posted a condolence
Monday, March 5, 2018
We will truly miss Dr. Toole. He was one of a kind.
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cathy dygert kelley posted a condolence
Monday, March 5, 2018
Karol, Thomas and family, I was deeply saddened to hear the news of Bob's passing. My heart breaks for you, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May Bob find great peace to be reunited with Andrew and his parents. God Bless you! Cathy Dygert Kelley and Family
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Emily Dain posted a condolence
Sunday, March 4, 2018
Fair winds and following seas Bob. Love and condolences to all of the Tooles.
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The Ferry family posted a condolence
Sunday, March 4, 2018
Our condolences on the passing of Doc Toole. He was a great Vet and will be missed by many. Prayer for his family.
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Martha Moore posted a condolence
Sunday, March 4, 2018
Dear Karole & Thomas, Steve & I were so shocked and saddened to hear this news. Our thoughts are with you and your extended family.
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Tim Curtis posted a condolence
Sunday, March 4, 2018
Although I have not seen Bobbie since high school, I am deeply saddened. I have fond memories of him.
I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you in my thoughts in the coming days and weeks.
Blessings on your family,
Tim Curtis
Caz class of '72
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Nancy Dreschel posted a condolence
Sunday, March 4, 2018
Dear Karol and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss of Bob. He was such a kind and humble man. You and he were both such wonderful influences on our vet school community. God bless you and your family at this time.
Sincerely,
Nancy (Erickson) Dreschel
Cornell DVM Class of 89
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Gary Waters posted a condolence
Sunday, March 4, 2018
I remember Bob with great fondness from high school days, and pray that you will be comforted and strengthened during this time of loss.
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Claudia L Casavecchia posted a condolence
Sunday, March 4, 2018
Bob was such a kind and giving individual. As a member of our class of '89 he will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with his lovely wife and family at this time.
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Vicki Fleming posted a condolence
Saturday, March 3, 2018
There are no words. We love you so much and our hearts hurt with yours. Bob was such a sweet, gentle man. Sending many prayers.
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Tammy O'Connell posted a condolence
Saturday, March 3, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family in this very sad time. I wish you the best and I will see you on Monday.
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