James Toenjes

Bonne Terre – James E. Toenjes (formerly of Columbia, IL), 82, of Bonne Terre, Missouri, passed away October 20, 2020 at St. Joe Manor in Bonne Terre.  He was born June 25, 1938 in Belleville, IL, to the late Arthur and Louise (Saul) Toenjes.  Jim married Carol (Arras) Toenjes on September 20, 1958 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Columbia. 

In addition to his wife, Mr. Toenjes is survived by his children Tammy (John) Davis, Tom (Jan) Toenjes, Tim Toenjes, Terri (Stephen) Dougherty, Tracy Toenjes (Steven Arras), and Toni (Ricky) Becker; 10 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; brother Jay (Deanna) Toenjes; and sister-in-law Barbara (Schon) Toenjes.  He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Jack Toenjes, sister Jean Marie Metter, brother-in-law Clem Toenjes, and grandson Nicholas Davis.

Jim was a great ball player and horseshoe thrower. He loved fishing, mushroom hunting and gardening.  He belonged to Knights of Columbus, was a Columbia volunteer fireman for 30 years, and a Teamster for 38 years.  Jim was loved by all.

No formal services will be held per the family’s request.  Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to Serenity Hospice Care, 5272 Flat River Road, Park Hills, MO 63601 or Columbia Fire Department, 1020 N Main, Columbia, IL  62236.  C.Z. Boyer & Son in Bonne Terre is handling the arrangements.