We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Alton Walter Toole at the age of 76. Alton passed peacefully surrounded by his family on December 19, 2015 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro.
The people in Alton’s life were all truly loved. He leaves behind his loving wife and best friend of 54 years, Gladys (Weir); his two sons, Tony and Dale (Christine); his five grandchildren, Corey, Kate, Alex, T.J., Logan; two great grandchildren, Chase and Myla; brothers, Willard, Albert (Charlotte), Earl (Fran); sister, Dolly Ferguson; Alton’s long-time friend, Cecil Stewart; many nieces and nephews, as well.
Our world has lost a great man. Alton lived his 76 years with a positive, wise outlook and shared his energy and wisdom with everyone he met. He was known for his entrepreneurial spirit and he mastered the skills of many trades. You would always find Alton working with his hands on many different projects to achieve his many goals in life. Alton leaves a legacy of his quick wit and a very kind heart behind that will always bring a smile to our face, even in our time of grief.
Alton was predeceased by his parents, Percy and Florence (Carter); sisters, Janie (infant), Sadie Pierce, Mariam Hazelwood; brothers, Merlin, Ross, Hubert and Gordon. Alton will look forward to see these special souls, once he reaches Heaven. A time of visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 22nd from 6 - 8 p.m. with a funeral service on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 2 p.m., all in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro. Donations may be made in Alton’s memory to Colchester East Hants Palliative Care, to whom we will be forever grateful for their care given to Alton during his time of need. Online messages of condolence may be sent to Alton’s family by visiting: www.ColchesterCommunity.com

“A limb has fallen from our family tree that says Grieve not for me. Remember the best times, the laughter, the song, the good life I lived while I was strong. Continue my heritage. I’m counting on you. Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through. My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest. Remembering all, how I truly was blessed. Continue traditions, no matter how small. Go on with your life, don’t worry about falls. I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin. Until the day comes we’re together again.”