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Dora 'Dinny'

(Finkelstein)

Toyen

Obituary

Dora ‘Dinny’ (Finkelstein) Toyen, 95, of Delray Beach, FL and Canton, widow of Morris Toyen, passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2012. She was the daughter of the late Barnet and Sarah (Rabinowitz) Toyen. Born and raised in New York, she moved to Hartford in 1941 when she married Morris Toyen. Dora’s love for her family was immeasurable and evident in the beautiful knitted sweaters and afghans she made for family members and friends. Besides her husband, she was predeceased by her son Barnet, and granddaughter Amy Toyen. She is survived by her son Martin and his wife Dorine; daughter-in-law Suzanne; grandchildren: Heather, Pam and Steven Toyen and Heidi Stevens; great grandchildren: Bryan and David Stevens; several sisters and brothers; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, May 13, 2012 at 10:00 AM in the Chapel of the Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave., Hartford with Rabbi James Rosen officiating. Interment will follow in the Hebrew Merchants Protective Association Cemetery, Garden Street, Hartford. A memorial period will be observed Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, 1-5 pm and 7-9 pm, at the home of her son, 39 Rosewood Rd., Avon. Memorial contributions may be made to the Amy Toyen Scholarship Fund, c/o Dollars for Scholars, PO Box 706, Avon, or the Amy Toyen Fund at Beth El Temple, 2626 Albany Ave., West Hartford 06117, or to a Charity of the Donor’s Choice. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Dinny, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.

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From: John C. Carmon

From Avon, CT

Posted On: May 25, 2012

Please accept the condolences of the Dollars for Scholars families. Thank you for again remembering the scholarship program for memorials. We will send you the names and addresses of contributors. Personally, I am sorry I was not able to attend the service or visit during Shiva. Linda and I send you our sympathy. John Carmon

From: Joan and Ray Zettlemoyer

From Jonesboro, GA

Posted On: May 14, 2012

Marty & Doreen & Heather and all the Toyen we are all sadden for your loss Dinny was a wonderful person someone who would listen and try to help Oh I will really miss her May she rest in peace Love to you all

From: Gary Cummis & Mary Holden

From Delray Beach, FL

Posted On: May 15, 2012

Marty,
No words can express the sadness we feel at this time of your loss. Dinny was a wonderful person with many friends and a loving family. We were privileged to know her. We will always cherish her friendship and the good times we had with her. The sweater Dinny knit for Mary means a lot to her. It will be a long lasting memory of their times together. We will both miss Dinny and never forget her. May she rest in peace.
Gary & Mary

From: Bill and Maisie Wood

From Voorhees, NJ

Posted On: May 17, 2012

Marty, we know how hard it is to loose your Mother and wish we could be there in person to offer our most sincere sympathy to you and your family. Bill & Maisie Wood

From: Joan and Ray Zettlemoyer

From jonesboro, GA

Posted On: May 14, 2012

Aunt Dinny we had some wonderful talks you were so helpful to me about my family history I love you for all the times we spent together
when i need some knitting help or chicken soup help and the times in NY or CT and in FL alwasy a happy time You will always be in my heart
We all have a Birthday date and we all will have a death date they are not so important its the Dash in the middle that counts its how you lived your life your dash is wonderful The Zettlemoyer family will never forget you and we love you
OUR AUNT DINNY Love you always

From: Robin Santiago

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: May 12, 2012

Rafi and I are deeply saddened by your loss. May her memory be for a blessing. Robin

From: Matthew & Judith Winkler

From Essex, CT

Posted On: May 13, 2012

Marty,
Our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Morher, Dora. Judith & I are both without our Mothers as we prepare to celebrate Mother's Day. We share your loss on this Mother's Day Holiday.
Our Best to you and your family,
Judith and Matt Winkler

From: George and Naomi Fox

From Burlingtond, Ma

Posted On: May 11, 2012

Dar Marty ,Dorine and Heather,
There are no words that can express our sorrow at the passing of your beloved Mother and Grandmother,Dinny.
WE loved her from the moment we met her at the Pines.
When my dear mother passed away, I felt that ! had found a close and wonderful friend to talk with. We had so many long conversations filled with both laughter and tears.
She was a loving and compassionate person.
We will miss her forever.
May she rest in peace.
Our love to all of you.
Naomi and George

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