January 21, 1964 - November 15, 2016
Visitation
Sunday, November 20, 2016 from 2-6 p.m. at Moreland Funeral Home
Service
Monday, November 21, 2016 10:30 a.m. St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church
Burial
Private Interment
MERRILL
Toni C. (Bonitatibus) Merrill, age 52, of Westerville, OH passed away peacefully on November 15, 2016, surrounded by her loved ones, after a courageous 4 year battle with breast cancer. Toni was a 1982 graduate of Steubenville Catholic Central High School and the Ohio Valley School of Nursing. She was a Registered Nurse at Riverside Hospital for 24 years. She spent most of her career in the mother and baby unit of Riverside, lovingly and expertly caring for mothers and babies, which she absolutely loved. She also acted as a mentor to many new nurses and nurses who were new to the mother and baby field. Toni spent many hours counseling, providing support and engouragement to other women in their fight against breast cancer. She was a member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband of 29 years, John; children, Rachel and Ryan Merrill; parents, Tony and Sandy (Hall) Bonitatibus, brother, John (Yvonne) Bonitatibus; niece, Anna Bonitatibus and her mother-in-law, Marilyn (Enochs) Merrill. Friends may call at the MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, 55 E. Schrock Road, Westerville, Sunday 2-6 p.m.. Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Paul Catholic Church, 313 N. State Street, Westerville Monday at 10:30 a.m., Rev. Fr. Charles Klinger, celebrant. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Delaware County Humane Society.
Condolences
Fred & Rene' Walsh - Nov 20, 2016
Tony & Sandy -Our heartfelt condolences for the loss of your daughter Toni. A long and lengthy battle that had no victory. She is not suffering any longer. No kind words can erase the pain.. We offer our prayers and sympathy for her and for you. Pete and Martha and ourselves are afraid to travel today because of the uncertainty of the weather. Please know that we all grieve for you! Sincerely, Fred and Rene’ Walsh, Pete and Martha Olivito
Lisa Hall - Nov 19, 2016
John, Rachel, Ryan, Sandy, Tony, John and family- I am absolutely heartbroken over the news of Toni’s passing. She was a great help and comfort to me over the past few years. I wish I was able to make it Sunday or Monday, but I just had surgery and got out of the hospital. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. We all have an angel watching over us now.
Teresa Gagliardi - Nov 19, 2016
Sandy, Tony, John, Ryan and Rachel,
I am so sorry God has chosen Toni Chris to join him in heaven. She gave so much to everyone and will be remember as a very special person. God bless you all and help you through this difficult time. Sorry I cannot be there in person, but know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Teresa
Colleen - Nov 18, 2016
Tony and Sandy,
I am so sorry for the loss of Toni. I remember her as a beautiful child. Please share my thoughts with the entire family. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Colleen Weaver Morelli
Dennis Krupa - Nov 18, 2016
Patti and I are so sorry for your loss.
Kathy Hamersly - Nov 18, 2016
My thoughts and Prayers are with the family. Toni will be missed. I loved working with her. Loved to see that beautiful smile each day. To know Toni was to love her.
Gloria Otto - Nov 17, 2016
So sorry for your loss. I hope your good memories will sustain you during this time. We are praying for the whole family.
Gloria Otto - Nov 17, 2016
So sorry for your loss. I hope your good memories will sustain you during this time. We are praying for the whole family.
Gloria Otto - Nov 17, 2016
So sorry for your loss. I hope your good memories will sustain you during this time. We are praying for the whole family.
Gloria Otto - Nov 17, 2016
So sorry for your loss. I hope your good memories will sustain you during this time. We are praying for the whole family.
Gloria Otto - Nov 17, 2016
So sorry for your loss. I hope your good memories will sustain you during this time. We are praying for the whole family.