I will miss Tonie. We had some great memories together. God rest her soul. Memory Eternal. I pray that Eddie and the family be comforted by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We had fun times Tonie and I will miss your laugh. See you some day.
I knew Toni when she was a Zimmerman. Like Linda Hager, we went through school starting at McLean elementary. I don't remember if we became friends at school or at the swimming pool, Twin Rivers but we were friends. One day in fifth grade, I believe, she wanted to tell me a secret. It was to be held sacred and never told. So at recess we crawled under the steps of the annex. She told me that her mom and dad were getting a divorce. I don't remember what exactly was said, just that it was very sad and extremely secret. We never spoke of it again and our friendship drifted away through the years and we never spoke of it again. But the memory has stayed with me of a tender moment in both our lives.
Born September 13, 1951, Tonie was received into Jesus’ loving arms Wednesday, July 6, 2016. Tonie was a world class athlete and a professional fitness trainer. Her entire life was dedicated to putting others first. She will always be remembered for her acts of service, kindness, and love to everyone she ever met. She will be missed by her loving husband of 46 years, 5 daughters, 4 son-in-laws, and 10 grandchildren. The celebration service was held on Monday, July 11, 2016, at Central Christian Church.
Tonie lived just down Richmond St. from me. We had a blast riding bikes, playing kickball at the park and sucking on lemons under the streetlight. She had an infectious laugh. I remember Tonie as an extremely kind person. We miss you, Tonie!
Tonie was the best! Always smiling and definitely laughing!! She introduced a new hair style and kept it forever! 30 year reunion she walked in and we said, "Tonie", she hadn't changed a bit! We did have an opportunity to reconnect in the late 70's in Tucson AZ. Eddie and my husband Bryan were ball players and we were able to renew our friendship. RIP my friend, knowing you was a bright spot in my life 💕
Debbie Nassif
I will miss Tonie. We had some great memories together. God rest her soul. Memory Eternal. I pray that Eddie and the family be comforted by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We had fun times Tonie and I will miss your laugh. See you some day.
Linda King (Hager)
I went to grade school through high school. She could play the piano like no one I have ever heard. She will be missed
Debra Howard (Johnson)
Sorry to hear about Toni. Comforting wishes to her family.
Sally Aiken (Myers)
I knew Toni when she was a Zimmerman. Like Linda Hager, we went through school starting at McLean elementary. I don't remember if we became friends at school or at the swimming pool, Twin Rivers but we were friends. One day in fifth grade, I believe, she wanted to tell me a secret. It was to be held sacred and never told. So at recess we crawled under the steps of the annex. She told me that her mom and dad were getting a divorce. I don't remember what exactly was said, just that it was very sad and extremely secret. We never spoke of it again and our friendship drifted away through the years and we never spoke of it again. But the memory has stayed with me of a tender moment in both our lives.
Kathy Nulik (Schumacher)
You were the funny crowd breaker. As sick as I know you were I know your heart was still with us. Love and peace sweet friend See you!
Julie Fox (Hall)
Tonie Marie Brabham Southard
Born September 13, 1951, Tonie was received into Jesus’ loving arms Wednesday, July 6, 2016. Tonie was a world class athlete and a professional fitness trainer. Her entire life was dedicated to putting others first. She will always be remembered for her acts of service, kindness, and love to everyone she ever met. She will be missed by her loving husband of 46 years, 5 daughters, 4 son-in-laws, and 10 grandchildren. The celebration service was held on Monday, July 11, 2016, at Central Christian Church.
Obituary from The Wichita Eagle
Debbie Nassif
Sure miss Toni we had so much fun in High School. God rest her soul
Kay Polson (Blinn)
Tonie lived just down Richmond St. from me. We had a blast riding bikes, playing kickball at the park and sucking on lemons under the streetlight. She had an infectious laugh. I remember Tonie as an extremely kind person. We miss you, Tonie!
Jeanie Benjamin (Shields)
Tonie was the best! Always smiling and definitely laughing!! She introduced a new hair style and kept it forever! 30 year reunion she walked in and we said, "Tonie", she hadn't changed a bit! We did have an opportunity to reconnect in the late 70's in Tucson AZ. Eddie and my husband Bryan were ball players and we were able to renew our friendship. RIP my friend, knowing you was a bright spot in my life 💕