Toni Lynn Ford

Toni Lynn Ford, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, left this world on September 24, 2024, succumbing to a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 15, 1958, in Indianapolis, Indiana, she illuminated the lives of many with her warmth and spirited personality. A graduate of Perry Meridian High School, class of 1976, Toni entered this world ready to make her mark.

As a waitress, Toni served not just a menu of delicious meals but also a side of kindness and laughter that kept patrons returning for more. Her job was more than a profession; it was an extension of her generous heart and love for connecting with others.

Toni thoroughly cherished her role as a mother and grandmother. Spending time with her children, Jennifer (Tod) Browning and Jessica (David) Poindexter, brought her immense joy and fulfillment. Her grandchildren—Nichole (Matt) Phanbandith, Hannah, Caleb, and Devon Poindexter—were her treasures. Each moment spent with them was woven into the rich tapestry of her life, especially the cherished time camping and attending church together, where memories were born and bonds were strengthened.

Toni’s love and devotion extended beyond her immediate family to include her great-granddaughter, Charlotte Phanbandith, ensuring that her legacy would resonate through generations. The joy of family gatherings echoed in her heart, often filling her home with laughter and love.

Her life was shared with a tight-knit circle of siblings—Stephanie (Dave) Harmen, Mike (Trina) Price, Bruce Price, Kim Long, and Dawn (Kenny) Evans—each standing by her through life's myriad moments. Toni was also surrounded by a loving mother-in-law, Sue Ford, and an abundance of nieces and nephews who fondly knew her vibrant spirit.

Toni's proudest accomplishment, her marriage to Kenneth Ford on September 18, 1999, stands as a testament to a love that was both serene and grounding. Together, they navigated life's ups and downs, finding comfort and companionship in each other's arms.

While Toni's presence will be profoundly missed, invoked memories will linger—her love for puzzles and her unwavering support for the Indianapolis Colts spoke volumes of her spirited nature. Those who knew her will remember her laughter, her kindness, and the way she left a little bit of her heart in everything she touched.

Her legacy, though marked by the sorrow of loss, continues to thrive in the hearts of those she leaves behind, including her deceased son, Greg Jackson, her parents, Anthony Price and Patricia Marcum, her brother, Terry Price, and her grandchild, Gary Thacker, who await her in the embrace of eternity.

Toni Lynn Ford's life was a gentle reminder of love's power—the way it binds us, fosters resilience, and ultimately inspires us to carry forth the cherished memories of those we hold dear. In our hearts, she will forever remain a shining light, guiding us through our days with her indelible spirit.

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