Cheryl Jane Toson

Cheryl Jane Toson, of Oshkosh, WI passed away on the afternoon of Tuesday, October 29, 2024. She made her transition wrapped in loving arms, serenaded by Patsy Cline, with the warm sun on her face. She would have turned 71 years old on November 10, 2024. 

Cheryl and her husband Ken recently celebrated their 21st wedding anniversary on October 16. She always said Ken was her Godsend. He loved and cherished her, supported her endlessly, and always knew how to make her laugh. They had a true connection and made quite the comedic pair. 

Cheryl had a way of understanding and connecting with people. She took interest in life’s deeper meanings and enjoyed various spiritual studies. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Superior with honors in Social Work and used her gifts to do what she loved, helping others. She spent many years working for non-profit organizations in Duluth, MN and was deeply involved in the AA community, where she found camaraderie and support. 

Cheryl cherished moments with family the most. She collectively referred to her daughters Rikki and Crystal, as “her heart,” and loved them beyond measure. She especially found joy in the company of her grandchildren and embraced each moment with love and warmth. Cheryl always looked forward to visits with her family from Superior, and held a special place in her heart for her Mother-in-Law Marilyn, as well as her bonus sons Kenny Jr., and Peter. 

Cheryl demonstrated profound and unwavering inner strength in the face of life’s struggles, used her wisdom and insight to help others, practiced forgiveness, never stopped seeking deeper knowledge, and maintained her sense of humor until the end. She was loved dearly, and her presence will be missed by many.

Cheryl is survived by her husband, Kenneth Toson; children, Rikki (Matt) Cantin and Crystal (Tyler Mossberger) Tokarczyk; bonus children, Kenneth R. Toson Jr. and Peter Toson; grandchildren, Christopher Boder, Talon and Kip Mossberger, Kenna Toson; Mother-in-Law Marilyn Toson; siblings, Charles (Cheryl) Jacobson, John (Tammy) Jacobson and Lynne (Al) Babcock, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents, beloved Aunt Jackie, and her German Shepard Ceda “aka Baby Girl,” with whom she shared an incredibly special bond. 

Cremation has taken place, and a service will be held at a later date.

During this time of loss, Cheryl’s family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the devoted staff of Theda Clark and Cherry Meadows for their care and compassion.