ALFRED OTTO TONNE

Alfred Otto Tonne went home to the Lord Sunday, December 12, 2010 at the age of 93. Visitation will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Alfred's grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. Alfred was born September 29th, 1917 in Cisco, Texas to William "Bill"� and Erna (Hagemann) Tonne. Alfred and Floy Ray (Jones) were married June 30th, 1940. Alfred grew up on the family farm in Cisco, Rowena and then Grape Creek, where he worked to help his Dad pay off the first FHA loan in Tom Green County. Alfred served his Country as an infantryman in the US Army from May of 1944 to November of 1945. He was awarded the Purple Heart from injuries sustained in actions at the Rhineland Forrest Battle. Alfred realized the value of land and purchased two farms in the Eola Community. He worked from sun-up to after dark seven days a week at the Eola Service Station for over 60 years. He loved the people and was always warm and friendly to all those who stopped in the station for the full service as offered in those days or just to share in some of the Eola news or "Tonne's"� wit and humor. He knew every little kid in town, as well as most of their relatives. He had many lasting relationships and cherished those rare moments when he was able to sit down at the domino table for a game with his friends. He was instrumental in helping establish the Eola Water Corporation and served on the Board for numerous years. Alfred was a charter member of Eola Volunteer Fire Dept. He also taught all of his children strong work ethics and the meaning of your word being your bond. Alfred is survived by his wife and partner of over 70 years, Floy Ray. His eldest son Alfred Lee and (Susan) Tonne of Buda, son and business partner, Benny and (Priscilla) Tonne of Eola, Daughters Shirley and (Clifford) Berry of Shallowater and Elizabeth "Liz"� and (Herman) McGill of San Angelo. His brother Alvin and (Gussie) Tonne of North Richland Hills, In-laws Mozelle Tonne, Novella and (Raymond) Dehnel all of San Angelo, close cousin Robert Lee and (Dorothy) Tonne of Scranton. Grandchildren Glen and (Kelley) Berry, Paul and (Allison) Tonne, Kathy and (Bill) Brunson, Vince, Vanzant and (Bridgett) Bednar, Darrell and (Melissa) Tonne, Doug and (Denise) Tonne, Melissa Durst, Vannessa Bednar, Debbie Tonne and Marcus Wright. Twenty four great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. Alfred was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Gilbert Tonne, sister Laverne Self and Great-Grandaughter Cheyenne Bednar. Alfred was always there for his family and friends and will be missed, but "he is at peace and able to rest!" In lieu of flowers memorials may be donated to VistaCare Hospice, 402 N. Bryant, San Angelo, TX 76903; www.woundedwarriorproject.org or to your favorite charity.