Marie A. 'Cookie' Toon

TOON, Marie A. ‘Cookie’ (Nee Hochstrasser) Beloved mother of Tammy (Wayne) Simmons, Terri (Ted) Fries, Tracy (Paul) Conway, Scott (Jamie) Toon, Tricia (Kenn) Kunz and the late Tina Toon. Devoted grandmother Brett Simmons, Nate, Faith Fries, Bailee, Elizabeth, Luke Conway, Drew, Erin, Kyle, Kallie Toon, Noah Kunz and great grandmother of Brantley Simmons. Dear daughter of the late Mildred and Andrew Hochstrasser and beloved sister of Laura Jane Auberger (Don), who also preceded her in death. Also survived by her nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Passed away surrounded by her family on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at 82 years of age. Marie was affectionately known as "Cookie” to many. She was a devoted mother and grandmother and leaves behind a legacy of love and strength. Marie worked tirelessly to raise her five children and was a proud grandmother to eleven grandchildren. Her dedication to family was matched only by her commitment to her career. She served at Xavier University from 1982 until her retirement in 2009, where she held the position of Assistant Director of Financial Aid, making a lasting impact on countless students' lives. A member of St. Aloysius Gonzaga Parish in Bridgetown for over 40 years, Marie passed on her Catholic faith to her children. She cherished the friendships she built at work, with family, and especially with her close-knit group of friends from Seton High School, Class of 1959. Marie loved and treasured her dear sister Laura, whose light and guidance Marie profoundly missed upon her premature passing. In her leisure time, Marie enjoyed attending the theater, and earlier in her life, she loved ceramics and wood restoration projects, showcasing her creativity and passion for craftsmanship. She will be remembered for her hard work, dedication, and the love she shared with those around her.
Marie is survived by her beloved children, grandchildren, and a host of friends and family who will miss her dearly. Visitation at MEYER FUNERAL HOME, 5864 Bridgetown Rd., on THURSDAY from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Aloysius Gonzaga, 4366 Bridgetown Rd., on FRIDAY at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to One Hope, One Heart, 3200 Ebenezer Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45248. (www.onehopeoneheart.org).