Toni M. Strom McCrea, 72, of Delong, passed away at 4:00 AM on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at her residence.

On April 9, 1951, Toni Marie was born in East Chicago to Vernon and Virginia Strohl Kirk. As the second oldest of six children, she shared her childhood with three sisters and two brothers.

Toni and Terri Strom were married on September 4, 1971. Sadly, he passed away on January 19, 1986.  Toni married Dale McCrea in 1992 and they were divorced.

Toni attended the Delong Gospel Lighthouse Church. She cherished the time making memories with her family. To relax, she listened to classic rock and old country music.  Keeping up with the drama on General Hospital and watching reality TV was always part of her routine. Gone With The Wind was her all-time favorite movie.

Left to cherish the memories of Toni are three sisters: Nettie Dawn Wood of Columbus, Deborah Minns and husband Dale of South Haven, Michelle Clingler and husband William of Culver; brother Ron Kirk and wife Karen of Kentucky Lake, KY; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Preceding Toni in death are her parents; husband; brother Larry Kirk; grandparents: Alvis and Juanita Strohl, Gilbert and Nettie Kirk; and beloved canine, Zorro a salt and pepper poodle.

A celebration of the life of Toni McCrea will be at 1:00 PM on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at the Delong Gospel Lighthouse Church, 5823 Center Street, Delong. Pastor Pat Allen will officiate. Friends may visit with the family on Thursday from11-1 in the church.