Toni Carol Tonelli

May 12, 1950 - October 29, 2019
Toni Carol Tonelli

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Toni Carol Pomerantz Tonelli 69, of Kure Beach, NC formerly of Northbrook, IL. passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2019, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter with her loving family at her side.

Toni was born in Ft. Wayne, Indiana on May 12, 1950, the daughter of the late Irwin and Lois Kamin Pomerantz.

She was a loving wife, mom, grandmother, and friend to all.  Toni was also the proud owner of Tonelli’s Restaurant in Northbrook, IL.

Surviving are her husband Renato Tonelli, son Joseph Tonelli,  daughter Kim Graf and husband Tyler of Carolina Beach, brothers Rick Pomerantz and wife Jackie, and Jim Pomerantz. Grandchildren Dylan and Spencer Graf and Kaplan Tonelli. A number of nephews and nieces also survive.

A Celebration of Toni’s Life will be held at 11 am Saturday, November 9, 2019, at Wilmington Funeral Chapel with a reception to follow at Jack Mackerel’s Island Grill 113 K Ave. Kure Beach, NC 28449.

Dates for future service in Northbrook to be announced.

In lieu of flowers please consider a contribution in Toni’s memory to Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.

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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403. 910.791.9099


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  • November 03, 2019
    Jenn Wales says:
    Ray, Kimmy and Joey. I'm so saddened to hear of Toni's passing. I know the love in your family runs deep. I know from my own experience that with time, the love and support of friends & family and the memories filled in your heart will bring you peace as time goes on. Toni brought us all so much joy with that magnetic smile and charm. Love and prayers abound from the Wales Pod up North.

  • November 03, 2019
    Kern Brogan says:
    So sorry for your loss

  • November 03, 2019
    Bob & Jen Ratcliffe says:
    Ray So sorry to hear of your loss..our condolences to your whole family.

  • November 03, 2019
    Jeff and Terri Brizzolara says:
    Our thoughts and prayers are with Ray and the family. Much love, Jeff and Terri Brizzolara

  • November 03, 2019
    Ken Kozil says:
    Ray and Family, so sorry for your loss.