Toni Denise Jefferson, a lifelong resident of Dayton, Ohio, was born to the union of Vassar and Charlotte Jefferson on May 15, 1954. As only He can do, the Lord sent His heavenly host of angels to escort her home on February 14, 2024. She is now resting in the presence of the Lord and for that we are grateful.

Toni, professed Christ at a very early age and was a member of the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. Toni attended Roosevelt High School and for many years she worked for Meijer holding various positions during her term there. Toni is best remembered as being the best cook of the family, with a smile that would light up a room. She is also remembered as the baby girl of the Jefferson clan known to sing and dance uniting her siblings in concert.

She was preceded in death by: her parents, Vassar and Charlotte Jefferson, honorary father Clifford A Franklin, uncle, Norman Jefferson, brother, Ronald Jefferson, sisters, Scarlett Fullen, Anita Robinson, and Jackie Jefferson. 

Toni leaves to cherish her memories: Uncle Leonard (Skippy) and Patricia Jefferson of Dayton, faithfully devoted cousins Donna Ragland of Dayton, Melody Nelson, Keith Jackson of District Heights, MD, Benda (Joseph) Harrigan of White Plains, MD, Todd Johnson & Michael (Mike) Long; The Frankline Family; devoted friends Vickie Green, Robin Yancy, Bonita Tally, Beverly Taylor, Donna Taylor, and faithful devoted best friend of 60 years Gloria Hedges, with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.