Toni Lee Britton age 71 of Crawfordsville, passed away early Friday, December 23,2022 in her home.  Toni was born November 2, 1951 in Crawfordsville to the late Roland 'Bud" and Carol Barkalow Britton.

She was a 1970 graduate of Crawfordsville High School.  Toni was proud to be a mother, mamaw and homemaker.  She most recently was employed at Big R (Stock & Field).  Most will remember Toni from Beautiful Buds Bait Shop in Crawfordsville.  The shop was established by her father and she spent many years helping out there.

Toni was a member of the Church of the Latter-Day Saints in Crawfordsville.    She had an unshakable optimism, a positive outlook on life and never met a stranger. To know her was to love her.  She loved animals and was known to take into her home any 'way-word animal she would find.  At times, her home was akin to a small zoo.  She was a member of the NRA and Ducks Unlimited.

Toni was the most proud of her grandchildren who she loved and adored…she loved all things relating Disney and enjoyed taking her grandchildren to Disney World in Orlando.  She was a fierce defender of President Donald J. Trump, loved all things 'Trump' and passed away, certain he would be elected a second time!

Surviving are: a daughter Stephanie (Carrie) Cowan and Shawn (Kezia) Blackwell both of Crawfordsville.  Seven grandchildren; Tori, Jetta & Lizzie Martin, Mila, Alec, Owen, & Aida Blackwell.  Her 'Bonus Family' of, Randi Baker, Mindy Wilcox, Lynn Dyer.  Bonus grandchildren; Jaydelyn & Emrick Phillips, Jade Gann, Emaree Wilcox, Jacob, Katie & Derek Bowman. A brother Richard Britton of Crawfordsville and her special dog Wicket.  She was preceded in death by her parents.

An informal gathering/celebration of life will be held 4:00 – 6:00 PM Friday, December 30, 2022 at Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate.  In lieu of floral contributions, the family prefers contributions be made in Toni's honor to the Montgomery County Animal Welfare League.  To sign the guest book or share a condolence visit us at www.familyandfriendsfh.com Toni requests no one wear black or formal clothing…come casual.  To honor Toni, feel free to wear anything Disney, camo, sparkle, or 'Trump' related!