Ethel Tolen (nee Wilkins) passed away quietly on December 6, 2016 at home. She was 98. Born in Nutley, NJ, she has lived in Kearny since 1952. Viewing for Ethel will be Friday morning at 9 a.m. in the Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. The funeral procession will leave Kearny at 10:00 a.m. and proceed to Stillwater Cemetery. Graveside prayers will begin at 11:00 a.m.
Ethel and her beloved husband, the late Robert P. Tolen enjoyed a full and active life together. They loved the outdoors. They were avid skiers and hikers. She enjoyed relaxing next to the brook that runs along the side of their country cottage in Middleville, NJ.
Ethel leaves behind many dear friends; especially Shelly and Leslie, Anna, Lillian, Rosalie, Donna, John and Frank along with their families. She was dear friends with the late Alice Majkowski and her family.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to The wounded warrior Project.