Tonie Karen McDaniels, 70, of Statesville, N.C., died Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House following a lengthy illness.

She was born in Iredell County on April 1, 1954, to the late Marvin Lambert and Mary Jeannette Barnette Lambert. She was also preceded in death by a son, Scott Eugene McDaniels; a brother, Kimothy Lambert; and a sister, Sharon Stamey.

Tonie was a hard worker, a very strong person and a fighter, battling health problems for several years. She was a loving mom, grandmother, and mother-in-law. Tonie loved to play Bingo and was very lucky when she played. She also loved dancing, music, and her church, Northview Baptist. Tonie had a big heart and was loved by all who met her.

Those left to cherish her memory include a son, Richard McDaniels (Jody); two grandsons, Scott McDaniels and Corbin McDaniels; and a brother, Keith Lambert. She was also YaYa to Kiersten and Payton Worley.

A graveside service will be held Friday, October 18, 2024, at Oakwood Cemetery at 11 a.m. with Pastor Allen Fredell officiating. The family will visit with friends Thursday evening, October 17, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Nicholson Funeral Home.

Nicholson Funeral Home is honored to serve the McDaniels family.