Toby Yohannan was born in Nyack, New York on February 14, 1988 to Rev. Philip Yohannan  and Mrs.  Susamma Yohannan.  Toby was the elder brother of Timmy.   He graduated from Nyack High School in 2006 and from the Universal Technical Institute in Houston, Texas in 2007 specializing in collision repair technology.  He successfully completed the Mercedes Benz Elite Training Program in 2008 and worked for Norris Cadillac in Nanuet, NY.  Toby was an active youth member of St. James Mar Thoma Church in Hillburn, NY and played varsity football for Nyack High School.

Toby was a bright, mature, and talented young man who loved Jesus, his family, and friends.   He had a humble spirit, always sacrificed to help those around him, and was a genuine friend to many.  Toby was a great listener and always offered advice to those struggling.  His interests also included cars, music, basketball, and football.

Toby was especially gifted with playing the drums from an early age.  He passionately played in Sunday church services, youth retreats, and Vacation Bible School.  He always practiced, worked hard, and volunteered at every opportunity.   With his gift of drumming he rallied people in worshiping the Lord.  His Christian band named, “Never Enough,” performed at many conferences and concerts.

Toby knew Jesus as his Lord and Savior and has left with us his legacy and witness.  He will be missed by his parents, brother, grandparents, uncles, aunts, many cousins, and friends.  We mourn his passing, but we rejoice knowing that he is walking with his Savior.