Grace Toof

Biography

Grace Toof was born 1860 into a family that helped shape the civic life of Memphis, and she carried that legacy forward through her steady support of friends and neighbors. Her warmth and grace provided comfort to many as the city expanded around her.

She maintained close ties to the Elmwood neighborhood, cherishing the quiet moments with family amid the bustle of a modernizing city. Her resting place in Elmwood Cemetery continues to welcome those who remember her gentle spirit.