Stephen P. "Steve" Tooney, 64, of 305 1/2 Church St., Herkimer, formerly of Ilion, passed away at home unexpectedly Sunday, Nov. 12, 2006. Steve was born Jan. 19, 1942, in Ilion, son of the late Raymond and Marie (Schneider) Tooney. Following his high school graduation, Steve attended Utica College. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving during the Vietnam War. Steve was an accomplished photographer, both as a profession and a hobby. At one time, he worked as a photographer for The Evening Telegram. He was a coin collector and was always interested in aviation, collecting literature and photos of aircraft. Those who knew Steve found him to be a polite, considerate and knowledgeable gentleman. He is survived by his sister, Nancy Tooney of Brooklyn. Steve was predeceased by his parents and brother, William. All arrangements will be private with interment on the Tooney Lot in Oak View Cemetery, Frankfort. There will be no public calling hours or public funeral services. The Applegate & Day Funeral Home, 102 West St., Ilion, is proud to handle Steve's arrangements.