Laura A. Thornton
Johnston
Laura Ann Thornton, 50, of Johnston, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at Mercy Hospice in Johnston, surrounded by family. A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, July 1, 2013 at 11 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church located at 2926 Beaver Ave., in Des Moines.
Laura was born July 24, 1962, the daughter of Jerruld and Julie Hardy. She attended St. Theresa's grade school, Dowling High, and the University of Iowa.
Laura is survived by her husband, Pat, and their three sons: Matt, Johnny and Tommy; her mother, Julie Hardy; three sisters: Mary Hardy, Katie (Darin) Yoder of Des Moines, Jean (Michael) Hunter of Mount Vernon, Iowa; and her brother, Mark (Siobhan) Hardy of Norwalk, Iowa; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Jerruld J Hardy.
The entire family wishes to extend their appreciation to the caregivers at Mercy Hospice-Johnston for their care and support during Laura's final days.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Mercy Hospice-Johnston or Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.BrooksFuneralCare.com.
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I am so sorry. i just found out about her passing last night. She was a beautiful person inside and out. My prayers are with your entire family.
God Bless
Lori Vacco Patton DHS 81'
Lori Vacco - Patton
July 10, 2013
I was so sad to hear of Laura's passing. Her husband, sons and family are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember Laura's kindness to all and her beautiful smile. Susan Franco, DHS class of 81
July 7, 2013
So sorry to hear about Laura's passing. Our thoughts go out to her husband, to her children, and to all of the Hardy family.
Miriam Hardy, Joe Hardy and family
Joe Hardy
July 2, 2013
So sorry to hear this. My boys played ball with the Thornton sons. Talked with Laura a few times. She always had a smile a good story and something nice to say about everyone. The boys remember the great parties too.
Pifers. Paula Cody Logan hunter
July 2, 2013
Our sympathies to Pat and his sons. Pat, you and the children are in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless Laura and God bless Pat and the children.
Ann and Taige Thornton
July 2, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Laura family and prayers go out to Julie,Mary,Jean and Mark. Your sister was a wonderful person. Cindy Boltinghouse Sczekan
Cindy Sczekan
July 1, 2013
We were saddened to hear of Laura's passing. Our prayers are with you.
TEd & Bernadette Greedy
July 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. God bless
Kevin Mccauley
June 30, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
June 30, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Laura's passing. I was a classmate of both Laura and Jean's since first grade at St Theresa's. Laura always had a sweetness to her throughout all our years growing up. I will keep your whole family in my prayers.
Susanne Dols Oswald
June 29, 2013
Sorry to hear about Laura's passing. Your family is in my thoughts.
Shana Rogers
June 29, 2013
Having been a classmate of Laura's from grade school through high school, I remember her as a kind person. Peace to your families and eternal rest to Laura.
Fran and Patti Hughes
June 29, 2013
Pat, all of us are sadden to hear about the loss of Laura. May Gods love and peace be with you and your family.
John & Liz Calisesi
June 29, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I feel so lucky for getting the chance to get to know Laura! I know there is an awesome game of catch phrase going on in heaven!! God bless you all. You are all in my thoughts and prayers! Enjoy the memories....thank god there are so many!
Sue Hagedorn
June 28, 2013
Anderson Family - Hartland, Wi.
June 28, 2013
My prayers are with the Thornton and Hardy families. I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Laura since 1st grade and through out high school and college.
Doug Sheedy
June 28, 2013
Pat and family, so sorry, our prayers are with all of you.
Tim and Lisa Griffith
June 28, 2013
> May GOD comfort Laura's family and friends. . She will always be in the your hearts and minds, until you see her again. . GOD bless Laura's SOUL on the other-side . .
Terry B. Hardy
June 28, 2013
My prayers and thoughts are with you Pat... Laura was a special person. Try to always remember the good days and with time - the bad ones will subside (not go away, but...).
Joel Weichman
June 28, 2013
To all of Laura's family and friends, we are so very sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful person inside and out.
Our prayers & thoughts are with you all, Ann & Mark Sierzant
June 28, 2013
My condolencese to the Hardy and Thornton families. Laura was wonderful inside and out and her courage was amazing. She will always have a place in our hearts and will be missed greatly. God bless!
Tom & Genelle Valentine
June 28, 2013
To Pat and Family: We are so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember meeting Laura at the very first distributor meeting as she was so pleasant and easy to talk with. I know that no words can take away the sadness and pain that you are expereincing now, but we wanted to let you know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dr. Ken and Tracey Connolly
June 28, 2013
I cannot forget her smile and the wonderful laugh!!! She will be so missed!! Love to her family Angela
June 28, 2013
To the family of Laura. Lauras love for life will be missed. Please know your in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you.
Pamela Muffley (Pettit)
June 28, 2013
Laura will be missed by all that knew her. Her smile and laughter lit up the room. We are sending you kisses, hugs and lots of love.
Geno & Kathy Flanagan Garton
June 28, 2013
You were sunshine on a cloudy day....when it was cold outside you were like the month of May....my girl, Laura.
I luv u.
Roxanne
June 28, 2013
Laura touched so many lives, we will all miss her greatly. She was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, daughter, aunt and friend. She will always have a special place in our hearts.
Sarah Pongres
June 28, 2013
Sending heart felt condolences, prayers for strength and peace, thinking of the entire family. Steph ( Clothier) Anderson
June 28, 2013
To the Family: This is Brenda Brenneman (Darin's sister) - words cannot express my sympathy for you and your family at this time of your loss. I have only met Laura a few times but have heard so many wonderful things from Katie how she was such a fun, warm, caring etc....person. Please know that our family is thinking of you and praying for peace in your hearts. With love,Lance Brenda Mitchell and Colin Brenneman
June 28, 2013
To the Hardy/Thornton family. We are so sorry for the loss of Laura. She was such a wonderful person and her spirit and memory will live on in all of us. You are in our thoughts and prayers -
Mary and Sean Sellers
June 28, 2013
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