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I was in the Jesuit Band 1981-1984 and have great memories of Mr. Tolle and Mr. McCready together as band directors. I am sure the music is even better in heaven! R.I.P.
Bill M
May 19, 2019 | Coppell, TX | Student
Wichita, Kansas
TOLLE, E. THAYNE passed away on December 18, 2003. Memorial services will be held at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Wichita, Kansas, at 10 am. on Tuesday, December 23, 2003. Interment at Salemsborg Lutheran Church Cemetery. There will also be a memorial service on December 30, 2003 at 3 p.m. at...
Read MoreI was in the Jesuit Band 1981-1984 and have great memories of Mr. Tolle and Mr. McCready together as band directors. I am sure the music is even better in heaven! R.I.P.
Bill M
May 19, 2019 | Coppell, TX | Student
Dear Tolle family,
My name is Myron Ice. I am the choral director at The Oakridge School in Arlington, Tx. It is Jan. 5th, and I just returned to school after the holidays to find out the sad news! I am so sorry for your loss.
I have had two students to receive the E. Thayne Tolle Music Scholarship, Monica Knight (the first recipient) and more recently Vanessa Sawtell-Jones.
E. Thayne has been such a wonderful friend and mentor over that past 10 years. All of TPSMEA...
Myron Ice
January 05, 2004 | Arlington, TX
My deepest sympathy to the Tolle family for their loss. Having experienced the loss of my father two months ago, I can relate to some extent, the measure of your loss.
Thayne once took the time to write me a note complimenting my group's sight-reading ability. I have it on my wall at home and read it now and then as a source of inspiration.
Arnoldo Garza
December 30, 2003 | San Antonio, TX
Dorrie - Thayne was a good friend. I could always count on him for a smile and a laugh, often accompanied with a funny story. His fish stories were great! A man with such a good nature, combined with compassion for others. I will miss him greatly, but because he knew Jesus Christ, I know we will see him again! Our sympathy to you and all your family.
George & Bobbie Bentley
George Bentley
December 28, 2003 | Dallas, TX
Sorry we were unable to attend the funeral services. You have our condolences.
Mike McClaskey
December 23, 2003 | McPherson, KS
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Mike McClaskey
December 22, 2003 | McPherson, KS
My sympathy goes out to the entire family at this time. Thayne was a mentor and a friend who helped me in my development as a music educator. We had lost touch for many years but we spoke to each other this summer. It was great to hear his voice and his always uplifting and encouraging words. He did a tremendous amount of good for the Jesuit music program and for the young men and women involved during his tenure at Jesuit.
Rob Johnson
December 22, 2003 | Dallas, TX
Thanks for letting me know where Thayne's obituary was. Will see you on Tuesday.
Sheryl Messenger
December 21, 2003 | McPherson, KS