Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
THORNDIKE, Jack 61, of Jamaica Plain, died December 28, 2017, of prostate cancer. Son of John Lowell Thorndike and the late Dorothy Dudley Thorndike, he is survived by his wife Mary Thorndike, children Allegra and Isabel, a loving extended family, and many dear friends. Jack attended the...
Read MoreHello Mary, Isabel and Allegra,
I spent a fair number of weekend afternoons riding bicycles with Jack when we were students at NMH. Mellow warmth and long slightly wavy blond hair. Just a great friend. I lost track of Jack after we graduated, always meant to catch up with him one day. Then I saw the one-liner in the NMH Newsletter. Sad.
Deepest condolences on your loss,
Take care,
Jon Rosner
Concord, CA
925.288.1750
September 07, 2018
I'm so sorry for the loss of this wonderful soul. I had the privilege of having him as a student at SMFA at Tufts University a number of years ago and kept in touch over the years. I ran into Jack by chance in 2017 and had the opportunity to catch up a bit. It was then he told me of his battle with cancer. He related it with such a calm and pragmatic spirit that, while it made me very sad, I was uplifted once again by this unique spirit.
March 16, 2018
Dear Mary, Isabel and Allegra,
I remember hearing Jack's music in JP quite a few times, many years ago. I have known your family for a long time through the Chestnut Hill School, and I am very sorry for your loss.
Best,
Deb Bloomberg
Deb Bloomberg
January 11, 2018 | Chestnut Hill, MA | Acquaintance
Dear Mary,
I was very sad to hear that Jack has transition,
He will be miss at the shamanic circle but in spirit he always be with us. I am sorry for your lost.
Love,
Nubia Lonsdale
Nubia Lonsdale
January 10, 2018 | Whitinsville, MA
Dear Mary- I was sad to read your husband's obituary in the paper today. I remember meeting and talking with him at Brimmer several years ago. I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and your daughters during this difficult time. Wishing you comfort and peace.
Kathy
Kathy Taylor
January 08, 2018 | West Roxbury, MA
It is with the greatest sadness that I read this unexpected news. For the last three semesters we have been holding a space for Jack to return as bassist in the Vermont Jazz Center's Latin Jazz Ensemble.
Hope springs eternal until sad truths wake us up from our sleepy ignorance.
I am so grateful that we were privileged to know Jack and that he felt joyful about his connection with our organization. Indeed, it is an honor. Reading this obit informed me about the side of Jack's...
Eugene Uman
January 08, 2018 | Vermont Jazz Center, Brattle, VT
To Mary, John, Isabel and Allegra, know that Jack will be missed greatly and that you are in our thought and prayers at this difficult time.
Sherry Adams
January 07, 2018 | 5048 Ruby Flats Dr. Wimauma, FL
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 05, 2018