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Raymond Thornton Obituary
Raymond A. Thornton, age 87, passed away December 13th, 2015 after battling cancer for the past year and a half.
He traveled the world as a World War II Navy Veteran, passed member of the Summit County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol, member of the Mason Blue Lodge Akron #83 F&AM 32nd degree, retired from PIE Trucking in 1988.
Preceded in death by his loving wife, MaryLou; daughter, Miki Lynnette Simpkins; his parents and brothers.
He is survived by Billie (Harvey) Esterle, Nancy (Rick) Smith, Laura (Dan) Dickson, Russell (Renee). He was a grandfather, great-grandfather, and great friend to many.
In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to HMC Hospice of Medina County, 5075 Windfall Rd., Medina, OH 44256. Family will receive friends Wednesday, December 16th from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. in the Catavolos Funeral Home. Funeral Service Thursday, December 17th at 11 a.m. in the Catavolos Funeral Home, 3653 W Market St., Fairlawn. Entombment Rose Hill Burial Park. Online condolences may be viewed and expressed at www.catavolosfuneralhome.com
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Gertrude McGrady
February 24, 2016
I am thankful for all of the good years we were friends. All of the rides we took, the places we went to, the great dinners we shared. He was a wonderful friend to the McGrady family. There will never be another man like him. Love you with all my heart!
God Bless You,
Gert McGrady (Gertie)
Rhonda Grimm
December 22, 2015
I am very sorry too hear of Ray's passing. For the very short time I knew him as my neighbor he made a great impact on myself and my boys. He will be dearly missed but with the many stories he shared with me I have wonderful memories.
Howard and Tanny Esterle
December 17, 2015
To the family of Raymond Thornton,
We are so sorry for your loss.
When your heart is empty, filling it with happy memories can help you through this time of sadness.
Gregory Rorrer
December 17, 2015
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. A great man and a good friend, you will be missed R.I.P. Unique Plbg.
Anne Waggoner
December 16, 2015
I'm so grateful to have known Ray! He was a wonderful, sweet, funny, mischievous man. He gave me the opportunity to meet his wife and children who became my extended family, and for that I am eternally grateful. You'll all be in my prayers, and Ray and MaryLou will be forever loved and missed.
McGrady's
December 16, 2015
R.I.P
Carl mcGrady
December 16, 2015
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Mary
December 15, 2015
R.I.P. Ray.
December 15, 2015
Russ,so sorry for your loss. Kathy and I know what its like to have your parents gone.We miss them very much. May
God be with you at this time.
Sue Callihan and Kathy Keeney.
Joanne Hamilton
December 15, 2015
We are forever grateful that we had the opportunity to know and love Ray. We are thankful he blessed our Mom with friendship and love for so many years. He will be forever in our hearts. With all our love, Joanne & Bill Hamilton
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Dec
16
Visitation
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Rose Hill Funeral Home & Burial Park - Akron3653 W Market St, Akron, OH 44333
Dec
16
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Dec
17
Funeral service
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Rose Hill Funeral Home & Burial Park - Akron3653 W Market St, Akron, OH 44333
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