Name: Visitation for THOMAS JAY THORNTON Sr.
Start: 2014-01-25T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-01-25T02:00:00.000Z
Location: McGilley & Hoge Johnson County Memorial Chapel

THOMAS (TOM) JAY THORNTON, SR. Thomas (Tom) Jay Thornton, Sr., 70, Overland Park, Kan., passed away January 22, 2014, at home surrounded by those he loved. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, at McGilley & Hoge Chapel, 8024 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park. Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 25, at Highland Christian Church in Highland, Kan., preceded by a visitation at the church from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Burial will be private at a later date in Highland. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kansas City Hospice or to the Zero Prostate Foundation (Zerocancer.org). Tom was born Jan. 25, 1943, in Haddonfield, NJ, to his parents, Paul and Grace (Armstrong) Thornton. Growing up in Highland, Tom played football through high school and college. He was retired from printing sales and had a long history with H&R Block. Tom was honorably discharged from the US Army National Guard. He loved the KU Jayhawks, and the KC Chiefs and Royals. Tom loved to watch his children and grandchildren play sports. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Terry (Teresa); sons Jay, Kevin and wife Ashley, and Tyler; his daughters, Beth and husband Ryan Darst, and Sarah and fiance Shawn; his three wonderful grandchildren, David, Adam and Allison; his brothers, Richard (Jackie) Thornton, Bob (Norma) Thornton, and David (JoLynn) Thornton; and many beloved nieces, nephews, great nephews, great nieces and friends. Please offer condolences online at www.mcgilleyhoge.com. McGilley & Hoge Johnson County Memorial Chapel, 8024 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park, KS 66204, 913-642-3565 www.mcgilleyhogememorialchapel.com

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Published by Kansas City Star on Jan. 24, 2014.

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The Vibrato's

Ray and Linda Hischke

January 31, 2014

The Vibrato's

Ray & Linda Hischke

January 31, 2014

Our sincere condolences to all of Tom's family members. I grew up in Highland with Tom. He played base in our guitar band and he was Best Man at our wedding. Many fond memories of a lifelong friend.

Myrna Stephens

January 31, 2014

Tom was in my high school graduating class--Class of 1960. He made an effort to visit with me at our last class reunion. I am saddened to learn of his death. My sincere sympathy, Myrna Wehrman Stephens

January 27, 2014

Serviced with Tom many hours on the Triangle board. One of the kindness and most caring people I have ever known. Steve Carter

January 27, 2014

Terry, I haven't seen you in a number of years. I have fond memories of when the kids were growing up and the soccer games. Tom was such a sweet guy and I always enjoyed visiting with both of you. I am so sorry for you loss.

Theresa Root (Terri Hirt's Mother)

Rosalie Torok

January 25, 2014

I will so miss this gentle giant and his sense of humor and love for his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and I am available to talk and pray with you when the waves of grief threaten to consume you. I love you all and wish I could have been there to share in the memories today. Rosalie

Judy Taylor Holliday

January 25, 2014

Tom was in our chorale group at Highland High School, so many years ago, yet still in memory. My sincere sympathy in your loss and prayers of comfort in the days ahead.

Larry & Pam Barnett

January 24, 2014

In loving memory of the best next-door neighbor a family could have. We will miss the good natured fun poked back and forth over the many years! Rest in peace, Tom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Terry and family.

Edward Lentz

January 24, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

January 24, 2014

I worked with Tom several years while I was at Trabon. I know he will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Dola McNown

January 24, 2014

Dear Thornton Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Terry and Amita Lee

January 24, 2014

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Grateful to know that you have been surrounded by such a wonderful family and that we have been fortunate to get to know them over the years.

January 24, 2014

Terry, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your children and theirs. Your lives continue to flow along with ours, and many good memories of Tom will continue to live on. With love and kind regards, Drs John and Cynthia Romito

Lindsey Moloney

January 24, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom was an amazing man. We are so appreciate of his kindness and for all he and all of you have done for us and our kids. You made us feel like family when ours was far away. We are so sorry that we can't be there to give you all a big hug. We love you! Brian, Lindsey, Cormac, Declan, and, Keelin Moloney

Bob

January 24, 2014

I am grateful for the life of Mr. Thornton. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

Joyce Vincent

January 24, 2014

I worked with Tom, and he could always make me smile. He had a wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed by many, who's life he touched! RIP Tom.

Ralph Cowman

January 24, 2014

He was my friend and mentor. I will miss him terribly. The entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ralph Cowman

Stephanie & Doug Bennett

January 23, 2014

Our hearts, thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this sad time !

Janet Spangler

January 23, 2014

My condolences to Tom's family. I knew him as a boy in Highland. The photos are precious. I enjoyed getting a glimpse of Tom's life over his years and loved that he retained that shy smile and twinkle in his eye I recall from his youth.

Joan Peterson

January 23, 2014

I went to school with Tom at Highland High School. I was a year ahead of him. Remember him so well. Enjoyed seeing the photo gallery. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Joan Ruhnke Peterson

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