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Phyllis Thornton Obituary
July 16, 1947 - August 25, 2021
Modesto, California - Phyllis Diane Thornton passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at the age of 74. She was born July 16, 1947 to Bob and Ruth Simpson in Modesto, CA. She lived in Ceres, CA for 65 years and Modesto, CA for the last 9 years.
Phyllis worked as a Teacher's Aide for the Ceres Unified School District. Phyllis and her husband, Jack, ran the Snack Shack across from Ceres High School, her alma mater, for many years. She was active in many community events and loved to sing, dance and travel. Her hobbies included the Red Hat Club and Paparazzi Jewelry.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Thornton, parents, Bob and Ruth Simpson. She is survived by her children, Rachelle Vargas of Modesto, Tisha LeCouve of St. Petersburg; grandchildren, Nolan Vargas, Edward Vargas, Jr, Wyatt Vargas, Jarod LeCouve, Jacob LeCouve, Jacquelyn LeCouve; and many more dear family and friends.
The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at The Well Community Church located at 2500 Claus Rd. in Modesto, CA.
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Cheryl Arrollo Tobin
September 26, 2021
So sad to hear of Phyllis passing. It´s been many years now since I´ve seen her. We were classmates at Walter White Jr High and, for a while, at Ceres High. I will always remember her for her friendliness and bubbly personality. My deepest condolences to her entire family and friends. Rest in peace sweet lady.
Gaby Morder
September 20, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Phyllis was a sweet neighbor that I will miss.
Barbara Pedrioli
September 20, 2021
So very sorry for your loss
Tisha Thornton LeCouve
September 17, 2021
Tisha Thornton LeCouve
September 17, 2021
Tisha Thornton LeCouve
September 17, 2021
Tisha Thornton LeCouve
September 17, 2021
Tisha Thornton LeCouve
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Tisha Thornton LeCouve
September 17, 2021
I miss you Mommy. We love you and will miss you always, until we meet again.
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