Earl B. Thoming

Earl Thoming (89) of Aurora, Colorado, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025. Born March 30, 1936 in Denver, he left behind a legacy of quiet strength, love for family, and service to his community. Earl was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Orta Mary Thoming, his brothers Lee and Johnny, and step-brother Bob Ashford.

Growing up in Denver, Earl developed a lifelong passion for all things mechanical. He would often be found under the hood of a car, tinkering with engines, or lending a hand to his neighbors. His love for mechanical things eventually became much more than a hobby; it became one of the many ways he gave back to his community. Earl’s modesty meant he rarely spoke of his talents. Whether he was building bikes for the local kids or ensuring a family’s car was safe for the road, his neighbors and friends will long remember his generosity.

A proud veteran, Earl served honorably in the U.S. Navy Seabees. There he learned the values of hard work, dedication, and teamwork that he would carry throughout his life. After his military service, Earl continued to lead by example as Assistant Scoutmaster for Troop 52. He taught young scouts the values he cherished and skills he had honed. Earl’s commitment to his faith and community led to his calling as Bishop of the Denver 6th Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; a responsibility he undertook with humility and devotion. He further served his church and its members through regular volunteer work at the Bishop’s Storehouse, always looking for opportunities to ease the burdens of others.

Above all, Earl cherished his family. For decades, he was a devoted and loving husband to his steadfast partner in every chapter of his life, Marilyn Thoming. Together, they raised a close-knit family with their children David (Diane), Jim (Amy), Marie, Mike (Heather), and Joe (Kirsten). Included in this loving group are grandchildren Rin, Brady, Aubrey, Haley (Jeremy), Hannah, Emily, Gage, Sean, Rory, Annika, Tate, and one great grandchild Scottie - all of whom survive him. Earl's life was also enriched by the enduring bonds with his close friends and family. They remember him as stoic and private, but unable to hide a smile that would betray his true feelings even when he tried to appear reserved. Earl did not have a poker face, and those who knew him valued this honesty and genuineness in every interaction.

Earl’s greatest joys were simple: time spent with Marilyn and his children, afternoons fixing a neighbor’s car, time solving cross word puzzles, following NASCAR events on TV, and opportunities to help those around him in any way he could.

His family encourages those who knew Earl to remember him by reaching out with a helping hand to a friend or neighbor, just as he so often did.

He will be dearly missed, fondly remembered, and forever cherished by all whose lives he touched.

You can join Earl's service via livestream by clicking HERE.