Mr. George W. Thornburgh Obituary

Today june 13 i learn the death of my american father on the birtday of my french father; i live with him and Maryjo in 1982; I am so sad i am crying as i write those few words. I have try last year to contact him at 0017147712086
my number is 0033660150437; please call me I BEG YOU

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Today june 13 2017 i learn the death of my american father ; i live with he and Maryjo in 1982; He passed away the birthday of my french father.......I AM SO SAD AND CANNOT CALL Maryjo 0013147712086; my number is 0033660150437 hugues picon from France

George was my first true mentor at Blue Cross at 14th and Olive. He was understanding and would always strive to develop talent for the organization. George and Mary Jo soon became close friends with whom we always felt comfortable and welcome in their home. Mary Jo, I am sorry that it took me so long to attempt re-engagement since moving to Pennsylvania. It saddened us to see George had passed. He has always been in our thoughts.

Our thoughts are prayers are with the Thornburgh family.

Russell and Nancy Weber

What a great and generous soul! Thanks for all of your neighborly contributions. We miss you!

Yesterday I attended the funeral of my Uncle George. A beautiful service on a wonderful day. Unseasonably warm and sunny, a perfect backdrop for this man. My heart and prayers go out to my Aunt Maryjo, until my father passed away four years ago I had no idea how it truly felt to lose someone. I hope that she has some comfort knowing how much he will be missed. I hadn't really gotten to have any time with Uncle George

Yesterday I attended the funeral of my Uncle George. A beautiful service on a wonderful day. Unseasonably warm and sunny, a perfect backdrop for this man. My heart and prayers go out to my Aunt Maryjo, until my father passed away four years ago I had no idea how it truly felt to lose someone. I hope that she has some comfort knowing how much he will be missed. I hadn't really gotten to have any time with Uncle George for quite some time. Working everyday and having four children will do that, but that's no excuse. Whenever I would get a chance to see him it was like no time had passed and he listened intently to every word I said. Like my cousin Chris had said at the service Uncle George would make you feel as if your words were the most important at that time, all the while looking you in the eye, smiling, with his head tilted to the side. I got to spend time with him in my late teens and early twenties as we both belonged to the same gym. We would talk about whatever, be it a joke that was a little blue (sometimes a lot), maybe he needed a spot, or instruction on proper technique. He easily switched from taking lessons from a young person to giving advice so deftly I didn't notice. Not an imposing man by stature, but strength nonetheless, nonjudgemental as far as I ever saw. My Uncle George was the epitome of a gentleman, a true gentle man. I regret that I had not seen him for a long time, but saying that is really just selfish. As I get older I realize how horrible that word, (regret), truly is. I am happy that I got to know him in any capacity at any point in my life. I will miss him. Again my thoughts and prayers to Aunt Maryjo and everyone else saddened by her loss.

One of the best volunteers the Garden ever had. So knowledgeable, friendly, and kind. I am so sorry for your loss, MaryJo.

The ultimate refined gentleman. George is at peace and may the angels take him to the holy city.

We have very special memories of George, a beautiful, gentle man with a wonderful smile, Though we can't be with you, our hearts and prayers are there in spirit. May God bless you. Love, Srs. Karen, Margaret and Jeanne.