Michael E. Thornell's obituary , Passed away on February 23, 2020 in Decatur, Illinois

Michael E. Thornell

February 18, 1950 - February 23, 2020 (70 years old)

Decatur, Illinois

Michael E. Thornell's obituary , Passed away on February 23, 2020 in Decatur, Illinois

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Michael E. Thornell

February 18, 1950 - February 23, 2020 (70 years old)

Decatur, Illinois

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Michael E. Thornell Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 23, 2020, at the age of 70, Michael E. Thornell (Decatur, Illinois) passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael E. Thornell to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Dwight E. Thornell and Montia Marie Thornell (Cravens); his children, Quentin Thornell, Steven Ray Thornell and Sarah Thornell; his granddaughter Amber Jo Thornell; and his siblings, Edgar Thornell, Sr., Barbara Morlan and Mary Holdman.

He is survived by: his wife Deborah Thornell of Decatur, IL; his children, Patrick Hebdon of Birmingham, AL, Bradley Thornell of Decatur, IL, Christopher Thornell, Sr. (Sarah) of Decatur, IL, Nicholas W. Thornell (Rachel) of Decatur, IL and Jill McCoy (Chelsea II) of Decatur, IL; and his siblings, David Thornell of Minnesota, Billie Thornell of Decatur, IL, Harold Thornell (Gabrielle) of Decatur, IL and Cheryl Rokash (Dan) of Kentucky. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be directed to DMH Hospice or Gary Sinise Foundation.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
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February 27, 2020

Robert Morlan III wrote a sympathy message

“So very sad. I’m not able to get down there for the funeral. I loved uncle Mike and wish I could have seen him more. He always made me laugh.”


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