Otis Leon Thrower Obituary
In loving memory of Otis Leon Thrower (Portland, Oregon), born in Fordyce, Arkansas, who departed this world on June 29, 2025 at the age of 80. Otis leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Otis is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Otis' spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Herman J. Thrower, Sr. and Edith E. Thrower; and his siblings, Mildred Norwood, Jo Ann Childs, Jean Scott and Herman J. Thrower, Jr..
He is survived by: his brother George R. Thrower, Sr.. He is also survived by nephews, nieces, cousins, in-laws, extended family.
Viewing was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Terry Family Funeral Home (2337 N Williams Ave, Portland, OR 97227). A memorial service was held on Tuesday, July 15th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Allen Temple Cme Church (4236 NE 8th Ave, Portland, OR 97211). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, July 15th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the River View Cemetery (300 S Taylors Ferry Rd, Portland, OR 97219).