Harvey Lee Thornberry Massillon, Ohio Obituary

Harvey Lee Thornberry

<p>Harvey L. Thornberry, 92, of Massillon entered humbly into the presence of his Savior, late Thursday afternoon, October15, 2020.&nbsp; Born September 23, 1928, in Bellsville, Ohio, a son to the late Clyde F. and Dorothy L. (Brown) Thornberry, Harvey graduated from Massillon Washington High School with the Class of 1946, and served honorably in the United States Naval Service.&nbsp; He retired from the former Tyson Bearing Division of SKF where he had worked as a machinist.&nbsp; A faithful and active member of the Northwest Church of Christ in Canton, Harvey placed his faith, his wife and his family very much at the center of his life.&nbsp; That life was one of willing and humble service to God, to the nation and to those entrusted to his care as a husband, father, grandpa, great-grandpa, brother, uncle and friend.&nbsp; He loved the outdoors; loved camping and was a great fan of Massillon Tiger football.&nbsp; His church community became his extended family and he truly treasured their time together.</p> <p>Predeceased by his parents; his son, Ronald L. Thornberry; and his sister, Nelda Thornberry Houck; Harvey is survived by his best friend and beloved wife of 64 years, Dorothy Louise (Bowen) Thornberry, of the home; their daughter, Kathy Lynn Thornberry, of Bufford, Georgia; grandsons, Ronald J. (Danielle) Thornberry and Brian M. Thornberry and five great-grandchildren. &nbsp;Daughter-in-law, Charlene Thornberry also survives.</p> <p>All services will be private with arrangements entrusted to Atkinson Feucht Hare Funeral Home in Massillon.&nbsp; The family has suggested memorial contributions in Harvey&rsquo;s name made to Meadow Wind Healthcare Center in Massillon.&nbsp; Your memories and condolences are always welcome and may be added to our on-line guestbook at www.atkinsonfeucht.com.</p>
September 23, 1928 - October 15, 202009/23/192810/15/2020
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Ted and Linda Blackwood
October 19, 2020
Our deepest sympathy to Louise and the family. Harvey was a great Christian and one of our favorite friends. He was always such a great encouragement over the years! I know he is now enjoying his reward from the Lord. Ted          and Linda Blackwood
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Georgia Daverio
October 18, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Harvey was a great man! He always put others first. He will be missed.

Mary Poulos
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October 18, 2020
With deepest sympathy on your loss.
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Paige Nifong
October 18, 2020
Our deepest sympathy on your loss.  Sending prayers to all the family,
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Sharyn Moorehead
October 17, 2020
Harvey was a second cousin to my dad,John Decker.... he was such a great person....he used to teach bible class at Ninth St.church of christ,( in the balcony) Bob and I had great times with the people in that class...going on trips to amish country, having halloween part... Continue Reading
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Terry Reese
October 17, 2020
Coach Grampa is what our baseball team called him. All the kids loved him and so did the parents. He and his late son Ron Thornberry showed the kids how to be good players and people. I know it carried my son as a person and player in High School and college. It was a ho... Continue Reading
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Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum
October 17, 2020
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
 May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,

May your memories of Harvey Lee Thornberry, give you peace, comfort and strength…

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