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In Memory

Russell Thornock - Class of 1947

Russell Orin Thornock, age 80, passed away September 11, 2009. Born February 9, 1929 in Hazelton, ID, to Kenneth and Bardella Rasmussen Thornock. Married Elnora Blank, March 31, 1962. Russell was a veteran of the Air Force. He loved teaching and taught for many years. Russell sang with the Olympus Male Chorus and the Utah Chorale. He also enjoyed going to Bear Lake and participating in camping, swimming and the beauty of the area. He had a private pilots license and liked flying. Survived by his wife; children, Linda Jean, and Russell; four step-children; 32 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents; son, Danny; step-daughter, Elnora May; two sisters, and one brother; and granddaughter, Aleecelynn. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 11:00 a.m. at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 South Redwood Road, with a viewing one hour prior to services. Interment to follow.