John F. Thornell Jr

1921–1998 (age 77)

Biography

John F. Thornell Jr. answered his nation's call with steady leadership, spending decades in uniform and approaching every assignment with a sense of calm duty.

In civilian life he continued that service by supporting fellow veterans, turning his home into a gathering place for stories of shared sacrifice, and offering a thoughtful ear to family and friends.

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