BORN

1937

DIED

2017

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Paul Thorniley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 18, 2017.

Paul Van Thorniley, 80, of Richmond VA, passed away on December 16, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, R. Ralph and Irene Chaby Thorniley, his sister Joanne Kane and his nephew, Robert Kikkert. He is survived by his wife, Susan Clohan Thorniley; sons, Bruce A. and Brian K. Thorniley; step-children, Jennifer L. Sutherland (Mark), H. Kenneth Cushwa III (Sheila) and William B. Cushwa (Rachel); grandchildren, Ashley and Bethany Sutherland, Kimberly, Kathryn, Chloe and Liam Cushwa.

Paul was a proud graduate of Purdue University where he received both his BS and MS in Civil Engineering. While serving in the US Army, he graduated from the Army Language School and received the Army Commendation Medal and the ASUA Achievement Award.

He had a successful career in civil engineering and construction project management. His projects were in multiple states and included office buildings, schools, hotels, apartments, base housing and other government structures. After "retirement" he worked as a consultant/manager for projects in Northern VA and Maryland.

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 14, at Bon Air Baptist Church, 2531 Buford Road, Richmond, VA 23235. A reception at the church will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Purdue Musical Organization, 359 Northwestern Ave, West Lafayette, IN 47906-2967 or the Bon Air Baptist Church music program.

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January 3, 2018

J Brady

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking about you during this difficult time. Sending Love and Light.

December 31, 2017

Julie Ardoin

Dear Susan, You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband. I know this is such a sad time for you and your family. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie Ardoin, Retired Stuart HS Librarian

December 25, 2017

C H

To the family of Paul Van Thorniley:

My condolence for the loss of your loved. May God mend your broken and crushed heart. He will help you, because he cares for you.

December 21, 2017

Robyn Singletary-Chung

Peace and blessings to you and yours during this sad time. May God grant you peace as you face the days to come. May the memories of a life well lived sustain you and your family..
Peace & Blessings to all

December 21, 2017

Kathleen Brinkman

Susan, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I know that fond memories will sustain you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

December 18, 2017

Fred and Denise Hollida

We just heard of Paul's passing. Sorry to hear of your loss. We will hold you and your family in our prayers.

December 18, 2017

Bernie Henderson

As President of Woody Funeral Home, I extend our deepest sympathy from all our staff for your loss. We are committed to providing the utmost care to you at this time and throughout the days to come. Our purpose is to assist and serve you in a manner that exceeds your expectations. We pledge to strive to merit the trust you have reposed in us.

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