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1936 - 2007
 Einer Thorlund Jr. age 71 of Greenville died suddenly on Wednesday August 22, 2007.
He was born in Greenville on July 27, 1936 the son of Einer and Gunhild M. Jensen Thorlund and was a graduate of Greenville High School with the class of 1955 and also a graduate of Michigan State University. He was an owner of Thorlund Farms in Greenville and was past chairman of the Michigan Bean Commission and a former trustee of Montcalm Community College.
He married Suzanne L. Moore in Greenville on May 11, 1963 and she preceded him in death on September 25, 1992. His parents also preceded him in death and his son Eric Thorlund on April 12, 1985.
Surviving are his children; Einer S.III and Denise Thorlund, Andrew and Cindy Thorlund, Jeff and Angela Thorlund and Jennifer Thorlund and Brian Lillie all of Greenville, his grandchildren; Megan, Elin, Eric, Blake, David, Derek, Emily, Alyshia, Joey, Linsie and Drew, his sister Elin Doehne of Novato, California, his brother, John and Clorice Thorlund of Greenville, sister-in-law Linda and Rich Pilkinton of Las Vegas, NV and several nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held on Sunday August 26 from 4-7 PM at Hurst Funeral Home. No formal funeral ceremony will be held. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be given to the Fighting Falcon Museum or Flat River Community Library.
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There are currently 9 condolences.
Richard Easlick
Tuesday August 28, 2007 at
9:18 PM
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Thorlund Family:I just read about Einer's death, I am very saddened to read this, I have known Einer for 18 years from the seed corn business, Einer was one of the nicest person I have ever met. I'm sure everyone in his family has a special place in their hearts for him as I do. Please accept my sincere sympothy. Sincerly Richard Easlick.
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Brad Lillie & Scott Lucius
Monday August 27, 2007 at
7:30 AM
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Jennifer, Brian, David, Derek, Emily, Alyshia & Joey, may we offer our sincerest condolences to you and the Thorlund family on the loss of your beloved father & grand father. May his treasured memories, bring your family solace at a time when comfort is rare? The Thorlund family is in our thoughts and prayers. Bradley & Scott
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Carol Sorensen
Saturday August 25, 2007 at
2:23 PM
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I was so saddened to read about Einer's death. I knew Einer for over 60 years, going way back to our years in 4-H Club. Please accept my sincere sympathy via this e-mail as I will be out of town on Sunday and unable to come to the visitation.
Sincerely, Carol Sorensen
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Leonard J. Vandermey
Saturday August 25, 2007 at
10:03 AM
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Sorry to hear of Einer's passing. As as we were neighbors back in childhood days, I remember the Thorland's well and worked for them in the early 60's and admired them well for their accomplishments both on the personal side and the commmunity. Einer will be sadly missed, I think of him often. Leonard J. Vandermey
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Lee VanHoose Family
Friday August 24, 2007 at
9:02 PM
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Jeff, Angela, Eric & Blake, we are so sorry to hear about your dad/G-pa. So many people thought alot of him and he will be missedl. You are in our prayers. Lee, Barb, Jessica ,Jordan & Mackenzie VanHoose
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Mary (Hubbard) Rockwell
Friday August 24, 2007 at
8:05 PM
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Jeff & Angie
Jennifer & Brian
Having lost my parents @ a young age, I understand your painful hearts. You and your families are all in my prayers.
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Gary T. Sirrine
Friday August 24, 2007 at
6:01 PM
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Let me express my sorrow with the unexpected passing of Einer. I first got aquainted with Einer in the early 70's while I was at the 1st State Bank of Greenville. Despite Eioner being a Democrat and me a Republican; Einer a Michigan State graduate and me a huge U of M fan we still became good friends. I admired Einer's enthusiasm for following his childrens school activities (and later his grandsons) especially track, wrestling and football. He also loved his game of golf and almost always beat me, Harry(Hicks) and brother John. Incidently Einer, brother John, Harry & I were the first team to go to Myrtle Beach with many more trips to follow. I have always admired Einer's farming knowledge which speaks for itself,his success in farming. He was always very astute and aware of current affairs. Einer was a very honest hard working man who's word was his bond! I will miss you friend. Gary T. Sirrine
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Stephen Hole
Friday August 24, 2007 at
3:08 PM
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Jenny,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I have had the great pleasure of doing business with Einer and the rest of the family over the years. It is easy to see the ethics that Einer has installed in all of his children. I remember years back Einer telling me, a city boy, "a little hard work will never hurt me". He will be sadly missed in the community.
Stephen Hole.
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Rich Kogelschatz
Thursday August 23, 2007 at
2:45 PM
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What a great man! Growing up with the Thorlund boys Einer always treated me very well even when I didn't deserve it. His legacy is the great kids he leaves behind.
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