In Remembrance Of
George Minthorn
George Edwin Minthorn of Smithville, MO, was born on May 29, 1941, in Columbia Falls, Montana to Eber and Leona (Knapp) Minthorn. He was 1 of 7 children and the baby of the family. When he was young, the family moved to many places throughout Colorado and Arizona. George graduated from Prescott High School in Prescott, AZ in 1959. He wished to see the world so he enlisted in the Navy where he served for 4 years. While stationed in Guam, he enjoyed swimming, snorkeling, and collecting shells. He also went to Japan and San Diego.
After the Navy, he moved to Independence, MO where he met and married his wife of nearly 60 years, Linda Sutton. George and Linda were married on August 20, 1966. He began his career of 30 years with TWA as a Stores Clerk, a sheet metal mechanic and a Union Steward. After retiring in 1997, he made good use of his time by starting a lawn care business. He took pride in his work and was appreciated by many commercial and residential clients. He taught his grandson, Alex the trade.
He had a lifelong love of travel and photography. He spent many years as a professional wedding, little league and portrait photographer. George loved to travel, meet new people, learn new cultures and go on new adventures. He took his family on many travels throughout the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Germany, England, and Hawaii. He had many excursions to Mexico City, Kenya, and South Africa. One of his favorite places was the island of Rarotonga in the South Pacific. He enjoyed volunteering and lending a helping hand to many people in need.
He was preceded in death by his foster son, Herb Crown, parents, Eber and Leona Minthorn, siblings Raymond, Alice Penniston, Myrna Allers, John and Ivan.
He is survived by his wife Linda, daughter Pamela Minthorn, grandson Alex Minthorn, brother Melvin (Gail) of Wilton, CT, several nieces, nephews, and his many friends and neighbors. He will be missed.
Celebration of Life Services will be on Wednesday, May 27th at 11:00 a.m. with Visitation from 10:00-11:00 a.m. prior to the service at Highlands Community of Christ Church, 7615 N Platte Purchase Dr. Kansas City, MO 64118.
Burial with Military Honors will be held on Thursday, May 28th at 2:30 p.m. at the Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS.
Donations may be given to Central Avenue Center of Hope 11 N 15th St. Kansas City, KS 66102.
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Service Details
2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 28th at the Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS.
11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 27th at Highlands Community of Christ Church, 7615 N Platte Purchase Dr. Kansas City, MO 64118.
10:00-11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 27th at Highlands Community of Christ Church, 7615 N Platte Purchase Dr. Kansas City, MO 64118.
Comments & condolences
8 comments
Amina
George was a good hearted person,he was the best.my heart is bleeding.No words can explain how nice he was.My sincere condolences to his family.mum Linda I know your are a strong woman.may Almighty God give you strength in this difficult moment
Julie Bruch
George was so interesting to talk to and always so interested in others as well. What an honor it was to have known him! My husband, Sano, and I enjoyed every chance we had to sit and chat. We send our deepest condolences to Linda. We will miss his humor and friendship!
Paul Wildberger
So sorry Linda. Always loved and got a big kick out of him. Was a good hearted man. He will be missed ❤️. Always enjoyed talking to him when yall come over to do yard work at Pam’s.
Lisa Parker
Sending prayers and condolence on your loss.
Linda, I have such fond memories of George and your family.
Babysitting for Herb and Pam as a teenager, helping George take pictures of the sport teams and later his help getting my first job at Dr. Lambert’s dental office.
I am very thankful to have known your family.
Rest in peace George, I was blessed to have known you.
Lisa Parker
Alta Stephens
I will miss you, George. Even though our families were closely connected (double cousins) we didn’t really become acquainted until we were both adults because of distance. I really enjoyed the times we spent together… you were like the brother I never had. I will stay in touch with your sweet Linda since you are gone and that will in some way make me feel close to you.
Michael Graves
Condolences and blessings to the Minthorn family. George was warm hearted and a caring individual, and will always be remembered by myself as such, rest in peace George.
Rebecca Cunningham
I am so sorry to hear this. You are in my prayers.
Mercy Nzisa Wambua
May George Minthorn rest in eternal peace
May God give his family comfort.