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Services: Tuesday October 28, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood Add to Google Calendar

Visitation: Monday from 5-7 pm at the funeral home in Richwood Add to Google Calendar

Jill Louise Silverthorn, 70, of West Mansfield, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Born in Kenton, on September 2, 1955, Jill was the daughter of the late Billy and Norma (Rogers) Neal. She graduated from Kenton High School in 1973 and went on to earn her associate’s degree in nursing from Marion Technical College. Jill dedicated her professional life to caring for others as a Nurse, working for the Union County Health Department, North Union Local Schools, and the West Central Community Correctional Facility. On March 6, 1976, she married her beloved husband, Jack Silverthorn, in Kenton. Together, they shared 49 years of marriage and raised a beautiful family. Jill's memory will be cherished by her loving husband, Jack Silverthorn; her daughter, Tori (John) Case, of West Mansfield. She was a proud grandmother to Mallory Case. Jill is also survived by her brothers, Jack Neal of Lima, and Randy (Robin) Neal of West Mansfield. She was preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Deb Neal. Jill was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Kenton. She loved to travel, Jill loved to be anywhere with a warm climate. She loved her canine companion, Irish Wolfhound, Murphy. But the true light of her life was her loving and devoted family. She always put them first in her life. Funeral services will be held Tuesday October 28, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood. Pastor Joseph Rhea will officiate. Burial will follow in the Grove Cemetery, Kenton. Friends may call Monday from 5-7 pm at the funeral home in Richwood. Memorial gifts may be made to Viaquest Hospice at 171 Morey Dr #B, Marysville, OH 43040 Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com Directions to Grove Cemetery Directions to Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home Florist Login

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Condolences       to #1 from: Rita Lou Rubeck Headington Parker Richwood, Ohio Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM I am so very sorry for your loss.  Always treasure your fond memories of Jill and a life well lived. #2 from: Tenah McMahan   Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 4:44 PM Sorry for your loss.  She loved her family so much!  I am sure you have a multitude of memories to Cherish. #3 from: melanie ball Powell Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 5:14 PM Tori and Mallory, So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing! My thoughts and sympathies are with you all. #4 from: Deborah L. Troiano.   Ms. T from west central   Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 7:38 PM So sorry to hear this. Jill and I worked together at west central.  She was a great friend. Prayers for all 9f you #5 from: Ginger Cichy Kansas Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 8:20 PM I am sorry to hear of Jill's passing. I worked with her at West Central. #6 from: Kelly Edgar   Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM I  am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing .  She loved her family.  Hold tight to all of your memories.  Hugs and prayers. #7 from: David Ervin Springfield Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 10:18 PM So sorry to hear this news about Jill.  She was a passionate health care professional.  We appreciated everything Jill did for all the residents at West Central. My condolences to her family. #8 from: David Ervin Springfield Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 10:19 PM So sorry to hear this news about Jill.  She was a passionate health care professional.  We appreciated everything Jill did for all the residents at West Central. My condolences to her family. #9 from: Nancy George Marysville Sat, Oct 25, 2025 at 8:16 AM So sorry for your loss.  The caring heart of your mother and wife will always be remembered.  My most cherished memories are the quilts for babies project made by my students at Jackson.  I often look at the pictures and have fond memories of making those priceless loved quilts. #10 from: Lynne Ledley Richwood Sun, Oct 26, 2025 at 6:14 PM Randy My thoughts and prayers are with your family on your sister's passing. #11 from: Dana Lehman SUNBURY OH Tue, Oct 28, 2025 at 12:38 AM My deepest condolences to Tori, Jack and all the Family. Jill and I were in nursing school together. I have  many fun memories of those years together. From laughs to tears, I will always remember Jill who loved her family, nursing and life.  We shared many laughs and great times together. RIP my friend.

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