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Thomas Layton

May 7, 1967 - December 8, 2024

Thomas Gregory Layton, 57, passed away on December 08, 2024, at his childhood home in New Palestine, IN. He was born in South Bend, IN on May 07, 1967, to parents Everett (Jerry) Layton and Lorraine (Gottee) Layton. He married Arlyne (Adams) Layton on July 14, 1990.

He graduated from New Palestine high school in 1987. After high school he started the Union painter apprenticeship program in 1989 and would go on to become a journeyman painter. He specialized in hanging various types of wall coverings all over the state. He also painted the Colts field for several years during his time working with Hoosier Dome. He always took pride in his work. He retired from the Union in 2022 at 55 years old.

He loved to fish and spend a lot of time outdoors. He was very meticulous about mowing his lawn, he changed directions every time and created a checkerboard pattern. He has also taken care of his fathers-in-law Terry’s lawn with the same care for 10 years after his tragic accident. He loved spending time with family camping, trail riding, horse shows, and watching Big Bang Theory. At the horse shows he was known for cooking huge, delicious breakfasts and passing out popsicles to all the kids. He wasn’t a big reader but thoroughly enjoyed reading about useless facts and information in Uncle John’s Bathroom Readers Series.

He is predeceased by his father Everett Jerry Layton.

He is survived by mother: Lorraine Layton; wife Arlyne (Adams) Layton; children: Ashley Dunlap, Chase, Wyatt, and Rylee Layton; grandchildren: Jaylen, Jasmine, Jacob, Jarren, Jace, Jerah Dunlap, and Aurora Layton; great grandchildren: Easton and Alaya Dunlap ; Siblings: Michael, Mark, William, Patrick Layton, and Rebecca Coffman.

Celebration of life 1/25/2025 10am-12pm at 1574 SR-234 Fortville IN 46040

In lieu of flowers please donate to The Landing Place 18 W South St Greenfield, IN 46140

http://thelandingplacehc.com

 

Funeral arrangements were trusted to Cremation Society of Indiana, 4115 Shelby Street Indianapolis, IN 46227, (317) 783-3357.

 

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Thomas Gregory Layton, 57, passed away on December 08, 2024, at his childhood home in New Palestine, IN. He was born in South Bend, IN on May 07, 1967, to parents Everett (Jerry) Layton and Lorraine (Gottee) Layton. He married Arlyne (Adams) Layton on July 14, 1990. He graduated from New Palestine high school inContinue Reading

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Carroll & Wilma Rumble left a message on December 12, 2024:
We are so sorry for your loss. Tom and our Kevin played together as children when you lived down the street.
Natina (CORDELL) Thalien left a message on December 12, 2024:
Dearest Arlyne, My heart aches deeply for your loss. It’s an unimaginable sorrow that you and your family are feeling, and I want you to know that I am sending you so much love and support spiritually during this incredibly difficult time. I hope you can find comfort in the legacy of love and strength he leaves behind, reflected so clearly in you and your beautiful family. You are not alone, and although I’m afar (France) -Whenever you need a friend to just listen, reminisce, or just be in silence with - I’m here for you. With all my heartfelt condolences, Natina (Cordell) Thalien
Claire Cedeno left a message on December 11, 2024:
Our deepest condolences. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Cremation Society of Indiana left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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