Travis D. Thornhill, age 77, of Sauk Village, Illinois, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2016. Beloved husband of Lagay Thornhill nee Daniel for almost 51 years. Dear brother of Ivadell (Hubert) Taylor. Cherished uncle of many nephews and nieces and many great and great-great nephews and nieces. Preceded in death by his parents: Neal and Masie Thornhill. Visitation Thursday, February 25, 2016 from 3:00to 8:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Sauk Village, 22240 Burnham Ave., Sauk Village,IL. Funeral service Friday, February 26, 2016 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church. Interment at Memory Lane Memorial Park - Crown Point, IN. Travis was a 38 year member of the Sauk Village Fire Department and Fire Chief for ten years. He was a long time Cubs fan and University of Alabama Football Fan. Roll Tide! Arrangements entrusted to Steger Memorial Chapel - Steger, IL. Further information at708-755-6100or www.smitsfh.com