Thomas Ray “Corbin” Surles Jr.

Memorial Services for Thomas Ray “Corbin” Surles Jr., 24, Lawrence, KS will be held 4:00 pm, Friday, July 24, 2020 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS. Please be aware that due to COVID-19 and safety precautions, there will only be 45 people allowed and we are asking people to respect and comply with social distancing and must wear a mask. Thomas passed away Sunday, July 12, 2020 at Stormont Vail Health in Topeka.

Thomas was born on September 6, 1995 in Lawrence, KS, the son of Thomas Sr. and Constance (Mallott) Surles.

Survivors include his father, Thomas Ray Surles Sr. of Eudora, KS, mother, Constance Surles of Yucca Valley, CA, daughter, Jasper Princivalli of Bismarck, ND, sisters; Cassandra Surles of Strasburg, CO, Mary Ray of Yucca Valley, CA, brother, Christopher Ray of Lawrence, KS, grandmother, Retha Beebe of Ottawa, KS.

The family suggests memorials in his name to the charity of choice and may be sent in care of the Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.

14 Condolences

  1. Julie Rea on July 17, 2020 at 4:36 pm

    So sorry to hear about Corbin. I worked as school secretary at East Heights where he and Cassie went to grade school. I remember them as beautiful children. My neighbor is Brian Keeton and he shared the sad new with me earlier this week. Again, so sorry for your loss.



  2. Julie Rea on July 17, 2020 at 4:37 pm

    So sorry to hear about Corbin. I worked as school secretary at East Heights where he and Cassie went to grade school. I remember them as beautiful children. My neighbor is Brian Keeton and he shared the sad news with me earlier this week. Again, so sorry for your loss.



  3. Shaelyn on July 17, 2020 at 7:33 pm

    Corbin was one of the most beautiful people I’ve ever met. He radiated constant positivity and love and it was impossible not to smile when you were around him. Thoughts and love to his family right now, I’m so sorry for your loss.



  4. Briana on July 18, 2020 at 1:15 pm

    He was so kind and always had a way to make everyone smile around him. He truly radiated kindness and positivity. This hurts me so much. Sending love to his family and friends



  5. Montie on July 18, 2020 at 10:40 pm

    One of the closest brothers ive had he was special in a corbin kind of way. I will always remember him as a loving person who would give me the shirt of his back anytime i asked. He was a rare breed and you wont ever meet another person with a bigger heart. Friends like him just dont come around anymore. Ill always have him in my heart with me no matter where i go. Im sorry cassie and thomas i will always charish the times we had together.



  6. Nick crowe on July 19, 2020 at 9:51 am

    Corbin was my friend for a long time. Usually always had a smile on his face it hurts knowing hes gone. Fly high my guy. Never forgotten



  7. Anthony on July 20, 2020 at 9:16 am

    I’ve known Corbin since he was a little! Him and my brother Adrian were very close friends growing up! It’s so hard to hear this. Rest In Heaven Corbin. Fly high.



  8. Kelly Cobb-Cook on July 20, 2020 at 12:02 pm

    This breaks my heart. ????Corbin and my son Aj were friends since grade school. Often if you seen one you seen the other???? .My thoughts and prayers go out to his family! Gone but never forgotten!! RIP Corbin ! Fly High with the Angels kiddo!????



  9. Tina french on July 20, 2020 at 10:28 pm

    So sorry for your loss Connie and Tom I’m keeping you all in my prayers Corbin seemed to me like a pretty sweet kid I know I’ve known him since he was a baby but time just flies he’s now up with the angels Flying high and watching over his mom and dad and family he will be missed dearly R.I.P Corbin and keep a flying high with all the angels .



  10. Trevor Dennis on July 22, 2020 at 1:58 am

    Corbin was a great friend of mine, I want to wish the family the best in this trying time. I will truly play my part in keeping his great memories alive, he touched the heart and soul of everyone he met. He will always be a brother of mine. I hope you keep us all safe and believe we’ll see you again. I’m going to miss you terribly, I love you man.



  11. Nancy J DeGarmo on July 25, 2020 at 10:53 am

    I remember Corbin as a student at New York Elementary. He was a happy boy and full of fun. So sorry for your loss.



  12. Mileena miller on July 27, 2020 at 6:50 pm

    Just watched that beautiful video. Corbin loved nature so much and I remember the last time we actually got to hangout we went on a walk in the woods together. He was a beautiful person and made a huge impact on my life. I miss him so much. And cant wait to walk in nature with him again someday. I love u Corbin. I remember the first day of 7th grade and the teacher called out Thomas and u were sitting right behind me and we both had to correct the teacher on what to call us. I’ll never forget u. Promise.



  13. Carolyn Church on August 12, 2020 at 12:08 pm

    I regret that I learned of Corbin’s death too late to attend the memorial service. What a wonderful video tribute to Corbin! I was fond of him. My heart aches to know he passed away. Gone but not forgotten. RIP Corbin.



  14. Stephanie Davis on October 11, 2020 at 11:48 am

    I’m very sorry for your loss.



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