Dewey Franklin Thornton Obituary
The memory of Dewey Franklin Thornton (Lake Butler, Florida), born in Lake City, Florida, who passed away on January 3, 2025 at the age of 91, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dewey Franklin Thornton to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, David Thornton and Mary Etta Stafford Thornton; and his siblings, Lindsey Thornton (Essie), Myrtice Kitchens (J. C.), Mavle Crews (Andrew), Edith Brannen (Cecil), Wilma Carroll (S. B.), Melverna "Bunny" Addison (Robbie) and Charles Thornton (June).
He is survived by: his wife Norma Dekle Thornton; and his sons, David Thornton (Carol) of Clearwater and Donald Thornton of High Springs.
Visitation was held on Saturday, January 11th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church (195 E Main St, Lake Butler, FL 32054). A funeral service was held on Saturday, January 11th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A graveside service was held on Saturday, January 11th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the Elzey Chapel Cemetery (13372 SW 52nd St, Lake Butler, FL 32054).
