John Roscoe Thornton's obituary , Passed away on June 16, 2024 in Medora, Illinois

John Roscoe Thornton

January 6, 1932 - June 16, 2024 (92 years old)

Medora, Illinois

John Roscoe Thornton's obituary , Passed away on June 16, 2024 in Medora, Illinois

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Anderson Family Funeral Home

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John Roscoe Thornton

January 6, 1932 - June 16, 2024 (92 years old)

Medora, Illinois

John Roscoe Thornton Obituary

In loving memory of John Roscoe Thornton of Medora, Illinois, born in Brighton, Illinois, who departed this world on June 16, 2024 at the age of 92. John leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lawrence Thornton and Viola Thornton (Alexander); his wife Helen Thornton (Wayman); his son David Bailey; and his siblings, Clarence Thornton, James Thornton, Katherine Cravens, Freda Buckley and Treva Ele.

He is survived by: his children, Evelyn Kessinger, Johnny Thornton, Gary Thornton (Leann), Sherrie Drennan, Donna Morrison, Earl Bailey (Rhonda), Linda Kirchner, Marvin Bailey (Marilyn), Ronald Bailey and Jimmy Bell (Sandra Sprinot). He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Anderson Family Funeral Home



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501 W Center St, Brighton, IL 62012

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