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.
