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Sharon THORNTON Obituary

THORNTON,

Sharon Darlene

Age 68, was called home to be with the Lord Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at Miami Valley Hospital surrounded by her family. Ms. Sharon Darlene Thornton was born to Rev. George and Mary Scott on June 28, 1953, in Columbus, Ohio. She was a devoted schoolteacher and retired after 30 years of service. She was a member of St. Paul A.M.E. Zion Church. Sharon graduated from Central State University where she received her BA in

Education, she received her master's degree at Wright State University. Sharon was a member of the Eta Phi Beta Sorority. She was preceded in death by; her parents; brother, Charles (Renee) Scott. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, a son Demonte (Yolanda) Thornton; a daughter, Nicole

(Sherman) James, sister, Deborah Fulgham of Columbus;

devoted granddaughter, Lakeia Draper; grandsons, Alton L. Thornton and Noah Thornton; (3) great-grandchildren, Zyion Draper, Myilah Rogan, Aubrey Rogan; many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends, and her St. Paul A.M.E. family. Homegoing service 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 21, 2022, at St. Paul A.M.E. Zion Church, 4544 Laurel Dr., Dayton, OH 45417, with Pastor Lawrence Spann officiating. Final

Disposition: Cremation. Family will receive friends 10 a.m.

Arrangements entrusted to THOMAS FUNERAL HOME, 4520 Salem Ave. "We will always carry your memory in our hearts".

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Feb. 20, 2022.

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Thea Gatliff

March 7, 2022

My condolences! Sharon was my cousin and had biggest heart ever. Will keep family in prayers!

Mr.Mrs Dennis Wright

February 23, 2022

Prayers and love to the family, may God bless us all

Annette Willis

February 21, 2022

Stay strong and blessed LaKeia Draper. I am praying for you

Donna and Tom Andrew

February 21, 2022

So very sorry to hear about Ms. Sharon. She was the nicest and kindest teacher at Eastmont and it was a joy to work with and along side of her. Her students were fortunate to be guided by her over the years.

Billy Scott

February 20, 2022

I´m sorry to hear about Sharon
She was a wonderful person she will be missed by all
I was her student back at eastmont
Billy Scott Dayton Ohio

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