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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Carla Thompson Crossin
November 2, 2008
I was so shocked to hear of Ms. Thornton's passing. She was a very sweet lady whom I had got to know a little because she had ties to my home town of Drakes Branch in Charlotte Co. I will miss seeing her face at Sixth Baptist. GOD BLESS her family.
Beulah Crook
October 29, 2008
To the family of Ms. Thornton
I'm sad to hear of Ms.Thornton passing. I had the privilege of knowing Ms. Thornton several years ago she taught my son at Redd Elementary School. We all live in the same community. After her retirement I would see her taking her daily walk. She was always very kind and compassionate lady. I'll miss seeing her walking. I say this to the family keep your faith in God in and he will strengthen you in the days ahead.
Thelma Jones
October 29, 2008
The James & Thelma D. Jones Family of Drakes Branch, Virginia extend our sincerest sympathy to the Family during the loss of your love one.
May God give you the strength to endure and have a blesses live.
Edna and Florence you are in our prayers.
Marion Harris
October 28, 2008
My thoughts are with you today. I was sadden to read about the death of Mrs. Thornton. I came to know Mrs. Thornton and her sister Lillie Venable, when I joined the Sixth Baptist Church family. We all were members of the Ida J. Mason Usher Board. Mrs. Thornton was always a very quiet nature woman.
Please except my words of sympathy.
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LaVerne Hill
October 28, 2008
Lillie and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of bereavement. May you find comfort in God, family and friends. We love you, LaVerne and family
BARBARA GRAVES
October 27, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joseph Fleming
October 27, 2008
Little Kevin
Man I am so grateful to God that I knew your grandmother. I saw how she instilled in you Christian values. Hold firm to your faith and that is what will keep you during this time. God will also help you as you succeed in your future.
Anita Coley
October 27, 2008
I was sadden to hear of your loss. My prayer is that God will sustain each of you and give you peace and strength. I know that she will be missed. Know that others are here to share your grief.
Mary & Carlos Cooper
October 27, 2008
Our heart felt sympathy to you at this difficult time. Ms. Thornton was a kind, gentle, and loving person. Cherish her memory. God Bless.
Geneva Jenkins & Family
October 27, 2008
Miss her but let her go. When Aunt Cat came to the end of the road and the sun had set her free, she wanted no rites in a gloom-filled room. Why cry for a soul set free? Miss her but let her go. For this is a journey that we all must take. And each must go alone. It's all part of the Master's Plan, a step on the road home. When you are lonely and sick at heart, go to the friends you know, and bury your sorrow in doing good deeds. Miss her but let me go.
Lisa Thornton and Family
October 27, 2008
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
Regina Jefferson
October 27, 2008
I offer my deepest sympathy to the family of Catherine Thornton. I pray that God’s mercy grant you peace and comfort during your time of loss. Remember to always look to the Father, for He will never leave you nor forsake you.
Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you planned:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.
By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation
Member of the Ida J. Mason Ushers Ministry of Sixth Baptist Church
Jessica Turner
October 27, 2008
To Kevin Jr and Family,
You are in my prayers.
Rev. Jessica Turner
From the Staff of Joseph Jenkins, Jr. Funeral Home
October 27, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Cynthia Austin
October 24, 2008
Dear Kevin and Family
I have very fond memories of Aunt Catherine, she and my now deceased mother grew up together. I am sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers,
Yours in Christ,
Cindy Austin
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