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Ronald THORNTON Obituary
THORNTON, Rev. Ronald
aka 'Lil Rev'
Born on September 12, 1960, departed this life on July 29, 2011, after a long battle with cancer. He will be missed by his family and friends. A memorial service will be held in his honor, Friday, August 5, 2011 at 11:30 a.m. at Shiloh Baptist Church located at 3565 9th Avenue, Sacramento, CA.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald THORNTON
Katrina Barnes-Miller & family
July 31, 2012
It has been a year since we seen your transition into the arms of the Lord. My family misses you and will never forget the laughter, sadness we've shared over the years. We were more than cousins, you were more like a brother. I know you are walking around heaven rejoicing. RIP
Reggie Green
October 27, 2011
It so hard not talking to my brother. But I believe that God has every thing under control.
Ribbian McGrew
September 1, 2011
To the Thornton family I was deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Ronald, he was someone that I came to know through the funeral industry and when his mother died I was the person that help the family with her final arrangements. I will miss him because he was such a passionate person when it came to helping others during their difficult journey of a loved one passing. It is with great honor that I can truly say that we have lost a beautiful spirit on this earth. Ronald was one of the best employees of J. Morris along with Myron, may they both rest in heavenly peace.
Barbara Babbitt
August 14, 2011
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your love one. I knew Rev. Thornton back in 1993 when I attended New Testament.
Antoinette
August 12, 2011
I worked at J.Morris with Ron...he was a man full of energy and charisma. I know God called him home to glory and he now has a higher calling and purpose. Love you Ron.
Mackie
August 8, 2011
To Sandra and Margaret and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Duana Johnson
August 6, 2011
From Sister Shirley Holley and family,our thought and prayes go out to the Thornton Family may God bless you all and keep you in his loving arms.
Joyce Sandridge @@
August 6, 2011
I remember growing up in strawberry manor and Ronald would carry his Bible around I knew then he was going to be a great leader. Seeing him speak at new testament Baptist. God said well done my faithful servant Ronald. To Thorton family my prayers our with you
Stanley Johnson
August 6, 2011
We were grad school friends to end, now ur with our lord, u will be missed alot rest in peace my friend
Ezekiel Sowells
August 5, 2011
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Annette Ray-Wade
August 5, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Todd Hutchins
August 4, 2011
You are missed. There are no words...
Dee Stinson
August 4, 2011
Ron I miss u so much my friend ... God bless you. My heart hurts but I know you are with the lord
August 4, 2011
we will miss you our prays go out too your family Brenda Cummings and family
Pastor Alphonse Braggs & Family
August 4, 2011
Too all the family and friends of my good friend and brother Rev. Ronald Thornton.(LiL'Rev.) He will be miss by all who knew him. He served God and mankind faithfully. I will miss my friend,but; knows best. "Absent from the body present with the Lord". I pray you will find comfort in the word of God.
Vanessa Mason
August 4, 2011
Ronald you were more than a cousin to me you were my BIG brother and to see you go on to heaven on July 29th at 10:45pm my heart was heavy but I know God has more for you to do in Heaven. I love you so much cuz and I will remember all the laughter and joy you gave to me and my family (Barnes). I will see you in heaven
Chanel Thornton
August 4, 2011
Your truly going to be missed.. We will remember you always when you would come into The Clothing Broker and say "HAKUTA MATATA"..
Angie Washington
August 4, 2011
Rev, as The Browns called you. In all of our times of need, you were right there all the time dating back from the 90's. I and my family will never, ever forget you. You were part of our family. I have shed tears of your passing, but in my heart you are with the Lord, something that you worked for all of your life. I remember the laughter, the hugs, the sincere conversations we had, and you always, always wished the best for me and my family. Rev, I love you forever, for always, for love. One day I will meet you at the crossroads and hug my family members that has passed on and I will see you again. Lord I pray that Rev's family will be strong through all of this. Amen Angie Washington and the Browns......
Jennifer Kidd
August 4, 2011
I love u uncle an u will be truely missed I know ur in heaven
Rolina Brown
August 4, 2011
To: The Thornton Family
Christ rose from the dead to give eternal life to those who follow Him. In the Gospel of John, Jesus said that there were many rooms in His Father's house. He promised to go ahead and prepare room for those who followed Him. We know that Ronald is home with God.
Although we are grieving at this time there is hope and good news. The good news is that death is now swallowed up in victory (1 Corinthians 15:54-57). The return of Jesus to gather His people to Himself and the promise of eternal life is our hope. We should cling to this promise to keep us going during this difficult time.
Our relationship with Ronald will not die as we will celebrate his wonderful life through many loving memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please lean on us during this time of sorrow.
Death is the gateway into the promise of eternal life as we shed our earthly bodies to enter into the presence of God (1 Corinthians 15:50-53).
Family is forever!
Love,
Cousin Rolina
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