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William Thornton DeRosa

Atlanta, Georgia

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DIED
November 7, 2025
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Atlanta, Georgia

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William Thornton DeRosa passed away surrounded by his loving wife and family on November 7, 2025.Thornton, an Atlanta native, attended North Fulton High School. He held a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management from Georgia Institute of Technology and a Master of Business Administration...

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Dear DeRosa Family, I send my love, support, and condolences in response to Thornton's passing. What a beautiful family that I have known for so many years and Thornton is a big part of glorious growing up memories. Love, Betsy Garlington

What a nice guy he was. I was really looking forward to seeing him next May at the NF reunion. Blessings to his family as I know he will be dearly missed.

Jean, I´m so sorry. Have enjoyed y´all´s company so much the last couple of years. My Georgia Tech friend will be missed. Love you!

Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thornton was such a good friend Carole Fallaw

Although it is many years since Thornton and I were last in contact with each other as we were separated on two different continents, I remember him from our time at school together. He was one of a small group that I became friends with in the two years I was in Atlanta before returning to the UK. He also visited me in London on one occasion and it was very nice that we had the opportunity to connect again on my side of the 'pond'. I send my condolences and warm thoughts to his family and...

Many great memories of Brookwood Hills days with our "THORNTNIN" Jenny Dimon

So sorry for your loss, another good one gone much too soon.

Sincerest condolences with recent passing of our friend Thornton. Though knowing him for only a short few years, I know he was larger than life. Well done! Go rest high my friend

Jean & family, sending prayers and support for your family at this sad time. Praying for God´s strength to support you going forward. Love, John & Marian Chase (Anna Hester´s mom & dad)