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Phyllis Thornton Obituary
CARROLLTON, Va. — Phyllis Ann Thornton, 75, passed away Saturday, March 12, 2016. A native of North Carolina, she had been a peninsula resident since 1970. Phyllis enjoyed cooking for her large family, sewing, and working in the family business, Thornton's Auto Repair, where she was the Secretary and Treasurer.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 44 years, Victor H. Thornton; her mother, Kathleen Cain of Clinton; three sons, Jeffrey Dean Fryar of Surf City, N.C., Jerry S. Fryar of Newport News, Va., and Jonathan E. Thornton of Newport News, Va.; three brothers, Joe, Coleman, and Chester; five sisters, Thelma, Judy, Cathy, Linda and Sherry; three grandchildren, Brittany, Jareko and Jace; and four great-grandchildren.
All services will be held at a later date in North Carolina.
Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home, Newport News, Va.
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Valerie Heller
March 15, 2016
My Dear Friend Phyllis was the Sweetest, Dearest lady I have ever known. She loved her family and was exceptional as a friend to me. I will miss her very much.
My thoughts and prayers to her beautiful family.
Sherry Jones
March 15, 2016
Phyllis is a beloved sister and will be greatly missed!
Bill and Debbie Vaccarelli
March 15, 2016
Victor, Jon and family: We are sorry for your loss. You are in our hearts and prayers and if we can do anything, please let us know. Phyllis will be greatly missed. Love,
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