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Karen Harris and Family
January 21, 2011
To the Thornton Family, Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
Harold L. Bristol
January 20, 2011
To the family of Bill Thornton, trust in God and may you be blessed now and forevermore in Jesus name, Amen...You are in my prayers.
Harold L. Bristol
Carla Norris
January 20, 2011
Al and I were so sorry to hear of Uncle Bill's passing. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May God grant you peace and comfort. Al Cheek and Carla Norris
dana gaskins
January 20, 2011
Aunt Joan and Billy and Bobby, I am so sorry for your loss - Although I don't see you guys much I remember Uncle Bill as a fun loving kind gentleman. Our prayers and love are with you guys - Your Baltimore Family
Constance, David, Marchelle, Dana and Avis - We will be in touch!
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Jocelyn Hamlar
January 20, 2011
Aunt Joanie, Billy, Bobby and Family,
We are keeping you in our prayers.
With love, Jocelyn, Leighton, Morgan and Sydney
KEVIN GROCE-ROBERTA LEWIS-THOMAS THE DIVA DEN
January 19, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
James Elliott
January 19, 2011
My condolences to a wonderful family, Mr. Thornton loved people, enjoying friends and he appreciated good music and respected any entertainers and always gave a place to do their thing. What a great person Mr. Thornton will be missed by all.
Kathy Peck-Warfield
January 19, 2011
Aunt Joannie, Billy and Bobby,
I am so sad to hear about the passing of Uncle Bill. Your loss is heavens gain. It is Paradise up there so you know they will have his Stolis. He will be welcomed by his parents, sister, and daughter. Aunt Joannie if you need anything tell Stephanie and she will contact me. I am here for you.
Much Love
Kathy
Charlesie Thornton-Slappy-Love
January 19, 2011
To Joan and family... I have always been fond of William, he would always speak and give a hug, no matter how busy he might have been. I will miss him but he will always be in my heart.
Gerald "Junior" Harper
January 19, 2011
To Aunt Joanie, Billy, Bobby T, and entire family,
My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Uncle Bill will live on in all of our hearts. May blessing continually flow to all family and friends at this time and through time.
Denise & Phil Strickland
January 19, 2011
To my kind and loving Godmother and her family,
"The best part of making it is your own personal story about how you did it!” William Thornton Made It!
I am praying the Peace of the LORD for you as you say good bye to a wonderful man, who made a mark on the lives of many.Let the life he lived remind those left what a gift he was to them for so many years. With heartfelt sympathy.
Malcolm Mahan
January 19, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Bus and Phyllis Wright
January 18, 2011
As we know, our Lord will comfort you all with his peace, surround you with his love, and encourage you with his presence.
Until we all meet again.
Angela Pace
January 18, 2011
Joanie and family ... Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Janet Brunson
January 18, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Cheek Family (Jeff, Melissa, Steve, Ron & Albert)
January 18, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Betty Hall
January 18, 2011
To the Thornton Family
My prayers go out to you in your time of sorrow. Know that joy comes in the morning.Keep your memories close and it will heal your heavy hearts.
Betty Hall and Family
Julian and Carol Goode
January 18, 2011
To Joanie, Billy, Bobby T and the entire family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of our friend, Willie T. May you find joy and solace in the memories of all the good times shared him and may Willie T rest in eternal peace. He will be deeply missed.
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