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DESSIE THORNTON Obituary
Mrs. Thornton, 71 of Hawthorne, FL; transitioned from this life on February 17th 2020. She is survived by her children: Brenda Kerney, Jeffery Chever (Kristy), Theordis Robins, Rafael Thornton (Christiana); siblings; Elizabeth Tripp, Doris Adams (Rodney), and Brenda Edward (Alvin), Charlie Clemons (Eunice), Clarence White 'Red', Bobbie Clemons (Louvenia), Basil Buie (Fair)11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. The family of Dessie Thornton would like to invite you to the Homegoing Celebration on Saturday, February 29, 2020, 11:00 am, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church (310 SW 5th Ave. Chiefland, Florida). Viewing will be held one hour prior to Services on Saturday at Mt Pleasant. Final resting place will be in Chiefland Community Cemetery. Service of Excellence under the direction of D Williams Mortuary Services (6120 SW 13th Street, Gainesville, Florida)
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Veronica Young
February 14, 2022
You just couldn´t find anyone nicer. Rest Momma and continue to give in Gods "real" house. To the family, I pray your strength as grieving never goes away.
Veronica Young
February 28, 2020
I was saddened to hear about Dessie's passing. She was one of the sweetest and funniest ladies I knew. I pray strength and healing for the families and friends. May God continue to hold you safe in his everlasting arms.
Willie&EmmaBrook/ Family
February 28, 2020
0ur Prayers Are With Your Family, Sorry For Your Loss Be Strong Brenda May She RIP
Willie Thomas
February 28, 2020
My condolences to the family I know that its hard. She had a sweet personality and a kind heart . She maybe gone but not forgotten her Spirit lives on through you all she will be missed dearly.
Doug McClure
February 25, 2020
A dear lady whom gaurded my Child with her life. May ya get to go fishing every day. Love ya Ms. Dessie
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