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Earl Thornton Jr. Obituary

Earl "Stuff" Thornton Jr. departed this life on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, at Ochsner Medical Center in Kenner. He was 76, a native of New Orleans and resident of Destrehan.

Visitation at Greater Israel Baptist Church, 7076 LA. 308 in Belle Rose on Monday, Dec. 9, from 9 a.m. to religious services at 11 a.m., with burial in the church cemetery.

Earl is survived by his wife, Janice Prean Thornton; son Tarik Thornton (Aisha); sisters Agnes Thornton Veal (Roland) and Yvette Sawyer (Martin); grandson Andre Thornton; and numerous other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Maria and Earl Thornton Sr.

Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, 5414 La. 1, Napoleonville, LA.

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Published by Houma Today from Dec. 6 to Dec. 7, 2019.

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December 27, 2019

My deepest sympathy to the Thornton family on the passing of your dear loved one. May your hearts be filled with the beautiful memories you shared. John 6:40

Eunice Hutchison

December 10, 2019

I was so sorry to hear of Earl's passing. I worked with Earl at the USDA for many years. He was a good person and well liked by everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Jocelyn Mack

December 10, 2019

Worked at USDA with Earl. We are sorry to hear about his passing. He was a very friendly person. May his soul Rest In Peace.

Yvette Sawyer

December 8, 2019

Dear Brother my hurt has been broken since I received that phone call. You always looked out for me and protected me as your baby sister. I will miss you tremendously. God has received a True Solider. You will be FOREVER in my heart. Love Badness

Eric Hardy

December 8, 2019

Rest in peace Earl and dance with the angels.

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9

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Greater Israel Baptist Church

7076 LA. 308, Belle Rose, LA

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9

Service

11:00 a.m.

Greater Israel Baptist Church

7076 LA. 308, Belle Rose, LA

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5414 Highway 1, Napoleonville, LA 70390

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