Kenneth Wayne Thornton

Kenneth Wayne Thornton

Kenneth Thornton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 31, 2010.
Survivors: Wife: Joan Thornton Jasper, AL Sons: Kyle Thornton Jasper, AL; Matt Thornton Jasper, Al Siblings: Earl Thornton and wife Phyllis Jasper, AL; Sharon Watson and husband Temple Port St. Joe, FL; Laura Kauffman and husband Jeff Atlanta, GA; Steve Thornton and wife Patricia Birmingham, AL; Don Thornton and wife Denise Atlanta, GA; Judy Black and husband Randy Jasper, AL Mother-in-law: Jessilee Legg Jasper, AL Sisters-in-law: Jan Brakefield and husband Charlie Tuscaloosa, AL; Susie Vann and husband Jimmie Jasper, AL A host of nieces, nephews and a multitude of friends Preceded in death by: Son: Brock Thornton Parents: Robert and Julia Thornton Father-in-law: Bill Legg Swimming has been a passion of Kenneth’s from an early age. He was part of the Master’s Swimmers Club and was training for an event to be held February 13th – 14th in Auburn. He helped with the local swim team here in Jasper as well and was a member of the Natatorium Advisory Board. The family requests memorials be made to the Natatorium Fund, in care of the Walker Area Community Foundation, 204 E. 19th Street, Jasper, AL 35501 or to the Walker County Humane Society 2302 Birmingham Avenue, Jasper, AL 35501.

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Kaye Nunnally Ray

February 2, 2010

Joan - I am so sorry to hear this. My brother Bob and I have some of the dearest memories of Ken, the swimteam, and the old neighborhood. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. -Kaye

Keith Anderson

February 2, 2010

So sorry to learn of the loss of a friend, Kenneth Thornton. Kenneth was a good co-worker and an excellent husband and father.
Sincere sympathy to Joan and her family, to Judy and the entire Thornton and Legg family.

Ernest Laird

February 2, 2010

Family Thornton, Sad we are during this season of grief after the death of Ken. May his legacy live long after his time with us here on Earth, and may you be healed in the fullness of time from the pain of this loss. Sincerely, Ern

susie roberts

February 2, 2010

Our heartfelt condolences for the loss of your loved one, you are in our prayers.

Susie and Mike Roberts

Anne Murray and family

February 2, 2010

Joan,Kyle,Matt,and family,
We are so sorry about the death of your loved one. You-all are in our prayers.We will continue praying for you.May God let His face shine upon you at this sad time.
Love You,
Anne, Lonnie, and family

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