Matthew S. Thornton

Matthew S. Thornton

Matthew Thornton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Voran Funeral Home - Dearborn Chapel on Nov. 9, 2023.

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Matthew S. Thornton, 40, recently passed away on November 6, 2023.

A memorial service will be held on November 12, 2023, at La Roma Banquet Hall (32550 Cherry Hill Garden City). The service will take place from 3-8 PM, with dinner being served at 4 PM. An Honor Guard and Salute will be conducted at 5 PM to commemorate Matthew's life.

In order to honor Matthew's memory, donations can be made to Disabled American Veterans.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Voran Funeral Home - Dearborn Chapel

23701 Ford Road, Dearborn, MI 48128

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