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Yolanda Thornton Obituary

Yolanda Patrice Thornton passed away at University Medical Center on Thursday, November 14,2019 at age 58. An alumna of Joseph S. Clark H.S and a former student of SUNO. She was preceded in death by her mother, JoAnn W. Thornton; 2 siblings, Darrell and Michael Thornton. Cherishing her memories are her father, Isaiah Thornton Jr.; devoted companion, Charles Marco; 3 beautiful children, Deundra Thornton, Briana and Jonathan Marco; grandmother, Vaughn Coleman Jr.; 2 siblings, Robin J. Powell, Reginald Thornton (Treva); mother-in-law, Delores Marco; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at Original Morning Star Baptist Church, 1462 Marais Street, New Orleans, LA 70116. Officiant, Rev. Brandon Haynes. Visitation: 9:00AM Service: 10:00 AM. Interment: Holt Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Dennis Funeral Home.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Nov. 22 to Nov. 23, 2019.

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Wayne & Renea Swift

November 16, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Laura Forges

November 25, 2019

Condolences to Yolanda's family, I was a neighbor and classmate of Yolanda. She was quiet and very nice. May God rest her soul.

Sandra Swift

November 23, 2019

GOD HAS CHOSEN A BEAUTIFUL ANGEL TO BE BLESS WITH GUARDIAN WINGS, MAY HER LIGHT ALWAYS SHINE BRIGHT IN OUR HEARTS ...

Wayne and Renea Swift, Dallas, Texas

Montrell Hymes

November 23, 2019

Deepest condolences... My heart is with you family during your time of sorrow. Much Love- Monte

Ashley Wilson-Valentine

November 22, 2019

Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.

Nathan and Tina Green Jackson

November 22, 2019

Another angel has gotten her wings. Our prayers are with the family during this time of bereavement.

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Original Morning Star Baptist Church

1462 Marais Street, New Orleans, LA

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Original Morning Star Baptist Church

1462 Marais Street, New Orleans, LA

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