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Adolph Thornton Obituary
Adolph Thornton, Sr., 74, went home to be with the Lord on January 12, 2004, at Akron City Hospital.
He was born in Akron and had lived in this com munity all of his life. He attended Ak ron Public Schools and was employed by Fred W. Albrecht Grocery Co. (Acme), where he retired. He was a member of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, Deacon Board, Laymen's, Senior Choir and the Male Chorus.
Preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Evelyn D. Thorn ton, his son, Clarence Christian. He is survived by daughters, Charlotte (Charles) Cornelius of Tampa, Fla., Charlene Thornton of Akron; sons, Anthony, Erik (Kathleen), Kirk (Crystal), Adolph, Jr. Thornton, all of Ak ron, and Duane (Mayumi) Thornton of Yokosuka, Japan; brother, Bertram Thornton of Akron; sisters, Lorene Skipper, Rose Daniels, Thelma White, Catherine Harris, all of Akron; 24 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 19, 2004 at 11 a.m. at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, 180 Edward Ave., with Pastor Bell Smith Sr., officiating. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until time of service. Interment at Mt. Peace Cemetery. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 707 Copley Rd. 44320. SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO RHODEN MEMORIAL HOME 330-724-1201.
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Memories and Condolences
for Adolph Thornton
DaMarcus Morton
January 23, 2004
I came home for the holidays and spoke to Uncle Adolph in Church. As i left, he said, "its good to see you." and that felt good. To the rest of my family, I am blessed to be part of this family. My love and prayers are always with you.
(grandson of Mildred Thornton)
Miss Shelley Roten
January 20, 2004
Eveyone at the Firestone Park YMCA has you in their thoughts and prayers,especially the Preschool Staff.
DiMont Anderson
January 19, 2004
Are deepest simpathies,
Sonya and DiMont Anderson
Antoine Family
January 19, 2004
May God Comfort You
Blessed are those who mourn,for they will be conforted.
Matthew 5:4
May it be a source of strenght to know that there's a loving God watching over you,and that, throughout this time of need,
He'll stay close by your side.
With Deep Symathy
The Antoine Family
The Caffee Family
January 19, 2004
Kirk, Bug, Lena And Family
May the wonderful memories of your father brother uncle and cousin sustain you all during this difficult time. We will continue to pray that God comforts your heavy hearts.
Daron Wright
January 19, 2004
To the Thornton Family, we will miss Uncle Adolph. It was always a pleasure to "shoot the breeze " at Mount Lebanon with you, and you will be greatly missed.
Daron, Shon Wright and Families
Sons of Barbara Wright
Juliet Shreve
January 19, 2004
I am sending my condolences to the Thorton family, on behalf of Shirley and Curry Jones children, and we will miss Uncle Adolph, and we are asking for a special prayer at this time. May God Bless. (Love, Peaches)
Kathryn Lee
January 18, 2004
Sending my condolences and loving prayers to the Thornton Families on behalf of Adolph. Kitty (Bryan School classmate)
Sis. Shirley Green
January 18, 2004
My prayers are with the family at this time.
Sandra
January 18, 2004
Thelma & Family ,
My deepest sympathy, on the passing of your Brother, and loved one.
My prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
DOROTHY GRIFFIN
January 18, 2004
MAY GOD AND ALL OF HIS GLORY STEADILY SHOWER YOUR FAMILY WITH GRACE, AND LOVE. DOROTHY & JAMES GRIFFIN
Jimmy & Gwendolyn Wynn
January 18, 2004
To my cousins the Thornton family my it help you to know that our prayer are with you doing your time of grief and sorrow. The Lord Bless Thee, and keep thee. The Lord show his face to thee, and have mercy on thee. the lord turn his countenance to thee, and give thee peace. -Numbers 624-26
Rhoden Memorial Home
January 18, 2004
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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