Dr. R. Edward Thornton

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R. Thornton Obituary

THORNTON, DR. R. EDWARD, Memorial Service for Dr. Thornton, 77, of Orlando, who passed away on Nov. 23, 2007 in Brandon, FL will be held at 3PM, Sat., Dec. 1, 2007 at Woodlawn Funeral Home. Edward was born on Jan. 15, 1930 in Orlando, FL. He was a U.S. Army veteran. In his early years, Ed raced Stock cars and attended the University of Florida. After his tour in the Army, he received his doctorate degree, graduating from National Chiropractic college in Lombard, Ill. Dr. Thornton remained a chiropractor for 39 years and was a member of the Florida chiropractic assoc. Later in life, he earned his Black belt in USA Goju Karate, and enjoyed his family, woodworking, guns and cars. Survivors include his three sons, Loren, Glen (wife Jayne), Steven (wife Cathy), his sister, Launa Thornton Orr, eight grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Please visit Ed's memorial at www.MeM.com. Arrangements entrusted to Woodlawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home.

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Nov. 28, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for R. Thornton

9 Entries

Linda Burleson

December 9, 2007

Steve,

We were so sorry to hear of your father's death and although we didn't know him personally, if the saying "like father, like son" is really true then he must have been one wonderful man for all the wonderful traits he passed on to you. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you and your family and that you have two long time friends who love you and care.

A big hug and our deepest sympathy,
Ron and Linda

Beverly Humphries- Popejoy

December 2, 2007

Dear Lonnie, Glenn and Steve:

Please know that you are in my prayers, I was sad to hear of your fathers passing. He was a really great guy fun to be around and a excellent doctor to be treated by.

May God be with you and your family during this very diffcult time.

God Bless

Bev Humphries

Challa Wiseman

December 2, 2007

Ed, HI HONEY I'M HOME!! I always would greet you that way when I came over and you always gave me that look and smile...like I was the only one in the world...you were so loved, by so many. Today, I heard words from people I didn't know, their words echoed just exactly how I always thought and felt about you as a person, a doctor, and my friend, my special friend...I am heart broke, you are gone, but yet, I know in my heart that you are healed and no longer suffering the way you so hated. You are a whole man again, and I know how important that was for you. Today, so many memories came rushing thru to me, your crazy coffee making on Sunday's for the week, the biscotti that you enjoyed so much, I even ran down the grocery list of everything you like to eat..I don't know how I am ever going to be able to go into the ice cream freezer and see that BLACK JACK CHERRY flavor there...and not loose it!! The Sunday afternoons that you would watch the race with me...and we would talk about everything or maybe nothing...but it was comforting, watching Mean Kitti do her thing...and laughing when she would get behind your chair...so many many more warm and wonderful memories, that is what will get me through, it breaks my heart to know your sons and Sister are hurting, and like everyone has said today, and always, you were a special man, a special kind, loving, caring, giving, sweet, thoughtful, I know I could go on and on...and it would all be true. You gave me so much, you took my pain away, you showed me how to care, and to love and you listened to me telling you about my childhood, and you shared yours with me...you aren't here now to take away my pain, and I just don't know what to do, tears keep coming, yet I know you don't want that, cuz now you are not hurting or in pain, not that you would ever admit to it being ok...I mean about us being in pain and you not...make sense? Yeah, I know...a blonde statement right??? I love you and miss you and will always keep these memories and so many more--until the day we meet again, I love you and miss all that we shared...

Jayne Thornton

November 30, 2007

A dedication to Edward Thornton:

COME WITH ME.

God saw that you were suffering,
And a cure was not to be,
So he put his arms around you
And whispered "Come with Me".
Through tear filled eyes,
We watch you suffer
And slowly fade away.
Although we loved you deeply
We could not make you stay.
A Golden Heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands were put to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the BEST.

I will miss my 'dad' so much. With love today and always,
Jayne Thornton

LAUNA ORR

November 29, 2007

Dear Eddie, you didn't play the game fairly. Since I'm the oldest, I was supposed to go first. You were always there for me and now for a short while you won't be. I will miss you greatly. There could never have been a more caring and loving brother. (However, I will have a few things to say to you one day, but most of them will be in a loving way. I DO miss you! I do love you...and have I said it before? I miss you.

I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills from whence cometh my help...All of ours. Ps. 121.

With love from your sister, Launa

I Love my Grandpa

Samantha Thornton

November 28, 2007

Dear grandpa, I miss you so so so much.I wish I could be with you right now. But I know you are in a better spot.I love you and I miss you. All I know is that you are probaly feeling better then you were.In fact much better.You have to come see me soon. Promiss? I hope you love me because I shure love you for all I know.I miss you and sorry I keep saying that but it is true. Have a great chrstmas in heaven and i will see you soon...I still love you.

Glen Thornton

November 28, 2007

Dad, while starting my letter to you, I was at the office and had to go abruptly. There is so much more to say. You were the type of father who was always there, anytime we needed you. You loved us deeply and cared for us each in a special way. When things were rough, you never faltered as a father. You always showed us love. Your legacy will continue, you raised us well... you raised good sons. We love you with a love that burns in our hearts and we can't let go. It's so hard to let go.

The last two months of your life here with Jayne and I were wonderful. Being able to see you every day was good medicine... for us. I only wish it would have been better medicine for you and that you would have healed. I wish you were still here. I can't believe you're gone. Even in your crippled state, you still made us laugh. You still touched people in a special way. All the nurses and people who gave you care spoke of what a kind wonderful man you were. You always made a beneficial impact on others. You will be sorely missed, not just by us, but by every person you touched. By every person who came to you for care. You made their pain go away, and now, finally your pain is gone. Your body is whole again. You are happier now than you ever could have been here on this earth. I look forward to the day I see you again, when you're there to welcome me into heaven.

I'm so thankful for the time you had here with Jayne. For the soft and gentle kindness you got to experience from her. For the bond you both experienced. For the love you shared. In such a short time she grew to love you very much and we know you loved her the same. She brought you great comfort in your final days. Niether of us can believe your gone. It happened so quickly... too quickly. There was so much more love to share. Thank you for teaching me to be the man I am and for teaching me how to live and love. Our hearts are broken and we can't yet let go. We love you dad... we miss you. You will always be remembered... your love will last forever.

Love,
Glen and Jayne

Glen Thornton

November 28, 2007

Dad, Jayne and I love you. You were a wonderful man. The world lost a great, compassionate man and a great doctor. You will be sorely missed.

Steve Thornton

November 28, 2007

Dear Dad,
I never knew I could feel such sorrow, my heart aches and I can't stop crying. You were so much more than a Father to me, you were a Mom, Dad, Doctor, Coach and advisor. But more than anything, you were my friend. I will miss calling you to talk about racing, football, and the Gators. I will miss calling you to talk about Taylor, Samantha, and Jacob. More than anything, I will miss your laugh, your love and your caring. I know you loved me unconditionally, no matter what, and now that you are gone, there is a huge emptiness in my heart. I feel for the many, many people who's lives you have touched. But through all of my sorrow, I am happy for you because I know where you are and you are no longer suffering. I love you Dad, and I miss you more than I ever knew I could. I will think of you every day, and thank god that you were MY dad..................
Until I see you again,
I LOVE YOU,
Steve

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