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Betty Thornton Obituary
10/01/2020
Betty Jean Thornton, 69, of East Stroudsburg, passed away October 1, 2020 at St. Luke's Hospital, Allentown Campus. She was the wife of Donald Thornton, with whom she shared 50 years of marriage on July 11th. Born in Dover, NJ, she was the daughter of Betty (Hart) King and the late Richard Buchanan, II. Betty Jean was a preschool teacher for many years. She was a member of Stroudsburg Wesleyan Church.
Survivors: Loving Husband; Children, Becky Thornton, Lorraine Deihl and Scott Thornton and his wife Jen; Brother, Richard Buchanan, III and his wife Julie Andrews; 7 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her Step Father, Ernest King.
Services: Memorial 11AM Sat., Oct 10th at Stroudsburg Wesleyan Church, 915 N. 5th St., Stroudsburg, PA 18360. There will be a gathering Sat. 10-11AM at the church. Arrangements entrusted to Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, Allentown.
Contributions: in lieu of flowers, may be made to the church at the address above.
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Connie Moser
October 11, 2020
my dearest bestie it has taken me a while to write.. i am lost i am numb the tears jus come from no where...you were my life line here on earth... 29 years ago our friendship started over a broken plate i can hear your laugh when i told u i was so scared but u just laughed...that day u became to best person in my entire life... i truly am not sure how i will go on with out u...my heart is so broken ... i move slowly each day some days i don't move at all...i just sit...i know all the stuff u r at peace now, u are walking with Jesus you are no longer in pain...but i just cant get it in my head to move on rip my dearest friend ever i love u to the moon and back
Megan Gearhart
October 7, 2020
I met Betty at church 12 years ago. She had one of the kindest souls on Earth and was a warrior for Jesus. Thank you for feeding me meals, praying for me, and giving me your daughter as one of my best friends. You will be missed. I'll keep an eye on Becky for you. Save me a spot in the Heavenly choir!
October 7, 2020
Betty (Mrs. Thornton to me) is the kindest, most caring person I’ve ever known. I have very fond memories of her growing up. May she rest in peace. And may her family be guided during this difficult period, knowing they were surrounded by a wonderful person all those years.
Phyllis Sutton
October 6, 2020
So very to sorry of Betty’s death. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God lift you up and surround you with His love. She is with Him.
Phyllis
Ann Trott
October 6, 2020
What can I say about someone who made such a difference in my life? When I needed her most, she came into my life. Every single week we would spend a day together. We have been friends for 36 years. I anxiously await seeing her again in Heaven.
Jeane and Ron Titus
October 6, 2020
Betty was taken too soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Remember the happy times. Rest in peace.
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