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Jasmine Thornton Obituary

JASMINE ROSE THORNTON Merrillville, IN Jasmine Rose Thornton, age 22, of Merrillville, departed from this life unexpectedly, on Monday, March 10, 2008 at St. James Hospital in Olympia Fields, Illinois. She was born on March 26, 1985 in Gary to George Thornton and Rose Yvonne Thornton. Jasmine graduated from Merrillville High School in 2003 and was in her second year at Purdue University Calumet in Hammond, Indiana studying Journalism. She was employed as a Sales Representative for Verizon Wireless. She is survived by her father, George Thornton of Gary and her mother, Rose Yvonne Thornton of Merrillville; one sister, Lia Thornton Bridgeman of Indianapolis; niece, Sarah Rose Bishop; grandmother, Marchio-ness Davis of Gary; aunts, Ann Michelle (Antoine) Rodgers, Thomi C. (Lonnie) Brown of Gary, Lauretta Weems of Gary, Seretha Lott of Gary, and Esteria (Fred) Cook of Gary as well as a host of nieces, aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends and loved ones at a viewing on Tuesday, March 18, 2008 from 4-8 p.m. at the Ridgelawn Funeral Home, 4201 West Ridge Road, Gary, Indiana 46408. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at 11 a.m. from the Ridgelawn Funeral Chapel. Rev. Charles L. Thompson Jr officiant. The burial will follow at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery in Hobart, Indiana. Donations, flowers and condolences have been entrusted to Ridgelawn Funeral Home, 4201 West Ridge Road, Gary, Indiana, 46408, (219)980-5555.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Mar. 15 to Mar. 18, 2008.

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TM

March 9, 2025

Miss you Jazzy ... you may be gone but never forgotten...

T.M.

June 27, 2023

Just thinking of you... I miss you very much.. I pray that your family finds comfort in knowing you were always so well loved. Rest in paradise Jazzy!

T.M

March 9, 2022

Miss you so much Jazzy.. You was such a great friend... rest easy girl...

Toshia Nelson

April 10, 2008

I will miss you Jazzy Fizzle very much. You will always have a place in my heart and my prayers will be with your family always.

Kenneth James Lovette

April 1, 2008

As Hard As it is to Say I offer condolences to the family of a great individual that God has allowed to shine the light of joy into the lives of many. The honor that I have to even know such a great spirit cannot even begin to express the hurt that we all may feel. Some close and others closer the love the same. Jasmine you are trully incomparible to many and clearly perfect to most namely myself. I love you very much and I pray that we will continue our conversation in heaven....... Until we meet again.......

Neil Florek

March 30, 2008

Dear Family and Friends,

I was shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Jasmine. She was a bright light of passion and intellect in a world which all too often lacks these qualities. Jasmine was a student of mine at Purdue University Calumet, and although she was new to the subject of philosophy, she showed a love of learning and a pursuit of excellence in my class that I have not forgotten. What's more, only several weeks ago, I renewed my acquaintance with Jasmine at the Verizon store in Merrillvile, where she helped my wife and I purchase some new phones. She was high-spirited, personable, and efficient, and brought bright sunshine to a gray, early March day. This is the way that I will always remember Jasmine.

Sincerely,

Neil A. Florek

Cynthia Hosea

March 28, 2008

To the family of Jasmine Thornton:
Please know that God don't put no more on you than you can bear also know that my prayers are with you at your time of bereavement and there after. Psalm30:5 Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.In Jesus Name

Delroy Bridgeman

March 28, 2008

Lia, My heart and Prayers go out to you and your family. Always remember, with your loss the world has gained a Angel. With love, Delroy.

Salena Powers

March 26, 2008

I just wanted to Say Happy Birthday to Miss Jasmine. You are truely missed.

March 21, 2008

What a beautiful person with a warm and loving spirit. While I did not know Jamine, I can tell she was a rare jewel. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May your many memories sustain you during this challenging time.

Charles Jones jr

March 21, 2008

I still can't believe that your actually gone....I just seen you!!! Life is like that sometimes....I miss you jas, you was like a mother to me!! You had the most wonderful spirit!! You were a good friend to me at all times!! Thank you for everything and see you when I get up there......Love you!!

Emma & Curt Bosworth

March 20, 2008

To Jasmine's family we send our prayers of love and sympathy for the loss we have all suffered. We met Jasmine at the wedding of Sarah and Tim Dillard and she brought great joy to us all with the way she could bring happiness into the room. We were truly blessed when God chose to cross the path of our life with hers. Our heavenly Father will fold the arms of love and protection around all who had the pleasure of knowing such a wonderful person.

Rhonda (Rhonda J) Jones

March 19, 2008

To the Thornton family(Ma Rose, Mr. George, Lia, Sarah, auties, uncles, cousins, and her friends), I want to extend my sincere condolences to you all. We should celebrate the full life that Jazz had and remember her high spirit and beautiful personality. Today's services put things into perspective for me and I know that she's in the comfort of the highest one and she will forever live in our hearts. Lia, you know i've always been there for you and will continue to do so. I've never seen STRENGTH like i've seen it in you today. It was said that you were the one to give the rest of us the strength needed to get through this.....and your actions showed just that. Jazzy's spirit will continue to live through all those she impacted...especially mine. I'll always remember when I would visit you all, she would greet me with "Haaaaayyyyy Rhonda J" with a high pitched tone and give me a big hug and a smile:) I'm gonna miss that sooo much. I love you all and we will get through this together...

Theresa Frachalla

March 19, 2008

To the Thornton Family,

I would like to extend my deepest sympathies. While I did not personally know Jasmine, I can see that in life and in death she has left a positive imprint on many people's hearts. I heard such wonderful things about her and my husband, Tom (Jasmine's district manager at Verizon), has shared in the sorrow at losing such a truly wonderful person. May God bless you always and good memories bring comfort in time.
With Love,
Theresa Frachalla (wife of Tom)

Larry Hallman (Greenlaw)

March 19, 2008

To Rose & George:
My condolences and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
May God bless you and your family
during your time of need.

Dominique Gardner

March 19, 2008

To the Thornton Family
I went to Pulaski with Jasmine and it saddens my heart to hear that she has left this world but please remember that she is now in the arms of the King. The Gardner family will keep you all in their prayers.

shameka gill/madry

March 19, 2008

im so sorry,my heart goes out to the family.

Christian McMillon

March 19, 2008

Jasmine was a special friend. I know she is in a better place but she will be missed on earth. Your grief is shared by me and my family.

Sondri Drownes

March 19, 2008

To Rose and the Thornton Family,

You're in my thoughts and prayers. Jasmine will be missed by many.

Jermaine Jones

March 19, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

William Newson Jr. and Emari Newson

March 19, 2008

To Jasmine's family: You are in my deepest prayers. Rest in peace Jasmine. Jasmine will be missed.

Delmar (Shae) Kendall

March 18, 2008

You JAZ will be missed a lot. I will keep in mind the smile that you always kept on your face. My prayes will be with your family.

KRISTIN G.

March 18, 2008

I JUST WANTED TO LEAVE MY SYMPATHY FOR THE THORNTON FAMILY JASMINE IS GONE TO SOON WE TO SCHOOL TOGETHER. THE THORNTON FAMILY U KEEP YA HEAD UP BECAUSE EVEN THOUHG SHE GONE SHE STILL WITH U ALL I AM SO SO SORRY FOR THE LOST

Tyra Morgan

March 18, 2008

To Lia and Family
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your sister. I remember when Jasmine was born. May God comfort you and keep you and your family close during this difficult time.

Cantrell (Sanders) Williams

March 18, 2008

I am shocked and grief-stricken to learn of Jasmine’s death, and express profound sorrow and condolences for the Thornton family.

Jasmine and I were classmates at Tolleston Middle School. I can still picture her beautiful smile and little puffy cheeks. I am very sorry to hear of this very sad news.

TAMARA MACON

March 18, 2008

TO JASMINES FAMILY: MAY THIS SORROWFUL TIME ALLOW YOU TO REFLECT UPON ALL THE JOY YOU ONCE SHARED WITH JASMINE. YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY DEEPEST PRAYERS.
JASMINE AND I WORKED TOGETHER AT SPRINT AWHILE BACK AND SHE WAS DEFINATELY A GREAT PERSON TO BE AROUND. WE BECAME FRIENDS. SHE ALWAYS MADE ME LAUGH EVEN WHEN MY DAYS WERE ROUGH. THIS IS SUCH A TRAGEDY. JASMINE WILL BE MISSED ALWAYS AND FOREVER IN MY HEART. TO JASMINE: I LOVE YOU GIRL AND REST IN PEACE. ALWAYS YOUR FRIEND TAMARA MACON AND EMARI NEWSON(YOUR LIL' HOMIE)

Christopher Bishop

March 18, 2008

Jasmine went to two high schools with me and when we see each other we would say hi sister and hi brother. Just know she will be missed and my condolences goes out to all the family and just know shes in a better place.

Alicia Jones

March 18, 2008

I would like to send my condolences to Lia and the family of Ms. Jazzy Thornton. I didn't know Jazzy that well, but from what I did know she was a very bright and happy young lady. Everytime I saw her she stood with a smile on her face never a frown.
As for Lia, you know Rhonda is ma big sis and I always looked @ you the same, as long as Jazzy was considered Rhonda lil sis she was also my sister. I love you and the family and as I always say know that God will never put more on you than you can bare. Jazzy is in a better place in which we all shall reunite with her.

Love,Alicia

Denise Boyd

March 18, 2008

Ms. Thornton and Family.

I am very sorry to here of your loss. My family will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Denise Boyd and family

Darla Robinson

March 18, 2008

Seritha, I am so sorry for your family's loss. I never met Jasmine, but after reading all the entries is this guest book, I wish I had. She sounds like an amazing young woman. I hope you find some peace knowing how much she was loved and respected. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Reeshemah Harbin

March 18, 2008

To Lia & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. May God bless you and your family. Jasmine was so sweet and she will be missed.

La Ranza Carson

March 18, 2008

To the Thornton Family, I pray that god holds you closes in his arms and reminds you all of the great meomories Jasmine has left.... she was a great person, now god has a place for her no man can build or touch. Be blessed... in my prayes today, tomorrow and forever...

michele Phillips

March 18, 2008

Jasmine and I went to high school together. she was one of the few people that didn't judge me or treat me differently. she would always laugh at my corny jokes and was always high spirited. i can't think of one day where she was in a bad mood. she helped me get through psychology in one piece. i will miss seeing her everytime i go to the mall at one job or another. this is really a reality check for me but to the family i would like to say that you are in my prayers and that Jasmine will be missed greatly

Jenny Alford

March 17, 2008

My family sends out prayers to you and your family. I am a former employee of Verizon Wireless and have never met Jasmine but just wanted to let your family know that I will be praying for you all in this time of sorrow.

Alisha Nalls Chivvon Bonilla

March 17, 2008

First we would like to express our deepest condolences. We would also like to give honor to our Father the creator for sharing Jasmine with us all. Jasmine Rest In Peace

Shelice Tolbert

March 17, 2008

Lia and Family,
May God bless you at this difficult time. I am so sorry to hear of your loss but her memory lives on. Jasmine will forever be in your hearts.

Torrie Dillon

March 17, 2008

My sincere condolences to Jasmine Thornton's family. She will be missed deeply.

Kehinde

March 17, 2008

I met this young lady at Vrizon wireless when I went in to purchase a phone. She was very nice, pleasant and personable. She left a very lasting impression on me. I was sad to hear of her passing. Her parents should be proud for raising a wonderful person.

MS. SHELLEY, JARRHOD, & JARHELLE JOHNSON

March 17, 2008

TO THE THORNTON FAMILY:

I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER LIL JAZZY. SHE WAS AT OUR HOME OVER THE CHRISTMAS BREAK VISITING JARRHOD AND WE WERE CHITTING AND CHATTING ABOUT HER GETTING A NEW APT. AND WORKING OUT. SHE WAS A HARD WORKER AND VERY SMART. I KNOW THAT GOD WILL WRAP HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND THE FAMILY AND GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH TO ENDURE THIS UNEXPECTED LOSS. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU ALL, FOR HE IS STILL IN CONTROL AND ALWAYS THERE WHEN YOU NEED HIM. WE WILL MISS HER WARM SMILE.

Craig Clark

March 17, 2008

Rose and Family,
We offer our condolences in the untimely loss of your precious daughter. If you need anything give us a call. Proverbs 3:5&6.
Sincerely,
Craig & Rose Clark (South Bend, Indiana)

Amanda Wojtysiak

March 17, 2008

I've always loved Jasmine and considered her one of my closest friends. She was the type of person who made you feel at ease and she was so real nothing about her was fake. We lost contact,I was busy starting a new life, and I just always assumed- well when I get my own place and I'm all set- I'll get back into contact with all the people I love. Well thats happened for me, and I was just planning on having a baby shower for one of our friends. She was one of the persons I was most looking forward to reuniting with. My point is don't wait. I'm so sorry I did.
Jasmine is one of the most incredible souls I've met in my life. There isn't anyone like her, and there is not a doubt in my mind that she is in Heaven right now, in a good place. My prayers go to her family. I'm truly sorry for such a great loss.

Anthony Dix

March 17, 2008

My prayers go out to the Thornton family during this most difficult time. Continue to trust in the Lord and He will see you through! God bless

JESSICA TAYLOR

March 17, 2008

EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL

Tristen Congress-Paulas

March 17, 2008

Jasmine, I will surley miss you. Jasmine was a high school classmate of mine, friend.
I ran across a picture of us the year we were in summer school together a few weeks ago, and was just thinking about you. Even though I'm in Florida now, friends informed me of our loss. You will be greatly missed.
To the family my prayer is that God help you through this trial in your lives, and that you let II Corinthians 5:6-9 resound in your hearts for ever as a constant comfort that Jasmine is in the resting place that we so often dream of. And resides in the presence of the Most High.

Janea Page

March 17, 2008

Lia & Family,
I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God Bless you all in this time of sorrow.

Jamarr Henderson

March 17, 2008

Jasmine, you were a wonderful friend and classmate, you will live on forever in our hearts! Prayers and Blessings go out to family and friends.

Erica Badillo

March 17, 2008

My heart and prayers go out to your entire family.Words can't take away the pain,but know that if you continue to trust in God,everything will be alright. Long time co-worker @ Foot Locker...You family is my prayers

Victoria Price

March 16, 2008

May God bless your family in their time of need.R.I.P. Jasmine

Craig, Lakeisha & Shani Bridgeman

March 16, 2008

Lia, we are truly sorry for your loss. We will miss Jasmine and her bubbly personality. You are in our prayers.

Ashley Dickerson

March 16, 2008

Jasmine I'm really going to miss you. May you rest in peace.

Jessie F. Davis

March 16, 2008

Rose,
I'm sorry to hear of the sudden homegoing of your sweet daughter, Jasmine. Please know that I share in your sorrow and is sending my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Psalm 46:1 (NIV) tells us that "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble". Just "Cast your cares upon the Lord, for he cares for you" Psalm 55:22(NIV). Rose, take it to the Lord and trust that He will strengthen you during this time.

Darlene Tolbert

March 16, 2008

To the Thornton Family I will keep you in my prayers.

Ted and Diane Tinsley

March 16, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Doritha Tinsley-Steele

March 16, 2008

To the family, I am praying for God to give you all comfort and peace at this difficult time.I will always remember Jazzy pretty smile.May God Bless you all. R.I.P. Jasmine

A C

March 16, 2008

TO THE FAMILY OF JASMINE , GOD HAS MANY THINGS STORED FOR US AND IT WAS JUST HER TIME TO GO. NOW SHE IS IN A BETTER, SAFER PLACE WITH NO WORRIES, NO STRESS, NO FIGHTIN , NO NOTHING AND SHE IS LOOKING DOWN SMILING AT YALL SAYN DONT CRY ITS GONNA BE OK. FAMILY, KEEP YOUR HEAD UP AND KNOW THAT U WILL SEE HER AGAIN. GOD BLESS THE FAMILY

Tashema Allen-Easley

March 16, 2008

On behalf of my entire family I want to say I am so sorry for your loss. I loved Jazzy and I love you all. I will continue to pray that the Lord give you the strength you need to get through this.

Tashema Allen-Easley

Camille Johnson

March 16, 2008

When I saw you at work on sunday, i didn't know that you would be gone on monday. I will miss seeing you in the mall, but i will alway's remember your beautiful spirit and your smile. R.I.P. Jasmine

D. Washington

March 16, 2008

May God bless the Thorton family.I pray that God will continue to be with you during this difficult time.

Salena Williams-Powers

March 16, 2008

I am Rhonda Jones' cousin as well as a friend of Jasmines from high school. I always remembered seeing her bouncing around the mall from job to job being the dedicated worker that she was. She would hold two jobs at times and I never could grasp how she could do that with school and her family and still be the spirted person that she was. I was even happy for her when she told me she was getting her first apt. She had so much going for her and I hate to see it end so suddenly. I want the family to know that you are in my prayers...

Davida Clark

March 15, 2008

My heart and prayers go out to your entire family.Words can't take away the pain,but know that if you continue to trust in God,everything will be alright.God has a great angel up there with him now and she'll be watching and protecting you.

Curtis Rodgers

March 15, 2008

Jasmine, when I 1st got the news, I thought that it was the worst a person can get. But as the days go by, with a little of Gods healing. I come to figure out, that you are in the best place anyone on earth would want to be right now. My prayers are with you and your family at this time. Just incase I never told you while you were here, Jasmine you were a Lovely Young Lady, and I'm glade that I was able to meet you when I did.

Yours truly Mr.Curtis Rodgers....

LaTrice Roberts

March 15, 2008

May God be with your family in your time of need.

Sarah Dillard

March 15, 2008

Words can not even begin to express how I feel right now. Jasmine, you were such an inspiration to me, and I will be forever grateful that God brought you into my life. You have left an imprint on my heart and that is something that can never be taken away.

Paul Best

March 15, 2008

Jasmine was a High School friend of mine. I cannot make sense of any of this but to the family, All Things Work Together For Good To Them That Love The Lord...

Elizabeth Myrick

March 15, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dominque Danley

March 15, 2008

I worked with Jasmine at Footlocker and she was a nice young lady. May she rest in peace. And may god bless her and all that loved her.

Aleeza Smith

March 15, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers. Jasmine was a very good friend of mine and I will miss her dearly.

Alexis (Cusic) Holland

March 15, 2008

Jasmine and I were in Lyrics 6 together and I remember all the fun and clowning we did during that time. She was a really a sweet, charismatic girl and she will be missed.

Gwen Thompson

March 15, 2008

Our heartfelt sympathy is with you.
You are in our prayers.
We love you.
Harrison P. C. Staff

Dana and KIrt Olive

March 15, 2008

Lia, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious sister. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. May god bless you and your family in your time of sorrow.

Deborah (Pope) Anderson

March 15, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Derrell Edwards

March 15, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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