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Delphine Thornton Obituary
SPARTANBURG, SC-- Funeral services for Mrs. Delphine O. Thornton will be held Thursday, November 3, 2011, at 1:30 pm at the Cumming Street Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Lincoln Memorial Gardens. Services will be followed by a Circle of Friends Gathering at the Marriott Spartanburg at Renaissance Park Hotel at 229 North Church Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Bethlehem Center at 397 Highland Avenue, Spartanburg, SC 29304.
J.W. Woodward
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Memories and Condolences
for Delphine Thornton
Nancy Moore
December 4, 2017
She was a model of all things one would wish to be. She and I worked on the Mental Health Association Board together. I did not realize she had died until now, 6 years later. Lisa, I hope you are doing well. Are you still at Upstate?
Shirley Wright
November 8, 2011
To the family, I was very sad to hear of Mrs. Thornton's death. I was a student of both Mr. & Mrs. Thornton and I have fond memories of growing up under their care at Bethlehem Center. I remember kindergarten years and learning to sew from Mrs Thornton. Both of your parents were truly wonderful people. Gain strength from your memories and time shared.
Cheryl Pearson
November 4, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Xi Sigma Chapter Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
November 4, 2011
To Lisa, Monica and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Cherish the many memories that you have. God will continue to sustain and strengthen you during this difficult time.
Shelly Roehrs
November 4, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and community with the passing of such an amazing woman. I'm so sorry I missed the celebration of Ms Thornton's life. I enjoyed our political conversations as well as trips down memory lane.
Angelia Blackwell
November 3, 2011
Monica,
Frank and I share our deepest condolences with you and your family. May the wonderful memories of your mother's love be with you and confort you at this time. May God continuously bless and keep you and your family.
Tonya Young
November 2, 2011
Lisa & Monica,
May you both sense the Lord's loving presence today and always. Many blessing to your family.
Gloria Butler
November 2, 2011
Lisa & Monica,
You have my deepest condolence in the passing of your mother. I cherrish the time we served together on many 4-H Projects and other community and state projects. Delphine was a wonderful person to work with. May God be with you now and always.
Gloria
Charlene Wilburn-Brown
November 2, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rosezella Canty-Letsome
November 2, 2011
Monica, our thought and prayers are with you and your family. Just hold on to God's promise to us all. I am sorry we will not be there on Thursday to celebrate Mrs. Thorton's life with you. Love and Blessings.
November 2, 2011
Lisa,
I wish to convey my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your mother. She was such a classy lady and had a heart full of compassion for others. I remember her having me in her home for lunch several years ago to get to know me a little better in preparation for introducing me at Women's Day. I know you will miss her but your mom and your dad really left a legacy for you and others to follow for many years to come. Know that you are surrounded by many people who adore you and the life that your mother lived. Mary L. Thomas, The Spartanburg County Foundation
Kathryn Bobo-Flemmings
November 2, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Margaret Fowler Brooks
November 1, 2011
I was a child in the early 60's when the Thornton Family was at Bethlehem Center and Highland Community. What fun we had learning basic life skills from Mrs. Thornton and I will always remember her for the good times we had. My heart is with your Family at this time.
Virginia Rector
November 1, 2011
Dearest Lisa and Monica, In the words of the International President for the Association of Ministers' Wives and Ministers' Widows, "It takes a Pastor's Wife to teach a Pastor's Wife how to be a Pastor's Wife." Mrs. Thornton was a great role model and mentor. She was truly a lady who shared much love and wisdom. Please find comfort in our prayers and knowing that we too, will miss her.
~Lonnie,Virginia and Scott,Newark,Delaware
Bernerdine and Collie Feemster
November 1, 2011
Lisa, We are sorry to hear of the death of your mother. Hold on to the promise of our merciful God...that you will meet again.
Melvin and Angela Kelly
November 1, 2011
Lisa and Monica, we are sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Thorton. She was a wonderful and gentle spirit woman. Everyone that knew her loved her. May God continue to minister to your family.
Dilsey King
November 1, 2011
Lisa and Family,
There is a lonesomeness after the death of one's mother, but I want you to know that your friends are thinking of you and praying for you in this time of your great loss. She was loved by all who knew her!
With Sisterly love,
October 31, 2011
Family,
I will truly miss Mrs. Thornton's loving and kind spirit. She was faithful in her service to her community and I considered her my friend.
Mary Klein, Mountainview Nursing Home
Karla Boyd
October 31, 2011
Lisa and Monica,
Our hearts are very heavy and our prayers are with you and your family. I remember spending many an afternoon after Monica and I completed cheerleading practice at your house and your mom always had a warm heart, an open kitchen and kindness to me. The many Saturdays spent at choir rehearsal and Christmas and Easter pageants are some of my fondest memories. I remember that the Means girls, me and you two being as thick as thieves at times and your mom's smiling through our antics at choir rehearsal and vacation bible school. I remember singing God Has Smiled on Me and hearing her singing right along with us. Well now, God is Smiling on her and is wrapping her in His love and light. I love you both and again my condolences. We have all lost a second mom.
Your honorary sister,
Karla Boyd
Charlotte North Carolina
Clem Geter
October 31, 2011
Lisa (my dear friend), Monica and sons,
My deepest condolences in the passing of your beloved mother. I have so many fond memories of visits to her home with you, as well as catching up on her thru chats with you from time-to-time. Though words may provide small comfort at a time such as this, I am confident that your faith will sustain you in the days ahead. Please know that you are are loved and your friends will be here to share precious memories of a life well-lived. You are in my prayers.
Cindy
October 31, 2011
Lisa & Family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss; may your spirits be lifted through God's grace at this difficult time.
Mary Taylor
October 31, 2011
Mrs. Thornton was a beautiful woman and mentor. She cared about me and my welfare. I loved her and will miss her greatly.
Mary Taylor
Evelyn Parks
October 31, 2011
To the family, I was very sad to read about the death of Ms. Thornton. She would come running when we neded a tour guide. She would change her schedule so she would personally witness the smiles upon the children faces. She Simply enjoyed meeting and greeting people and they enjoyed meeting her. We will miss her at the library and I Know the community will not only miss her but miss her experience and guidance. Evelyn Parks, Volunteer/Homebound Coordinator
October 31, 2011
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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