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William Thornton Obituary
William H. "Bill" Thornton, of Wagoner, age 93, passed from this life on Saturday, August 20th, 2022. He was preceded in death by his wife Billie of 48 years, and is survived by his large and loving family. Viewing will be held from 2 - 4PM on Sunday, August 28th, 2022 at Shipman Funeral Home in Wagoner, OK. Graveside service will be 2:30PM, Monday, August 29th, 2022 at Ft. Gibson National Cemetery. Bill was awarded two Bronze Stars for his service as an Army paratrooper, and is remembered for his years in the National Guard, his time as a history teacher, and for his love of the outdoors. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shining Honor Project online at www.ShiningHonor.org for the work of Veteran headstone care, a cause dear to Bill's heart. www.shipmanfuneralhomes.com
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