of Cabot, AR
November 15, 1978 - May 16, 2015
MM1 Anthony ''Tony'' Wade Thornton, age 36, of Cabot, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, May 16, 2015. He was born in Little Rock on November 15, 1978, to Quinn and Cissy Strack Thornton.
Tony served as a Machinist Mate First Class in the United States Navy serving tours in Yokosuka, Japan, Gaeta, Italy, Kings Bay, Georgia, and Camp Bucca, Iraq aboard the ships USS Kittyhawk, USS LaSalle as well as on land.
Tony was a true gentleman and was always compassionate to all he met. He was a wonderful son, brother, husband, and father, who loved his family and friends, and country.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents; Lou and Alline Strack, and Gene Thornton.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his parents, wife, Jamie Lynn Thornton, two daughters; Carlie Ruth Thornton and Lona Bliss Thornton, sister; Amy Springer (Cody), two brothers; Phillip Thornton (Michelle), and Joe Thornton (Shannon), grandmother; Martha Thornton, niece; Avery Springer, three nephews; Kane Thornton, and Frank and Justin Garrett, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
A Rosary service will be held Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 6:00 p.m., at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd, North Little Rock, AR 72116 (501-791-7400) with visitation to follow from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 20, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home with burial following at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock with military honors provided by the United States Navy.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, in his honor. Please visit www.woundedwarriorproject.org or mail to P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675
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43 Condolence(s)
Talmon Preyer
Friday, May 29, 2015
Quinn and Cissy, sorry I missed notice of your loss. I felt like I knew Tony and the rest of your family from our many chats from NLR To PB all those years. My deepest sympathy go out to you all. I owe you a hug. Talmon
Barbara Pumphrey
Saturday, May 23, 2015
Saddened to hear of your loss; may the Lord grant comfort in the sweet memories you have.
Natalie Smith
Thursday, May 21, 2015
Cissy and Family , so very sorry to hear of your loss.
May happy memories help to get you through this sad and painful time .
PV Dougherty
Thursday, May 21, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss. Mere words cannot express losing a son or daughter. My deepest sympathy to the Thornton family.
Gary Fults
Thursday, May 21, 2015
Melissa and I wish convey our deepset sympathy, The lose of a child is a very heavy berden on the heart.
Patti Benight & Tyler Benight
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Cissy, Quin and family,
Our hearts are hurting for you. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord be with you.
Shannon Wilson
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of y'all. I am so sorry for your loss.
Melida Vasquez
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Quinn, Cissy, and family,
Words can't express the sadness I feel for you and yours. Since I learned of Tony's passing, memories have ran through my head from knowing him as a child, as well as memories of knowing Amy and Joe. Course, he was good friends with my brother Jeovany, as they were classmates. I just hung out when I was allowed too, LOL!.
I'm sorry I could not pay my respects in person but you all have been and will continue to be in my deepest thoughts, heart, and prayers. May God comfort you all during this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Melida
Rita Hoskins Ellis
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Quinn and Cissy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tony was a very special young man, with a smile I will never forget. Please know I will keep you all close in my prayers.
Jeff Rogalski
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
With the Deepest Sympathy
to the Family. My thoughts and
prayers are with you all.
RIP...Tony
Semper Fi...Navy Brother
James Hoskins Jr.
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
It is hard to find the words. I remember playing baseball with Tony and keeping up with him through Mr. Quinn at work. Thank you for your service to our country. A life taken way too soon. Prayers for a friend I will always remember and cherish.
Elizabeth Garrett
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Dearest Jamie and Family,
I can only imagine how broken your hearts are; if I could offer this one thing - give it to God. Tell God your heart hurts, as only HE can give you peace.
Praying for you...
E
Kevin and Misti Clark
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Please accept our condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Linda Wilson
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
I will always remember Tony as a gentle man who loved his family, friends and country. The world is a lesser place without him. Praying for all of you and your peace of mind and heart.
Brittney Mullaney & Family
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Sending love and saying prayers for all of you!
Cindy Smith
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Cissy and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your dear Tony. Please know that I hold you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Amanda Cowger
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
My family is praying for you all in this sad time. I pray that God gives you comfort and peace to know that one day you will see him again.
We love you,
Brad, Amanda, Sam, and Julie Kate Cowger
Ted & Phyllis Widen
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
We extend our deepest condolences during this tragic loss to the family and loved ones. Please holler at us if there is anything we can do to be of help.
Larry & Jean Smothers
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Sissy, Quinn and family, so sorry for your loss of Tony. Praying for all of you.
Scotty,Pam Page
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
With All our Love and Prayers at this time, God be with your Family...The Pages
Dana Villines
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Quinn, Cissy, Amy & all the family,
I'm so sorry for Tony's illness & death. I know your grief seems too great to bear. My sister died of brain cancer at age 35. We hate cancer!
May God bless and comfort you.
Love
Dana
Teri Page Harrah
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
My prayers and thoughts are with Joe and Shannon during this hard time.
judy strange
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Jamie, our heart goes out to you and your family. May the Lord watch over you during this time of sorrow and keep you strong and safe. Love ya.
Barbara McMahan
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Cissy & Family,
There are no words that can express how deeply saddened I am for your loss. I know that Tony fought a long and courageous battle. He is now completely healed and whole again. He is no longer suffering any pain and the cancer is gone. I have been praying for you & your entire family, and will continue to do so. I hope that you will find peace and comfort in the days and months ahead. God be with you and give you strength and Bless you always.
David and Darla Haas
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Jamie, Our hearts are heavy with your loss. We pray for strength especially this week as you pay public tribute to your husband and the life you shared. David and Darla Haas
Bj Campbell
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this sad time .
CARTI
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Thornton family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Your friends at CARTI-NLR
LaNissa Gilmore
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Jamie, the ladies of the Junior League of North Little Rock are so sorry for your loss. You, your beautiful daughters, and this entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Hoskins
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Quinn and entire Family - so sorry to hear of Tony's passing - It makes me feel as if I lost one of my very own - my thoughts and prayers are extended to each of you during this difficult time. - Jim Hoskins
Bobby and Karen Shook
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Jamie, Cissy, Quinn and Family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your husband and son. As time goes by I pray these sad feelings and difficult times will be replaced with all the happy memories of Tony and your family. We love you guys!
Shane Helton
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Wendy Miers
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Cissy and family, my heart hurts with your loss and may prayers surround you all. May God provide peace and strength and may the special memories of Tony's life fill your minds and hearts during this most difficult time.
Sandy and Danny Garner
Monday, May 18, 2015
Cissy and Quinn so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and family
Cindy Chenault
Monday, May 18, 2015
Keeping your family in prayer. Please know how very sorry we are for your loss. May the future bring peace soon.
Vetrix & Robert Winchester
Monday, May 18, 2015
Our sympathy to the family. I remember Tony as a young boy eating Thanksgiving dinner at Big Ma's. The family made us feel like we were a part of the family---thank you!!! Love, Vetrix
Beth Durham-Gillett
Monday, May 18, 2015
His service to our country will never be forgotten. Keeping his family in our thoughts and prayers. Blue Star Mothers of America - Houston Texas Chapter
Robert Porter
Monday, May 18, 2015
Dear Ms. Jamie, Mr. Quinn and Ms. Cissy,
I keep you all in my thoughts and prayers just as I keep Tony in my memories. Your son is one of the finest men I have had the privilege to know. My heart goes out to all of you. I hope you are comforted somewhat in knowing that he will always be in my heart too. God bless you all.
Robert Porter, TRF, Kings Bay, GA
Robert & Barbara Green
Monday, May 18, 2015
Thornton Family, We are so sorry for your loss of Tony. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. This is such a terrible loss those grandkids have lost such a treasure and will be lost without their beloved dad. He was a wonderful man and a wonderful dad!
Anita Heaslet
Monday, May 18, 2015
Cissy, your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you during this difficult time
LCDR Shawn Ware
Monday, May 18, 2015
I served with Tony in Iraq under less than desirable conditions and knew him to be steady and even keeled regardless of the challenge presented. We remained in occasional contact over the last few years and I know he and you struggled mightily through the ups and downs of his illness and can only hope that his passing provides all with some measure of peace. He will be missed, especially our running Tosh.0 text exchanges. Rest in peace, my Friend.
Karl King
Monday, May 18, 2015
Your heart must be aching with such sorrow; and know that every tear you shed will be heard and felt by our lady in heaven with such a vibration of love as to move her to create a new star, which shall be called by your Son's name.
Be well and gentle with yourself dear Thornton Family and know also that my thought's are with you in these sad day's of your life.
Thank you, Anthony Wade Thornton for being my Shipmate and my true Friend! Now, rest easy in the arms of the Lord.
With love and condolences to you and your's.
Karl W King
USN, Retired
Sheila Standley, ASP
Monday, May 18, 2015
Cissy, Quinn, Family and Friends: My deepest condolences and prayers! May God comfort and bless each of you! May Tony's memories keep a smile on your face and love, forever, in your hearts!
He's only gone on ahead of you,
Not just left you behind.
Although you can't be with him right now,
He lives on in your heart and mind.
The day will come when you'll meet again
On Heaven's distant shore,
And then you will walk hand in hand
Together, forever more.
Tonya Musial
Monday, May 18, 2015
Cissy and family. I'm so sorry for this terrible loss. I know how much you love all your children and it's just not fair for you to go thru this. Love you! Tonya