Jeffery William "Pappy" Thornton's obituary , Passed away on August 31, 2026 in Fruitdale, Alabama

Jeffery William "Pappy" Thornton

March 3, 1963 - August 31, 2026 (63 years old)

Fruitdale, Alabama

Jeffery William "Pappy" Thornton's obituary , Passed away on August 31, 2026 in Fruitdale, Alabama

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Freeman Funeral Home - Waynesboro Chapel

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Jeffery William "Pappy" Thornton

March 3, 1963 - August 31, 2026 (63 years old)

Fruitdale, Alabama

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Jeffery William Thornton Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of Jeffery William Thornton of Fruitdale, Alabama is shared. Jeffery, born on March 3, 1963, passed away on August 31, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Jeffery will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Jeffery by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Jeffery is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Jeffery’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Simmie William Thornton and Vivian Pauline Autry; and his siblings, Michael Thornton and Stella Thornton. He is survived by: his siblings, Joseph D. Thornton (Audrey) of Morris, AL and Stephanie "Missy" Hare (Will) of Fruitdale, AL; and his half-sister Janice Moss (Tom) of Chatom, AL. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Freeman Funeral Home - Waynesboro Chapel



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Sep 03

Visitation

Four Points Baptist Church
13007 US-45, Fruitdale, AL 36539

Thu

Sep 03

Funeral service

Four Points Baptist Church
13007 US-45, Fruitdale, AL 36539

Thu

Sep 03

Burial

Four Points Cemetery

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