James "Dale" Thornton's obituary , Passed away on October 31, 2025 in Little Rock, Arkansas

James "Dale" Thornton

February 6, 1940 - October 31, 2025 (85 years old)

Little Rock, Arkansas

James "Dale" Thornton's obituary , Passed away on October 31, 2025 in Little Rock, Arkansas
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James "Dale" Thornton

February 6, 1940 - October 31, 2025 (85 years old)

Little Rock, Arkansas

James Thornton Obituary

We are sad to announce that on October 31, 2025, at the age of 85, James Thornton (Little Rock, Arkansas), born in Coffeeville, Mississippi passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy James leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though James may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

He was predeceased by: his daughter Brooke Nicole Thornton; his sisters, Donna Logan and Dawn Campbell; and his parents, Q. T. Thornton and Mary Thornton.

He is survived by: his wife Tonie Clayton Thornton; his sons, Brandon Thornton (Jennifer Scruggs) of Little Rock and Clayton Thornton of Park City, Utah; and his brother Mike Thornton.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, November 8th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Chenal Valley Baptist Church (1800 Rahling Rd, Little Rock, AR 72223).

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Chenal Valley Baptist Church Building Fund.



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Nov 08

Memorial service

Chenal Valley Baptist Church
1800 Rahling Rd, Little Rock, AR 72223

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