Betty "Jo" Thornton's obituary , Passed away on March 2, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona
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Betty "Jo" Thornton

April 19, 1925 - March 2, 2022 (96 years old)

Phoenix, Arizona

Betty "Jo" Thornton's obituary , Passed away on March 2, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona
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Betty "Jo" Thornton

April 19, 1925 - March 2, 2022 (96 years old)

Phoenix, Arizona

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Betty Thornton Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Betty Thornton of Phoenix, Arizona, born in Beebe, Arkansas, who passed away on March 2, 2022, at the age of 96, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Betty Thornton to show support.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her daughter Cheryl Boone-Passarelli; her son-in-law Ray Passarelli; her grandson Brian Boone (Jenny); her great grandchildren, Kristen and Kalie; her parents, Odis Fisher and Mabel Fisher; and her husband Warren "Bogie" Thornton.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley at http://www.hov.org or http://www.arizonastanddown.org a local Veterans organization.

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March 26, 2022

John Senerchia wrote a sympathy message

“Dearest Cheryl, I'm soooooooo sorry for your loss. I'm so greatful to have known your family all of my 63 years. I will cherish those memories for the rest of my life. Godspeed”

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March 21, 2022

Philip Dimas wrote a sympathy message

“To Brian and Cheryl and family... I have nothing but great memories of Grandma. I remember her as kind, savvy, and independent. I will always cherish those memories as well as the memories that included Grandpa. I have been so blessed to have known them both. My heart goes out to you for your loss. I pray that God will guard your heart and give you joy even as you grieve. with love, Phil”

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Tue

Mar 15

Graveside service

National Memorial Cemetery
23029 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85024

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Apr 02

Celebration of life

First United Methodist Church
5510 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012

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Apr 02

Reception

First United Methodist Church
5510 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012

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