Charles J. Thornton's obituary , Passed away on May 17, 2023 in Wilmington, Delaware

Charles J. Thornton

May 17, 2023

Wilmington, Delaware

Charles J. Thornton's obituary , Passed away on May 17, 2023 in Wilmington, Delaware

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Pagano Funeral Home

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Charles J. Thornton Obituary

We are sad to announce that on May 17, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Charles J. Thornton of Wilmington, Delaware, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Thomas Thornton and Sarah Thornton (O'Leary); his siblings, Margaret Mealey, Thomas Thornton, Mary Hewes, Rose Leskie and Joseph Thornton; and his pet Sadie Marie.

He is survived by: his wife Patricia Murphy Thornton; his children, Kelly McGrath (David) and Chuck Thornton (Lisa); and his grandchildren, Katie, Shaun, Meghan, Ben and Hayden.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Charlie's name to either St Jude Children's Hospital (stjude.org) or Bayada Hospice (bayada.com).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pagano Funeral Home



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May 25

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Church of the Holy Child
2500 Naamans Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810

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May 25

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Church of the Holy Child
2500 Naamans Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810

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