Alan Thornton's obituary , Passed away on December 8, 2025 in Avoca, Iowa

Alan Thornton

March 15, 1953 - December 8, 2025 (72 years old)

Avoca, Iowa

Alan Thornton's obituary , Passed away on December 8, 2025 in Avoca, Iowa

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Pauley Jones Funeral Home

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Alan Thornton

March 15, 1953 - December 8, 2025 (72 years old)

Avoca, Iowa

Alan Thornton Obituary

The world bids farewell to Alan Thornton of Avoca, Iowa, departing on December 8, 2025 at the age of 72. Alan leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Alan Thornton or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He is survived by: his wife Patricia Thornton of Avoca, IA; his children, Brad Thornton of Avoca, IA, Brian Thornton (Mindy) of Avoca, IA and Brenda Hansen (Eric) of Marne, IA; his grandchildren, Madison (Austin Henningsen), Macy, Lane, Blake, Jade, Haley, Gavin, Adelyn and Taylor Anzalone; his great grandchild Creed Henningsen; and his sister Jane Borkowski of Churdan, IA..

A funeral service will be held on Friday, December 12th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and at 7:00 PM at the Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Avoca Chapel (1304 N Sawmill Dr, Avoca, IA 51521).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pauley Jones Funeral Home



Fri

Dec 12

Funeral service

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Avoca Chapel
1304 N Sawmill Dr, Avoca, IA 51521

Fri

Dec 12

Funeral service

7:00 PM

Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Avoca Chapel
1304 N Sawmill Dr, Avoca, IA 51521

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