Sara Lee Thornton's obituary , Passed away on July 2, 2025 in Nixa, Missouri

Sara Lee Thornton

April 4, 1943 - July 2, 2025 (82 years old)

Nixa, Missouri

Sara Lee Thornton's obituary , Passed away on July 2, 2025 in Nixa, Missouri

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Adams Funeral Homes

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Sara Lee Thornton

April 4, 1943 - July 2, 2025 (82 years old)

Nixa, Missouri

Sara Lee Thornton Obituary

The world bids farewell to Sara Lee Thornton of Nixa, Missouri, departing on July 2, 2025 at the age of 82. Sara Lee 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 Sara Lee Thornton or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, W. B. Payne and Neva Payne; her siblings, Mary, Ronnie and Buddy; and her daughter Gina Gale.

She is survived by: her husband Charlie Thornton; her siblings, Virginia, Wallace, Garland and Dorothy; her children, Belinda (Steve Rutledge), Roxanna (James Gertiser), Dan Thornton (Mary Thornton) and Dustin Toland; her grandchildren, Taylor, Tyler, Tinsley, Kristi, Jaime, Steven, Max, Danielle, Jordan, Joe, Kaitlin, Jacob, Ethan, Gavin and Brody; and her great grandchildren, Everett, Josie, Alex, Dante, Conner, Mackenzie and Will.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Adams Funeral Homes



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109 N Truman Blvd, Nixa, MO 65714

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109 N Truman Blvd, Nixa, MO 65714

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