Nathan M. "Nate" Thornton's obituary , Passed away on March 20, 2026 in Saint Joseph, Missouri

Nathan M. "Nate" Thornton

December 22, 1979 - March 20, 2026 (46 years old)

Saint Joseph, Missouri

Nathan M. "Nate" Thornton's obituary , Passed away on March 20, 2026 in Saint Joseph, Missouri

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Rupp Funeral Home

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Nathan M. "Nate" Thornton

December 22, 1979 - March 20, 2026 (46 years old)

Saint Joseph, Missouri

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Nathan M. Thornton Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on March 20, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Nathan M. Thornton of Saint Joseph, Missouri. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Nathan M. Thornton to show support.

Though Nathan has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Shirley Thornton and Larry Thornton; his brother Jason Tyler Thornton; and his niece Maylee DeSpain. He is survived by: his sisters, Haley M. DeSpain (Ricky Reed) and Amber Green (Randy); his son Matthew Thornton of St. Joseph, MO; and his close friends, Michelle Cooper and Josh Zaenker. He is also survived by sons, 1 bonus daughter, and 7 grandchildren, as well as 3 nephews and a niece.

Memorials are requested to the Nate Thornton Memorial fund either direct call to the funeral home or online at http://www.ruppfuneral.com donate funeral fund from his obituary.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rupp Funeral Home



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