Michael Ellis Thornton Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Michael Ellis Thornton of Toledo, Ohio, born in Fremont, Ohio, who passed away on September 22, 2023, at the age of 70, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ellis Thornton and Ethel Thornton (Leking); and his siblings, Marilyn Gottschalk and Tom Thornton. He is survived by: his wife Jayne E. Moore.

Memorials can take the form of contributions to: The Toledo Human Society or Humane Ohio.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Marsh & Marsteller Funeral Home

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September 26, 2023

Karen Spurgat wrote a sympathy message

“Please accept my sincere condolences in your loss of Mike. He and I work together at the Cooper hose plant. He was always the first one in the office. He will be missed by many. Jim Spurgat”

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