William Thornton Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate William Thornton of Wellsville, Ohio, born in East Liverpool, Ohio, whose life came to an end on August 30, 2025 at the age of 94, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his son Tyrone Fleshman; his parents, Charles Black and Louise Keeton (Paul); his great grandchild Devonee; and the mother of his children Dorothy Thornton.

He is survived by: his children, Jackie Thornton of Salem, OH, Jolene Thornton of Dayton, OH, Dana Thornton of Wellsville, OH and Duane Thornton of Wellsville, OH; his grandchildren, Tamika Thornton of East Liverpool, Davina, Graylen, Angelo, Aymed, Gia, Skyla, Breanna, Doug, Jeff and Elizabeth; his great grandchildren, Javon, Lyric, Nasir, Anayia, Iyonna, Brea, Blake, Brick, Blair and Alaya; his sisters, Jean Rose Davis of Akron, OH and Gloria Pitts of Buffalo, NY; his daughter-in-law Hazel Fleshman of Prairie Grove, AR; and his pets, Biter, Noah and Ava.