Michael Warren Thornton Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Michael Warren Thornton (Elgin, Oklahoma), born in Paducah, Kentucky, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 6, 2025 at the age of 72. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Rev. John Ray Thornton Sr. and Tommie Warren Thornton; his grandfather Scottie Harmon; his son Michael Thornton II; and his siblings, Jimmy Lee, John Ray Thornton Jr., Decatur Thornton, Adrian Shelton and Bertie Thornton.
He is survived by: his nephews, Chris and Tracey (Carol); his wife Lois Thornton; his son Scottie Thornton of Austin, TX; his sisters, Carol Hardison and Gwendolyn Turner of Inkster, MI; and his stepchildren, Kevin, Stephanie Cruise and Brandon Fitzgerald of Mustang, OK. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, family and friends.
A funeral service was held on Tuesday, November 18th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Ford Funeral Home (305 S Sooner Rd, Midwest City, OK 73110). A graveside service was held on Tuesday, November 18th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Fort Sill National Cemetery (2648 Dunn Rd, Elgin, OK 73538).
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