James Thornton Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Thornton in Bryan, Texas, who passed away on November 5, 2025 at the age of 65. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Thornton to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Whitfield and Jannie Whitfield; and his sister Laura Whitfield. He is survived by: his wife Essie Whitfield; his mother-in-law Ina Mae Williams; his children, Temisha, James, William and Corey; his grandchildren, Layla Johnson, Lataya Whitfield and Jayla Whitfield; and his daughter-in-law Alexis Whitfield. He is also survived by dogs, family, and friends.