Samuel Lee Thornton Sr. Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Samuel Lee Thornton Sr. of Bishop, Virginia, whose life came to an end on April 30, 2026 at the age of 93, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Matthew Hollomon and Victoria Rhodes; his wife Ernestine Thornton; and his sons, Marzelle "Junebug" Phillips (Beatrice) and Archie Phillips.
He is survived by: his children, Venice Alston, Bonita Ricks (Jerry), Samuel Thornton Jr. (Bertha), Katrina Setzer, Barry Phillips (Beulah) and Angela HayesHe; and his siblings, Ollie Galloshaw (late Jimmy), Phyllis Martin (Woodrow) and Walter GeorgeHe.
