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Samuel T. Thornton

January 07, 1944 - June 20, 2024

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Obituary For Samuel T. Thornton

With humble respect, Sewell Mortuary in Grantville announces the transition of Samuel T. Thornton on June 20th, 2024.

The funeral service will be on June 29, 2024, at 1 pm at Total Faith Missionary Church 104 Railroad St Luthersville GA 30251

Interment will follow at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church 2950 Primrose Rd in Greenville Ga

Samuel Thomas Thornton, known affectionately
as Henry Sam, passed away June 20, 2024, in East
Point, Georgia, at the age of 80. Born on January
7, 1944, in Moreland, Georgia, he was a lifelong
resident of the state and cherished its rich, natural
beauty - a passion reflected in his love for fishing.

Henry Sam dedicated many years of service to
companies such as Graybar, Wright-Lopez and
Ansco, contributing diligently to each role he
undertook. Fishing was not just a hobby but a
reflection of his calm and patient demeanor, often
spending hours by the water, which brought him
immense peace and joy!

He leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished
memories with his family. He is survived by his
children, Correta Brown of College Park, GA,
Edward Thornton (Shirley) of Hinesville, GA,
Jerry Thornton of Atlanta, GA, and Debry Smith
(Curry) of Riverdale, GA, his sisters Mattie
Rosser (John), Eula Nesbit, Ollie Parks, and
brothers Thomas and Curtis Thornton also survive
him.

Henry Sam was a proud grandfather to nine
grandchildren and twenty one great-grandchildren,
all of whom he adored deeply. His extended
family includes numerous nieces, nephews and a
host of friends who will miss his warm
conversations and spontaneous road trips.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel
and Bessie Thornton, his brothers Robert and
James Thornton and sisters Mary Ann Heard and
Betty Jean Owens.

Sewell Mortuary is honored to be entrusted with providing end-of-life services to the family of Samuel T. Thornton.

Program

Services

29 Jun

Interment

Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery 2950 Primrose Rd Greenville, GA 30222 Get Directions ยป
29 Jun

Funeral Service

01:00 PM

Total Faith Missionary Church 104 Railroad Street Luthersville, GA Get Directions ยป
by Obituary Assistant

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Condolences

  • June 28, 2024

    My condolences to my Cousins for the loss of their Father. He will be truly missed.

  • June 28, 2024

    Mr. Samuel Thornton was loved and will be missed! THE HILLCREST SENIOR COMMUNITY

  • June 25, 2024

    Prayers and condolence to the family The Moreland connally ,and parks family ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ™

  • June 24, 2024

    May God grant you strength and peace during this time of loss. Sending the family our heartfelt condolences, from the Overton and Rayford.

  • June 23, 2024

    Sending sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family of Sam I have very good and funny memories and will never forget a very sweet man may he rest in heavenly peace!!You and your family are in my prayers the Cammon and Jackson family ๐Ÿ™

Tributes

  • Beautiful Dreams

    Maurshanda Matthews - January 01, 1970

    Debry may the love and all the wonderful times shared with your Dear Dad live on in your heart. May God's healing presence surround you now and always. Love Renee, Deno and Ebony

  • Tender Tribute

    Michelle Williams sent Tender Tribute for Samuel T. Thornton - June 25, 2024

    Celebrating the life of a wonderful man and mourning his passing with you. May God continue to comfort the Thornton family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers always. Tim & Michelle Williams

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