Richard E. Thornton, 82 of Arnold, MO passed away Monday, September 1st 2020
Born in St. Louis, MO on October 6th 1937 to parents of Byron and Edna Thornton. Richard graduated from Roosevelt High School and later acquired an Associates Degree from Fullerton College in Fullerton, CA.
Married to and survived by his beloved wife Maxine Thornton who celebrated 65 years of marriage. Richard is also survived by his oldest son Richard Thornton, his only daughter Elaine Thornton Rhoads and his youngest son Michael Thornton. As well as a host of Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren whom he greatly loved.
Richard is and was a devout Christian, Husband, Father and Grandfather. His faith in God and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ was the center piece of his life. Richard proudly served during the Cold war in the United States Army and will be greatly missed by loved ones and friends a like.
Services: Funeral at KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL, 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd., Wed. September 30, 10 a.m. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery with full Military Honors. Visitation Tuesday 4-7 p.m.
Rick, you and your family are in our hearts and prayers.
To you and your Family Elaine. I am so very sorry to hear this news. Your Dad was a wonderful and kind Man. God bless you all. Your on my thoughrs and Prayers.
Donna
Maxine and Elaine I want to Thank-you for allowing me to care for Rich! He was a kind and gentle man. The little time we shared at the end of his journey here on earth make me a better nurse for my surviving hospice patients. I know he loved and was loved by many. My prayers are with you and yours.
Daddy, I know your with the Lord now., and there is no more pain or suffering. But it isn’t the same without you here. It will never be the same. I miss you so much it hurts. I want to call you, or come and see you and i can’t anymore. I was so blessed to have you as my Father and I will always cherish the memories we shared. I will see you again one day. But until then I will continue to miss you and hope that you can hear me when I talk to you. I’ll love you forever Daddy. XXOO
Your Daughter,
Elaine Beth ❤