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Obituary For Eva Thornton
Funeral service for Eva Thornton, 68, of Opelika, AL, will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 24, 2025, at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 432 Maple Street, Opelika, AL, 36801, with interment in Evergreen Cemetery, 1409 Monroe Avenue, Opelika, AL, 36801, Reverend Charles Magby will officiate.
Ms. Thornton, who passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Canterbury Rehabilitation and Healthcare Facility in Phenix City, Alabama, was born October 16, 1956 in Lee County, Alabama.
Public viewing will be Thursday, January 23, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. β 6:00 p.m.
She leaves to cherish her precious memory: three children, Innikka Thornton of Opelika, AL, Decarlos Thornton, Sr. of Cincinnati, OH and Dontavious Thornton of Opelika, AL; eight grandchildren; two sisters, Alice Chambers of Atlanta, GA and Diane Thornton of Opelika, AL; four brothers, Joe Lewis Thornton, Robert (Cynthia) Thornton both of Opelika, AL, Jerry (Ruby) Thornton of Auburn, AL and Tyrone (Karla) Thornton of Villa Rica, GA; five aunts, Mary Ann Thornton, of Decatur, GA, Mary Lillie Thornton, Mary Jimmie Carr both of Opelika, AL, Christine Thornton of Rex, GA and Patricia (Robert) McGuire of Decatur, GA; a special friend, Austin James of Atlanta, GA; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, devoted caregivers and Southeast Hospice.
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So sorry for your loss
I am so sorry for your loss. May God strengthen you during this difficult time. Maddox Family
Rest well Ms. Nell you will be truly missed π«ΆπΎ
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My condolences to the family. Auntie, you'll be greatly missed your smile, your laughter, and the way you light up a roll when you come in. Send my love from North Carolina.
Sending my heartfelt condolences and prayers. Aunt Nell always made me feel right at home. My heart is with you all.. with Love Deshun
My sincere condolences to you and your family. Ms. Nell was such a sweet soul.
You was my first mother the hurt is undescribable but your love will forever be in my heart love you Ain't π« Olive
Sending my deepest and sincere condolences to your family ππΎ. Nell was a nice woman that truly loved her children. You all will be okay ππΎ
No words describe how sorry I am to hear your loss may god be with u and your family during this time ππΏ
Ms Thornton aka Momma I am going to miss that beautiful smile you give me every time I would come do my visits with you. You still had that precious sweet spirit throughout the pain. When I left you on Friday and I said to you "stay sweet momma see ya later" your smile was more peaceful and calming. I love you sweet lady and going to miss you dearly. β€οΈ
You will be truly missed! We send our condolences to the family! Love Karessa
U will be truly missed auntie nell from always in our hearts β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ
RIP, Cousin. You will be greatly missed. Dulcey Blow, Decatur Georgia.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
