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Obituary For Pamela Denise Thornton
Ms. Pamela Denise Thornton was born on September 9, 1962, in El Paso, Texas to the late Deacon Melvin C. Thornton and Doris Fitch Thornton. She was the first-born child from that union.
Being the daughter of military parents, Pam attended various schools in the United States and Germany. After her parents settled in Augusta, GA. she attended Glenn Hills High School and graduated in 1980. She received her post-secondary school education from Hampton University in Hampton, VA., where she received a BS in Mass Media Communications in 1984. During her tenure at Hampton, she also proudly became a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Pam later attended Augusta College where she received a Master of Education as well as an Educational Specialist Degree.
Ms. Thornton, as she was known by her students, became an educator and taught grades 4-12 at various schools in Richmond County School System including Glenn Hills Elementary, Southside Elementary, Langford Middle School, T.W. Josey High School and Cross Creek High School. Ms. Thornton truly loved her students and wanted them to succeed both in the classroom and in life. She valued the opportunity to positively impact young minds and to help prepare them for their future. Ms. Thornton retired after thirty plus years plus of service.
Pam accepted Christ at an early age. She remained a faithful servant of the Lord over the years. She was a member of Elim Baptist Church, where she served in various ministries and capacities including the Youth Choir, R.L. Boyd Chorus, Mass Choir, Sunday School Teacher, Vacation Bible School Teacher, Sunday Morning Announcement Reader and Trustee. Pam was always willing to work in the church in any capacity for the cause of Christ.
Everyone who met Pam was greeted with a beautiful, kind, gentle, and sweet spirit. She shared a warm smile that could brighten your day. She was one who genuinely cared about others and wanted them to be their best. She poured her love into her family including her fur babies, her church and her students. Pam has touched and blessed so many lives over the years and will truly be missed.
Pam was called home to be with the Lord on June 22, 2024. She leaves to cherish her beautiful memories; mother, Doris Thornton; brother, Bryant D. Thornton; sister, Belinda (James) Tankersley; beloved nieces, Taylor Tankersley, Madison Tankersley and Lauryn Tankersley; aunts, Mildred (Robert) Byrd, Gail (Billy) Johnson; uncle, Marvin (Jean) Fitch; her fur baby, Lilly Bell; a host of cousins, friends, and adopted children (her students).
Funeral service will be 11:00 am, Thursday, June 27, 2024, at Elim Baptist Church, 2359 Mt. Auburn Street. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends, Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard. (706) 790-8858
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Debberin T Tunsil sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Pamela Denise Thornton - June 27, 2024
May you have peace in the memories you had with Pamela as you go forward in the coming days. Debberin Thornton Tunsil
Nicola Gaitor Barber sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Pamela Denise Thornton - June 26, 2024
With love and prayers at the lost of your loved one Pam. She will be missed greatly. Nicola Gaitor Barber and The Gaitor Family.
My condolences to the Thornton family. Sorry to hear of her passing. RIP Soror and classmate.
Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted. Sending deepest condolences and prayers to Mrs. Thornton and the family. From The Petty Family Ira & Lenora)
I was privileged to work with Ms. Thornton at Cross Creek High School. We often worked Saturday School together years ago. She was a sweet and kind spirited lady whom I admired. My deepest condolences to her family and those who loved her. Becky Cole
Sending my condolences to the family of Ms. Thornton. She was one of my favorite teachers at cross creek high school. One of the sweetest teachers that I've ever met. She encouraged me so many times and saw in me what I couldn't see in myself. I will forever remember the influence she had on me. Thankful for her kind words even after graduating. She will be missed. - Whitney
Ms. Thornton, I am so sad to hear of your passing. You were such a positive and loving mentor in my life. Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I truly will treasure our talks and memories. πAlexis Hammond
Working with you at Cross Creek was a pleasure and you will be missed. I still have a stapler that works and bulletin boarder paper because you gave them to me. Prayers to you and your loved ones. - K. Avret
Blessed, Beautiful, Kind Spirit, inside and out... The Thornton Family, in our prayers, always... Love, Karen, and The Peterson Family, always...
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Pamela Thornton. I am a cousin and knew to be a quiet, kind and gentle spirit. She had a wonderful smile and always pleasant to be around. I will miss her. Praying for the Thornton family.
Debberin Thornton Tunsil
My earthly friends are few. Pam-, I am honored to say you were my friend. Until we meet again in paradise. Save me a seat so we can get caught up.
Pam was my first cousin and I have fond memories of the time we spent together growing up as children when our families lived around the corner from one another in Atlanta. I was heartbroken when her family moved to Augusta and couldn't wait to see her at family gatherings. I am heartbroken that she has passed. My thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Doris, Derek and Belinda. ~Love, Crystal Evans
My prayers are with you and your family. Terry Thornton
So sorry to hear of Pam's passing. She will be misses. Joyce Widby Langford Middle School.
My sincere Condolences to Pam family. She was a very sweet young lady who touched the lives of many. I will forever cherish the wonderful memories I have of her while working together at TWJosey High School. RIP Pam ππΉππ½. Eva Hurt Hawes, Augusta, Ga.
Ms. Thornton, Oh how I'll miss you. One of the only teachers who sincerely cared about their students academically and personally. I'll forever cherish our last conversations. The fact that you have rejoined our Savior in Heaven gives me much peace. You'll forever live in my heart and our precious memories <3
Sending love to our family and the friends of my dear cousin. I'm so saddened of this news and love reading the sentiments of others describing Pam. She will be dearly missed!
Love, Christina (Head) Howard
There are no words for me to share that depicts the magnitude of love and respect I have for Pam. As Cousin, as a Woman, as Child of God, and as a Friend, she was the sweetest, most honest and caring person on our universe. Our family is deeply saddened by her departure, however, we know without a doubt that she'll rest with Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. May Heaven embrace her and Belinda, Derek, and Aunt Doris be comforted. We love you ALL!! You faithful Cousin, Roslyn "Pat" Jackson
My prayers and condolences to the Thornton Family. Pam was always so sweet and encouraging. She will be missed by many. RIH
Michael Tillage Jr
Pam was of the sweetest persons that I had the honor of knowing from our church affiliation. Always kind and caring was how she was with everyone. Her presence will be greatly missed, but her spirit will live on. My prayers and sympathy to all of her loved ones. D. Gaines
Prayers for family and friends. I met Ms. Thornton at Glenn Hills Elementary, where my children attended. Always had a beautiful smile. RIP Ms. Thornton.
*Josey High School
Pam will be greatly missed we become close when I was transferred to Jody High. She was a true friend andI have a funny memory of her being really scared of birds. With all my prayers Nicola Gaitor Barber and family.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
