Deacon Hermon Thornton, a resident of Montgomery, AL., passed away July 29, 2024. A funeral service will be held Monday, August 5, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in St. Stephens Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Eastwood Cemetery. Public viewing will be Sunday, August 4, 2024 at Ross-Clayton Funeral Home from 2:00 - 8:00 P.M. The body will lie-in-state at the church on Monday from 12:00 noon until funeral hour. The service will be live stream using the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/live/Lwrj15uawKc?si=fJ69QPlVW19LB4VA
Left to carry on his legacy, a devoted wife of 20 years Yulander Thornton of Montgomery, AL; children, Dexter Thornton of Montgomery, AL, Adriauna Davis of Houston, TX, AβViance Davis of Huntsville, AL, Stanneshia (Cornelius, Jr.) Barnett of Glen Burnie, MD; Siblings, Fannie Harris, Charles Thornton, Alfred Thornton (Gail Jackson), Norma Thornton Bishop all of Montgomery, AL and Roger (Juanita) Thornton of Atlanta, GA; sisters-in-law, Kartz (Ernest) Harris of Montgomery, AL, Rhonda Knox, Cynthia Harris both of Akron, OH; brothers-in-law, Gregory Harris of Montgomery, AL, Eric (Renita) Knox of Akron, OH; father-in-law, AC Bibb of Montgomery, AL; grandchildren, Micah Thornton of Birmingham, AL, ZyβNya and Za'Nae Davis of Huntsville, AL, Christan and Jacob Barnett of Glen Burnie, MD; great-granddaughter, ZaβNovia Davis of Huntsville, AL; nieces and nephews, Keven and Keante Harris, Nicholas Thornton all of Montgomery, AL, Keanitra Harris-Johnson of Tampa, FL, Adrienne Nelson of Mobile, AL, Crystal (Larry) Vaughn of Tampa FL, Nicole (Roderick) Coverson and Jasmine Thornton all of Atlanta, GA, Rodney Thornton of Birmingham, AL, Roger Mayes of Ft. Knox, KY, Jarvis Jackson of Montgomery, AL; a host of great-nieces and great-nephews, great-great nieces and great-great nephews; aunts, Betty and Rose Thornton both of Detroit, MI; devoted cousins, Gwendolyn Lassic, Rhoda Smith, LaDonna Vinson, Anthony (Wanda) Williams, Carloyn Williams all of Montgomery, AL, Verdell Robinson of Cleveland, OH, Tracey Jordan of Nashville, TN. A host of other cousins, relatives, and friends.
Devin Jenkins sent The Peace Lily for Deacon Hermon Thornton - August 04, 2024
Our love and prayers are with you!
-The Harmonie Grace Foundation Board Of Directors
Gracious Lavender Basket was sent for Deacon Hermon Thornton - August 02, 2024
To the entire Thornton Family, but especially Mrs. Yulander, the children, granndchildrem, siblings and the Ross-Clayton Staff ,
My sincere condolences to each of you during this very difficult season in your lives. Continue to cherish every memory that God has Blessed you all to share you him. Hermon was truly one of a kind and will be deeply missed by the many lives he's touched over the years. I'm truly going to miss our every Friday visits at the Funeral home it won't be the same. Much love to you all of you
~Josh Osborne-Price
Deacon Hermon Thornton. A rose leaning to the other side. To his queen, Sis. Yulander, you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Elder Miss Pamela Holt and family.
You will be truly missed! Take your rest my friend!
I'M JUST HEART BROKEN..."BUT STILL", GOD KNOWS WHAT'S BEST FOR HIS KINGDOM!! STIN
Hermon, I will always remember you as the little kid of my childhood but more as the adult man of kindness in my adult life. I thank you for the kindness and care you extended me and both my parents. Now you sleep in His presence as we all will do one day, believing in Him. I thank God for your presence in my life, until we meet again. Erma J. White
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You were truly one in a million. Always there for anyone at all times. Somehow, I always thought that you would be here. I'm deeply saddened by the news that you are gone. The angels are rejoicing because you are home and safe in the loving arms of your Heavenly Father. Job well done. Take your eternal rest. To your wife, children, and extended family, my sincere condolences and love to you all. -Celeste-
Our condolences to the Thornton family. I can say this, when Hermon asked me to sing, I'm glad I was available. You never know who you might touch. So keep singing your song, "When The Gates Swing Open" because you have walked in. May God Bless you family.
Elaine & Willie Joe Williams
You will be greatly missed.You were such a sweet God fearing young man who can sing.Now it's time to sing in heaven.Your Father need you up there to sing.May your soul be rested in heaven at the right hand of the Father.Condolences to the families and friends you will be missed.Rest On My Brother Rest On ππΎππΌπ
Condolences from Mrs Eva Mae children, Margaret,Lisa, London, David and John our prayers are with all of you ππ
Condolences and prayers π to Mrs Thornton and the Thornton family,may God continue to comfort you π
Hermon, I've known you as long as I've known my husband which is how I met you. You were always that funny, sweet caring person. Your work down here is done. Take a bow and fly high my friend. You will be terribly missed. Perry, Erica &Pasha β€οΈππ½β€οΈππ½
Condolences to the family π. Hermon I've known you as long as I've known my husband which is how I met you. You were always that funny, sweet caring person who will be missed terribly. Your work down here is done. Fly high my friend β€οΈππ½β€οΈππ½β€οΈ
Lan, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and the entire Thornton family. May his memory be a blessing. May God continue to provide comfort and peace. Love, Dawn Marie
I watched you grow from birth to death and every time I checked in with you it was always the same, your love for your family and others. Your unconditional love for mankind. You were my bonus "son". You may be gone from my sight but never from my heart. Barbara & Jackie. As Jackie would say "do you know Herman Thornton?. ππβ€οΈβ€οΈ
REST WELL HERMON MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILYππΎππΎππΎ
Condolences to the Thornton family! Herman was one of my first friends! We were in the first grade together, running around Newtown as children! Always loved church and singing. You will be missed. You touched so many lives! God got a good soldier! Rest well my friend! From Brender Howard and the Pettus Family
You will be forever missed
Rest well my friend/brother. You are truly being missed. Praying for the Thornton family. Church will not be the same without you.β€οΈππ½ππ½
Sending condolences from the Doss (GA) family. You are in our prayers during this time of bereavement. May you find comfort in your memories of Hermon.God Bless
Herman was a wonderful,warm hearted,caring and helpful person.He never forgot where he came from.He was always in Newtown giving and helping where ever he was needed.His chapter in his book was finished,The LORD said well done my good and faithful servant.It's time to stamp your book approved.He will be seated at the right hand of our Father, Because his heart was right.The Bradley-Butler family and The Woods-Orum Family "We all Love you"
With deepest sympathy π joe sr and debra gadton
Our condolences to the GOAT! YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED! Praying God's strength and comfort to your family! On behalf of the Love, Trust and Devotion Ensemble (LTD), we love you!
Herman It was a pleasure growing up with u In Newtown as children through the years u remained the same rest well my childhood friendπ To your wife&family my sincere condolences. Felicia(Shawn)Street Barnes
Sending my condolences & deepest sympathy to the Thornton family!! ππΎπ
Quilla
My Condolences to the Thornton family...God called home a sweet soul...Rest amongst the angels...You will be missed...
God called home a loving soul..Rest among the angels...With love and kindness you had for all you meet...God bless you in
Heaven...Take your place and your rest... Humphrey Family..
Sending prayers for peace,comfort and strength to the family. You were inspiration to everyone. There was nothing you wouldn't do for us all. You will truly be missed. God has a beautiful Angel in his arms. Rest Well our brother in Christ. We love you. From the Vaughan's Family
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY,THANK GOD FOR HERMAN'S LIFE, GOD BLESS HIS LOVELY WIFE AND FAMILY.I SPOKE WITH HERMAN 2 WKS AGO @ ROSS-CLAYTON, EVERYTIME I SEE HIM @ A FUNERAL I ASK HIM WILL HE BE SINGING TODAY, AND WHEN HE SAY'S YES THAT WAS A GREAT JOY. THANK GOD FOR HIS SALVATION, AND THE JOY HE BROUGHT TO THIS WORLD. HERMAN HAS FINISHED HIS RACE.
Lamentations 3:32 "Though he brings grief, he will show compassion, so great is his unfailing love." Noda Nadine Mitchell
You will be miss Deacon Hermon.Love you always ππβ€οΈππ.
God 's Promise is a life lived in Him never ends. May you find Comfort in God's promise of eternal life, knowing that Deacon Thornton lives and loves you still. I can just imagine him singing with the Heavenly Choir, " When the Gates Swing Open"
Praying for the family- Deacon Thornton served until the end - Well Done!
Ms Dorothy J Roberts Bethel Missionary Baptist Church
Aka- Funeral Home Secretary
To the Thorton family. May God give you peace and solace on the lost on Herman. Herman and I worked at the Warer Works.I enjoyed having many conversations with him. He will be missed by all. May the Lord keep you safe and with plenty of good thoughts and memories of Herman's life. The Osborne's.
My sincere condolences to Yulonda Thornton and family. Herman will be tryly missed by all thiose who loved him. He had such a wonderful spirit. Rest well in the arms with your Savior! Mildred Holley-Potts
SENDING OUR LOVE, CONDOLENCES & DEEPEST SYMPATHY 2 THE FAMILY!!! LOVE, ROUNDTREE & JONES FAMILY!!!
My condolences to Yulander Thornton & Family/The St. Stephens Baptist Church Family,we had such a wonderful fellowship on Sunday we never knew that would be our last one with Deacon Thornton. Prayers for comfort and strength, St. Stephens will never be the same but God knew his plans. God bless you all and may he keep his loving arms around y'all!! Love you all dearly!!β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈπππ
"May you have undeserved kindness and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 3Β Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, 4Β who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God." 2 Corinthians 1:2-4
"And the last enemy, death, is to be brought to nothing." 1 Corinthians 15:26
"If a man dies, can he live again? I will wait all the days of my compulsory service Until my relief comes.15Β You will call, and I will answer you. You will long for the work of your hands." Job 14:14-15 The Parker's Alaska (Lair) and Carolyn
Herman, Herman, I couldn't believe what I was hearing when my sister-in-law, Barbara Parker called me to tell Lair and I that you had passed. I even called the FH myself to make sure that what she said was true. Herman, I pray that my God Jehovah, comfort your dearly beloved family during this time because once again they have encountered another tragic lot which was totally unexpected. I will continue to hold on to those little talks that you and I would have when I would come to visit someone at the FH. And the texts that we shared about the Bible as well. I still remember calling you to come to B'Ham to get my mother's body when she passed. Herman, may you rest in peace, until our Lord Jesus awaken you from sleep, my dear friend. The Parker's, Laur and Carolyn John 11:11-14; Job 14:15; Psalms 37:29
With deepest sympathy to Mrs.yolanda thornton & family may God comfort you all during this diffcult time (Mary Ivory )
Take your rest my friend!! Such a giving and loving sprit, I will always remember you never forget your gratitude towards church members, giving your senior citizens, making them feel special, So much love and kindness. I will miss serving you Hermen!! Even though to play too much!! fly high Herman, Fly high!! Wendy Thornton-Burton
Mr. Thornton you will truly be missed at Ross and Clayton such a funny person to be around if you ever needed a laugh he surely would give you one take your rest
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.