Anthony Thornton, 55 of Memphis, Tennessee died on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at Methodist South Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Born Saturday, July 31, 1965 in Memphis, Tennessee, he was the son of Edward Thornton and the late Evelyn Houston Thornton. He was the husband of Nikita Davis Thornton. Also surviving are son, Anthony Thornton, II, daughters, Evelyn Thornton and Aszland Thornton, brothers, Everett Thornton and Edward Thornton, sister, Yolanda Thornton. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Friday, April 2, 2021, at R S Lewis & Sons Funeral Home 2944 Walnut Grove Memphis, TN 38111. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM on Saturday at Brown Baptist Church located at 7200 Swinnea Road Southaven, Mississippi 38671. Online condolences may be made to the family at rslewisandsonsfuneralhome.com
Lil Doc was my Classmate Carver High School Class of 1983. My friend we shared many laughs in school. I remember when we graduated you was heading to Tennessee State and I went to Southern University. We shared many conversations about who had the best band. Thank you for being a good friend. You will be missed my friend. I am praying for the.
Add on to previous statement.My condolences to the family. He will be missed. Vickie Giles Polk, DCS
Anthony I loved working with you because you were always proactive and got the job done. A lot of times, whatever I was calling about, you had already taken care of. Your great sense of humor brightened my day and others around you. I will miss you and your ability to see the big picture. You were a good friend. For the family, he is gone but never forgotten. Bet.
Lil Doc, we had fun marching and playing in the Mighty Carver Cobra Band;your laughter and jokes will be missed,but we shall met again in heaven. Miss You,Love You. Timothy Crosby-Carver Class 1983..Alto Sax-E flat Clarinet
My little brother , Anthony 🙂, I can't express the feeling of words, right now, but you and your family was always a part of our, I'll always remember time share with wonderful memories, you'll be missed dearly, rest in heaven my little brother, too your family may peace, confront and strength be their guide in Jesus name I pray
My condolences to the Thornton family.
Bernice Davis
My condolences to the Thornton family.
Doc I'm going to miss our conversations about DCS, the band, family; just life your humor and that laugh. Since we met in 1986 TSU Aristocrat of Bands you have been aa great part of my heart. Rest in Heaven my friend. I'm praying for your family, their comfort.
I'm going to miss our in depth long conversations. Rest in peace. I will hold you all in my prayers. Unck. God Bless.
To Doc, my coach, my friend, and mentor, my prayers are with you and your family. Patrick Love, Class of 83.....
To Doc: We are praying for the loss of your son Class #71 Harry Hi (B) Henderson
Prayers to the family from Cobra Class #72 Jerome Frison
Anthony was one of my favorite people to work with at DCS. He was the calm in the middle of the storm and always had patience. Rest well my friend.
Praying for the family at this difficult time. VP
My cousin Tony was so kind and fun to hang with growing up. I remember him putting up with our silly girl antics and he still treated us with respect. Tony had a gentle, loving spirit, and a warm smile. He wanted the best for others. I pray for the comfort of his wife, children, parents, siblings, and the rest of the family. We may not understand why he is gone so soon, but I believe God knew what was best for him. He has perfect peace. I will miss you Tony. Rest well and we love you.
LaTeasha Parish (Nicki) Fayetteville, NC
Words are not adequate to give comfort at this time. Just know that other believers are sharing your pain and sadness while lifting your family to God for His peace. 🙏🏽 D. Yvonne N. Means and Family ( Columbia SC)
Lonnie Tomlin III
I will not forget Anthony as an employee of DCS. We had the most fun working together. We also played together on the softball teams on weekends. Condolences to Nikita and his family.
Paul s Brown Class of 1983 Carver Cobras
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.