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Martha Anderson Thornton

Passed 12/30/2022

Obituary For Martha Anderson Thornton

Martha Anderson Thornton, 78, of Richmond, died December 30, 2022. Surviving are her husband of 56 years, Charles A. Thornton, Jr.; three children, Suzanne Slayton, Keith Thornton (Juana) and Darren Thornton; six grandchildren, Lauren, Logan, Corey, Kris and Caden Thornton and Tyler Slayton (Aubrey); brother, William Anderson, Jr. (Brenda); sister, Sherry Kearney (Willis); a host of nieces, nephews, sister-in-law, Shirley Thornton; brother-in-law, Clarence Thornton; other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. where viewing will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 7 p.m. Monday, January 9, 2023. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January, 10 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Rev. Brenda Summerset officiating. Interment Virginia Veterans Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Martha's name to Riverview Baptist Church, 2604 Idlewood Avenue, Richmond, VA 23220 or to a charity of your choice. Livestreaming at scottsfuneralhome.com video:https://vimeo.com/791623082


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To the Thornton Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Martha was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Rest in peace my friend, Yvonne Jasper Brown and Family Kim,Karla,Kelly,Jelani and Bakari

Your mom will be miss my heart goes out to Sue and your family God will help you through thid

To cousins Charles, Suzanne and family. So sorry to hear about the passing of cousin Martha. Our sincere condolences and continuing prayers for the family with love.

To the Thornton Family, we lift you up in prayer. May God strengthen you and comfort you. Deacon Carolyn Demery Bethlehem Baptist Church.

Sue, Keith, and Big D. Our prayers go out to your family. Mrs. Thornton will be deeply missed. May God comfort you in this time of need. The memories of us growing up together in Sherwood Park will never be forgotten. Pierce Callaham, Jr and family.

My condolences and sympathy are extended to the Thornton Family, may Mrs. Thornton Rest in Peace and her memory be a blessing to all that knew her. The Chappelle family, Quincy, Valeta, and Olivia

To the Thorton & the Anderson families, we are sending our heartfelt sympathy and condolences for your Beloved Martha. Our family is sending prayers of comfort knowing she is resting in the arms of Jesus in peace. Duffy, Lucinda & Audra Nobles

I'm so very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in God's love at all his most difficult time. My most sincere prayers and condolences. Roslyn de Cordova

May God continue to Bless you in this difficult time, in the passing of a sweet, kind and beautiful person. I worked with her in the Ushers Union and she was always a joy to be around. She is at peace and rest now.

Hazel Walker Hobson

MY sympathy is extended to the family of Martha Thornton in her Home going and we pray that God will give you strength to get through this difficult time, Martha was a sweet, sweet person as we worked together in the Ushers Union. Sleep on and take your rest, we loved you but God loved you best

Love you Sue. Praying for comfort and peace. Love, your MW classmate, Colita Nichols Fairfax

Dear Sue, my heart goes out to you and your family at this sad time. I know you will hold dear the lovely memories of your mother and I am so honored to have met Mrs. Thornton. May her love, strength and joy remain with you and your family for a lifetime. Sincerely Diana

Sending prayers to Cousin Charles Cousin Sherry and the rest of the family Rest In Peace Cousin Martha

Sue and family, Sending our love and praying for you in this time of great sorrow. Your mom will forever be in our hearts and fondest memories. Love Renee and Le Orr

Suzanne my prayers go out for you and your family. May God give you all peace and comfort as you move forth. God bless you. Kimela Combs

To Bro and family, so sorry to hear of Martha's passing. May God give all of you comfort in knowing she is with Him in a better place. Shirley and Lawrence McCray

To Bro and family, so sorry to hear of Martha's passing. May God give all of you comfort in knowing she is with Him in a better place. Shirley and Lawrence McCray

Cousin Charles and family, no words can express how sorry we are for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. - Love The Ruley Family (VA, MD, DE)

To! The Thornton family! Praying God will keep and sustain you. Martha was a beautiful person, inside and out. Always remember the Love you shared here on earth. She is your guardian angel now, watching you from above. Love Nancy Broadie

Praying for the entire family Sue. God blessed you with a beautiful loving mother. He loved you so much. Hold on to that.

Aunt Martha, you will truly be missed! I'll always remember the laughs and the conversations when we used to come visit you and Uncle Bro. Get your rest. I love you!

-Victoria Seay (Taylor)

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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