John Edward Thornton

THORNTON, JOHN EDWARD a lifelong resident of Norwood passed away on February 9, 2017 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Helen "Eileen" Mary Thornton. Devoted father of John Edward Thornton and his wife Kate of Westwood and Judith A. Lydon and her husband Paul of Norwood. Brother of Maryellen Ireland and her late Husband James of VA, Anne P. King and her late husband Al of ID and the late Thomas Thornton and his wife Carmela Thornton of Norwood. Cherished grandfather of Kerry, Joseph, Katie and Erin Thornton. Son of the late Martin T. and Julia (Clancy) Thornton. Funeral from the Kraw-Kornack 1248 Washington St. Norwood, MA Tuesday Feb. 14, 2017 at 10am followed by a funeral mass at 11am in St. Catherine of Siena Church Norwood. Visiting hours will be held on Monday Feb. 13, 2017 from 4-7pm. Burial with military honors will be at Highland Cemetery Norwood. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to a Veterans Charity of your choice. US Air Force Korean War Veteran.

Visitation:
1248 Washington St
1248 Washington St, Norwood, MA, 02062
Monday February 13, 2017 4-7pm