August 15, 1946 ~ May 9, 2022
Born in:
Douglass, Texas
Resided in:
Dallas, Texas
Bobby Morris Thornton, 75, passed away on May 9, 2022. Bobby was born on August 15, 1946 in Douglass Texas, to Harry Marsh Thornton and Violet Wade Thornton.
Bobby was a U.S. Air Force veteran and served during the Vietnam War.
He married Victoria on May 9, 1970, living until his 52nd Anniversary. Bobby graduated from Stephen F. Austin University with a BBA and a major in Management. Bobby retired as a Plant Manager in central heating and air conditioning. He also managed a Maquiladora, a plant in Juarez, Mexico. His business used his creative talents where he designed, made, and sold jewelry with his wife, Victoria. He enjoyed meeting and making new friends. A lifetime membership was awarded to him by the Dallas Gem & Mineral Society where he was President and taught many classes. He and his family were members of First Baptist Church of Richardson.
Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Harry Marsh Thornton and Violet Wade Thornton; and 2 sisters, Marsha Duck and Pat Roberts.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Victoria; daughters, Sonya White and wife, Pam; and Christina Thornton Jennings; brother, Harry Thornton, Jr. and wife, Minda; grandchildren, Michael Helgeson and Heath Helgeson; great-grandchild, Michael Helgeson, Jr.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 19th from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Wade Family Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 20th at 1:00 p.m. at Wade Family Funeral Home, 4140 West Pioneer Parkway, Arlington, Tx 76013. Interment will follow at Moore Memorial Gardens, 1219 N. Davis Drive, Arlington, Tx 76012.
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Wade Funeral Home and Crematory
4140 West Pioneer Parkway
Arlington, Texas 76013
(817)274-9233
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Funeral Service: Friday, May 20, 2022 1:00 pm
Wade Funeral Home and Crematory
4140 West Pioneer Parkway
Arlington, Texas 76013
(817)274-9233
wadefamilyfuneralhome.com
Interment: Friday, May 20, 2022 2:00 pm
Moore Memorial Gardens
1219 North Davis Drive
Arlington, TX 76012
(817) 275-2711
Bobby was a dear person with a big heart for his family, his pets and his country. He was a devoted husband and a terrific cook who made the best chicken spaghetti ever. We will miss Bobby and his great sense of humor and insightful perspectives about our changing world.
Danna & Leisa
Love you,
Christie
“The Light in me Honors the Light in You”
Sheila Barnes, 20 London Road, Beccles, Suffolk NR34 9NH UK
He had a deep caring for people and would do anything to help someone. There are many friends in the Dallas Gem & Mineral Society who enjoyed the rock hunting hobby along with him.
These last days were very hard for him, but he was very brave and tried to be here for me. But it was God’s plan for him to go, so he made it to our 52nd anniversary for me.
I miss sharing my life with him. He is my heart, and I miss him every day. He made life so beautiful for me with all his love.
I always love you,
Vickie
Bobby knew his rocks and was an accomplished silver smith! He made many good pieces of jewelry! Bobby could always be counted on to tell a good story and entertained the rock club on many occasions! He will be missed! Happy trails!
My condolences to you and your family.
Josh
I know he loved your mom, you and Sonya more than anything in the world.
My condolences to you and your family.
Josh