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                                                                                              “Fat Dad”

Da’Tayven “JR” Thornton, a son, a brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and so much more, unexpectedly passed away and gained his tiny angel wings, May 29th, 2024.

Jr. is survived by his parents DT and Iesha Thornton, his 3 Older sisters, D’Miyah, D’Neyia and I’Yona, and his twin brother I’Zayah Thornton. Also, his Grandma’s Shannees Hines and Elaine Henry, Great Grandmother Muriel Thornton. He is predeceased by his oldest sister Faith, Grandfather Darrin Thornton, …

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Born

January 30th, 2024
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Jr came home!

May 11th, 2024
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Passed away

May 29th, 2024
Bloomington, IL

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Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

East Lawn Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home

1002 Airport Rd, Bloomington, IL 61704
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