BORN

1991

DIED

2016

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Lincoln Cemetery

12300 South Kedzie Ave

Chicago, Illinois

Denzel Thornton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 21, 2016.

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June 25, 2016

Lisa Schuchart

Denzel was one in a million. One of the nicest, kindest, most positive people I have ever had the honor of knowing, who ALWAYS had a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone. He was superbly talented in both his work and in lifting others up. Sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers to all his loved ones. To echo a sentiment already here, I too am better for having known him, as I believe is everyone who had that privilege. Heaven gained a beautiful angel, and while his time on earth was far too short, the legacy he leaves will continue to live on. Rest in peace my friend.

June 24, 2016

Schellie Andrews

Denzel, you were amazing young man who was going to change the world and make it a better place. I'm so sorry your time was cut short, but just know, I 'm a better person because you were in my life. It was truly an honor to have known you. RIP
Schellie Andrews

June 23, 2016

Marilynn Brack

Denzel Thornton was a young man who was going places. He was a talented young man. He educated himself and put himself in the position to advance his life.. He was a wonderful person and he will be missed....RIP Denzel....

June 21, 2016

my heart cannot express how sorry i am. for the loss of this young man life. i thank god i had a chance to talk to this young man. at alex haley school. a wonderful, wonderful young man, who will be miss.

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