Aliene Glascock Thornton

1937 - 2017

Aliene Glascock Thornton obituary, 1937-2017, Martinsville, VA

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Aliene Thornton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 2, 2017.

Aliene G. Thornton, 80, of Martinsville, VA passed away March 1, 2017 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born in Virgilina, VA, February 22, 1937 to Allie P. and Ophelia V. Glascock.
Aliene was a graduate of Halifax County High School, held a Bachelor's degree from Longwood University, and a Master's degree from Radford University. She taught Kindergarten through 5th grade and the Enrichment Program in the Martinsville City Schools for over 30 years.
As a member of Chatham Heights Baptist Church, Aliene served as a Deacon, Librarian, Sunday School Teacher, Choir member, Knit Wits volunteer, Baptist Women's Mission Union member, and various other volunteer functions. She was an active member of the Virginia Torch Bearer Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority for 58 years, as well as, a longtime member of Delta Kappa Gamma Society.
Surviving are her husband of 57 years, Robert (Bobby) T. Thornton, Jr.; son, Robert (Rob) T. Thornton, III (Kelly) of Marietta, GA; daughter, Martha T. Smith (Jim) of Rock Hill, SC; grandchildren, Taylor T. Basham, James E. Smith, Jr., Mary Carter Thornton, Peyton H. Smith, and Ransome T. Smith; great granddaughters, Reagan G. Basham and Finley S. Basham; sister, Joyce G. Lyon (John); and numerous beloved nephews, niece and cousins.
The family will receive friends Friday, March 3 at Chatham Heights Baptist Church from 6:00 to 8:00pm. The funeral service will be held at Chatham Heights Baptist Church, Saturday, March 4 at 1:00pm, with Dr. Mike Hatfield officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Chatham Heights Baptist Church, 1235 Chatham Heights Road, Martinsville, VA 24112.

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Sandra S. Barrett

She was such a sweet lady. She will always be in everyone's heart.

March 6, 2017

Bonnie & Patrick Draper

Seems as it was just the other day we were exchanging smiles and laughter about just the ordinary things life brings. We miss you but know that one day we will see you again.

March 4, 2017

Felicia Gardner Galyean, David, Lorene, and Keith Gardner

So sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Thornton. Such a lovely lady from being my kindergarten teacher, her involvement in Chatham Heights Baptist Church, and helping others. Will always appreciate her calls, and
visits to my family during time of need. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Thornton, and family.

March 4, 2017

Felicia Gardner Galyean, David, Lorene, and Keith Gardner

So sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Thornton. Such a lovely lady from being my kindergarten teacher, her involvement in Chatham Heights Baptist Church, and helping others. Will always appreciate her calls, and
visits to my family during time of need. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Thornton, and family.

March 3, 2017

Reda Cox

I came to know Aliene through my joining Chatham Heights Baptist Church and was always amazed at how she fit in everywhere, I remember seeing her in the choir, and every function the church ever had. I admired her because although she had so many personal things to attend to she always made time for helping so many and never said no. I know our church will miss her dearly as well as her friends and family. I am so sorry we lost such a corner stone to the community and church. R.I.P. Aliene.

March 3, 2017

Sandra (Stowe) Barrett

So, sorry for the loss of Aliene. She was a sweet lady with a bright smile. We will see her again one day when our time comes to be with the Lord.

March 3, 2017

Katie Turner

Aliene, your light will continue to burn bright here on earth. For you love, kindness, compassion and friendship will forever burn in your memory. You are sorely missed but to know you are sitting at the feet of our dear Saviour makes our hearts at peace. Love you

March 2, 2017

Robert Hawkes

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