Clarence Edward

Thornton, Sr.

Clarence E. Thornton Sr., 81, of Richmond, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lola A. Thornton and grandson, Devon R. Thornton.

He leaves to cherish his memory two daughters, Rochanda Thornton and Gloria Thornton; one son, Clarence E. Thornton Jr.; four grandchildren, Anfernee, Cameron, Dakota and Chauncey Thornton; two great-grandchildren, Cher'Asia and Camilla Thornton; one brother, Charles Thornton; two sisters-in-law, Shirley Thornton and Veronica Stuckley (Allen); one brother-in-law, Joseph Jones (Beverly); a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; two devoted, Cloria Pleasant and James Bonner.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. where viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Thursday, October 1, 2026. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 2 at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 215 Wilkerson Road, Richmond, VA. 23227. Interment Virginia Veterans Cemetery, Amelia, VA..

May his memory forever remain a blessing to all who knew and loved him.