Marjorie Lee Thornton, 92, of Winnfield, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 19, 2024. She was born on June 10, 1932, in Bismarck, Arkansas, to Gilliam Moore Thornton and Maggie Lizbeth Prince Thornton.

Marjorie was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Winnfield, where her faith was a guiding light throughout her life. Alongside her beloved husband, Dean Thornton, she proudly owned and operated Deano’s, a cherished local business, for many years. Marjorie’s warmth, hospitality, and devotion to family and community left an indelible mark on all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Dean Thornton, her grandson Barry Thornton, her brother Lindsey Thornton, and many others dear to her heart.

Marjorie is survived by her loving children, Deano Thornton (Teresa) and Gilda Wood (Wayne). She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Bryan Wood (Angie), Jeremy Wood (Kelli), Liza Grimm (John), and Mallorie Gardner (Lance); twelve great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and several cherished nieces and nephews. In addition, she shared a special bond with many close friends who were like family, including Judge David Hobdy, Jr. (Cynthia) 

Visitation was held at Southern Funeral Home in Winnfield on Sunday, September 22, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and again on Monday, September 23, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. 

A funeral service celebrating Marjorie’s life followed at 2:00 PM, officiated by Rev. John Holland and Rev. Lamar Carpenter. She was laid to rest at the Garden of Memories.

Tim Page, Buck Carter, Gregg Davies, Mickey Brewton, Andre Bass, and Jimmy Thompson honored Marjorie’s memory as pallbearers.  Serving as honorary pallbearers were Wayne Moore, Kirk Miles, Don Kelley, Bryan Kelley, Brent Hubbard, and Lee Zimmerman.

Expressions of sympathy and condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.southernfuneralhome.com.

Marjorie will be remembered for her boundless love for her family, her steadfast faith, and her generous spirit. She touched countless lives and will be deeply missed.