of Hot Springs, AR
March 2, 1937 - September 11, 2009
Virginia M. Thornton was born in El Dorado, Arkansas, on March 2, 1937. She passed away in Hot Springs, Arkansas on September 11, 2009. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Don Thornton and her parents, Hubert and Agnes Perdue.
She is survived by her loving children, Debbie Samra, of New York, New York, David (Lisa) Thornton, of Greenland, Arkansas, Donna Thornton of Linlithgow, Scotland, Jeff Thornton and Patrick Thornton of Benton, Arkansas; her brothers, Tom Perdue (Linda) of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and Roy Dale McCullar (Vera) of Gulfport, Mississippi; her loving grandchildren Brad (Amberly), Zach (Maddie), Craig, Tori, Finn, Kathryn, Sean, Heather, one great-grandchild Braleigh, and many nieces and nephews.
Virginia's long and varied career began as a commercial airlines flight attendant. She later became Executive Secretary to the Director of the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission followed by Office Manager for the law firm of Brown, Compton, Prewett and Dickens. She held a Civil Service rating of GS 14, and served as Executive Assistant for the Honorable Judge Oren Harris and the Honorable Judge Charles Baker.
She will be remembered for her strong and generous spirit and her fierce loyalty to family and friends. She defined the phrase "tough love."
Virginia was an avid reader, enjoyed traveling with her late husband and tending to their beautiful yard and flower garden.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 17, 2009, at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas, (501)224-8300.
Immediately following the service, the family will receive friends at the home of Tammy and Richard Johnson, 30 Avignon Court, Little Rock, Arkansas.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 904 Autumn Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105-1942.
Sign Guestbook
15 Condolence(s)
Kelly Chase
Monday, October 19, 2009
I stayed with Virginia a few nights while I worked at Alert and Don would be out of towm of those nights are some of my most fondest memories, her stories were awesome, I felt like I could sit and listen to Virginia talk for hours. I am saddened by the loss of Don and Virginia they were two people that touched my life. I will keep the family in my prayers and close to my heart.
debbie Samra
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
To all that have signed mom's guest book. Thank you.
Mom, I hope you and Teensy are having a good time now that you are together again. I miss and love you both so very much.
Mary Ann Campbell
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Debbie, I'm sorry for your loss. I read about it too late to attend and see you. Again, I'm very sorry.
Love,
Mary Ann
Stephanie Krumwiede
Friday, September 18, 2009
Debbie,
My heart and my prayers are with you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Steph
Scott and Renee Rittelmeyer
Thursday, September 17, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Much Love, Renee and Scott
Tina Hoffmeyer
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
No words can express how I feel abot Ms V. She has taught me so much in the 4 years that I've know her. She was the greatest friend anyone could ever have! We shared many nights talking and learning about one another. Virginia and I had a weird but great kind of friendship. One I will treasure for the rest of my life. I truely adored her and no words could ever express how or what she meant to me or my children! I learned so much, laughed a great deal and loved her a very much! She will be truely missed.
Chris Raff
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Virginia was a great friend and a valued advisor to me when we worked together on Judge Harris's federal court staff. She was always funny, smart, entertaining and she sure had me convinced the show could never have gone on without her. I'll miss her a lot and always remember her with great affection.
Elizabeth Heller, formerly Portia Barham
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Wordsworth's poem "We Are Seven" came to mind when I read your mother's obituary. You might want to read it when you have time, if you aren't already familiar with it. My thoughts are with you all, Debbie.
"E"
Class of '78
Joy Walthall
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Keeping you in my thoughts. Love you, Joy
Lucy B. Lawson
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Debbie,
Sorry to hear about your mom. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Carrie Cora
Monday, September 14, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. She is now with Don and free of pain. She was an amazing woman and used to make me laugh. Don and Virginia touched our lives and we will never forget them. God bless you all during this difficult time. Please let us know if we can help in anyway!
Tiffany Aschenbrenner
Monday, September 14, 2009
Debbie and Family,
Todd and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this very difficult time.
Love always,
Tiff & Todd
Berna Goldstein
Monday, September 14, 2009
Debbie-
My thoughts are with you. Please know we are all there with you in spirit. I hope you will find peace.
Love
Berna
Nadia Abou Samra Benab
Sunday, September 13, 2009
In loving memory of Virginia, I will always remember her kindness to me over the years. My deepest condolences to my niece, Debbie, and to her extended family. May Virginia rest in peace.
With love, Nadia
barbara & juddy tolson
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Debbie,
We are so sorry to hear about Virginia, we will miss her, and your right about her fierce loyalty to friends and family. Juddy and Barbara