Passed away peacefully at Southampton Care Centre on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 of Southampton and formerly of Exeter and Ripley in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Ray R. Eaton (2015) and the late Lloyd E. Thornton (1976). Cherished mother and mother-in-law of David Thornton (and the late Shelley Hales) of Squamish, BC, Karen (Casey) James of Teeswater (formerly Sarnia), Jacqueline and Glenn Cassell of Regina, SK, and Nancy Thornton and Doug Kingston of Hanover. Proud grandmother of Courtney Barnes (Andrew Barnes), Andy Jaworski (Melissa), Rachel and Ryan Galloway, Kevin and Sarah Hales, Christina Clark, Cory Clark (Jill Swartz); Jimmie Cassell (Ashley Cassell); Justin Thornton (Kelly), Jessi Jones, and great-grandmother of 13. Fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Predeceased by parents Christena (Scheerer) and Hugh Chittick, brothers Charlie, Robert, and Jim, sisters Anne Buckingham, Irene Chittick, and two infant brothers, Nelson and Gordon Chittick. Donna was an avid reader and faithful member of her church. She enjoyed crocheting and over the years donated many baby blankets to many different local charities.
Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Society of Canada would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Patti Hunt
My deepest sympathies.
I remember your Mom from your Zurich days.
Patti Hunt (Smith)
Kim Bowman
Dear Karen
My condolences on the loss of your mother. I appreciated my time with her at Seasons .
God Bless
Lynne
Thinking of you and your family Casey.
The Franks
Wayne Hall
To the Thornton Family, my condolences for the loss of your mom.
I remember as a kid coming to visit with the Thornton family with my parent’s Lloyd and Gladys Hall from Lucan.
Keep alive the good memories you shared over the years. It is always hard to lose a parent no matter what age they are.
Mary Donaldson
Our sincere condolences to Donna’s family. We enjoyed visiting with Donna when she lived in Rvilla. She was very nice to our mother Peggy and they often spent time together watching TV and visiting.
Verona Snider
Sorry to hear that you lost a wonderful mother. We have fond memories of her and Ray
Tony and Clara Vanderlaan
Our sincere condolences to the entire family with the passing away of Donna. We know she loved the Lord and is in a much better place. We were honoured in knowing both Donna and Ray and they always were so supportive of our missionary endeavours both in Ecuador as well as in Canada. Praying for the family as you go through this time of mourning and remembrance. We love you and trust that God will be with you throughout this time. Psalm 18:30-36
Tony and Clara Vanderlaan
DonnaO'Brien
Seems like yesterday you were in Zurich.My sincere sympathy to all of you,your mom was a dear lady! Sincerely,Donna O’Brien
DonnaO'Brien
Please accept my sympathy in your loss of your mom.Seems like yesterday you were in Zurich! Hugs to each of you! Donna O’ rien
Ken Oesch
My sincere sympathy to the Thornton family on the loss of your Mom
Karen and Tony Pietrangelo
Our prayers for the family as you celebrate the life of an amazing mother..grandmother and matriarch
Peace to you all
Evelyn Steckle Vincent
To Donna’s family
Sincere sympathy. Donna was a long time friend to my mother Lillian Steckle.
Praying God grants peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Jean Culliton
Our Sincere Sympathy Casey. A rough time for you, thoughts and prayers.
John and Jean
Jim Oesch
Thornton family
Sorry for the loss of your mother
Jim