Matthew Paul Thornton age 57, of Forsyth, Missouri passed away on March 20, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born on December 21, 1962 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of Clarence Edward and Antoinette Fletcher Thornton. He had been a resident of the Forsyth area for several years and was a painting contractor. He was also a member of the Freedom Fellowship in Branson, Mo.

Survivors are his wife: Rhonda Roeder Thornton of the home. Two daughters; Sydney Thornton of Oklahoma City, Okla and Ashley Mathena of Nixa, Missouri. His father Clarence “Ed” Thornton of St. Louis, Missouri. Eight brothers; Tom Thornton (Reenie) of St. Louis, Rick Thornton (Moira) of St. Louis, Dave Thornton (Regina) Kansas City, Missouri, Jim Thornton of St. Louis, Missouri, Bill Thornton (Julie) of Chandler, Arizona, John Thornton (Robin) of St. Louis, Chris Thornton (Maggie) of St. Louis, and Mark Thornton (Christy) of St. Louis, Missouri. Several nieces and nephews. Matt was preceded in death by his mother, “Toni” Thornton, a niece, Kayla Thornton and sister-in-law, Terri Thornton.

A Celebration of Life service will be held from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Thousand Hills Club House in Branson with Pastor Scott Presley officiating. There will be golf played from 8:00 am until noon for anyone who wants to participate lunch served at noon for everyone who wants to attend. Arrangements are under the direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home in Branson.

In lieu of flowers memorials in his memory are suggested to Harvest House Ministries, 210 South Commercial St, Branson, Missouri 65616.

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