He graduated from Bedford High School. He was married to Rhozine Thornton on April 24th 2006. He had a career in security for the FAA and DFW. He had a passion for online games and dominoes.
He is survived by his wife Rhozine Thornton, His children Ryan Thornton Jr, Milagro Gardner, Leslie Love, Cassandra Love, Salamaine Leday, His grandchildren Caiden and Christian Spikes, Joseph Leday, Jasmine Leday, Nicole Jacobs, Adrianna Jacobs, Cree Jacobs, Brysunn Leday, Saint Leday, Charlize, Akeema, Journee and Zuri Jacobs, His Siblings Jacquelin Hills, Yolanda Williams and Derrick and William Bouldt.