Russell (Russ) Thornton passed away April 27, 2012. Russ is survived by his wife of 41 years, his son, Thomas, grandson, Anthony, sister Anne Grabowski and brother, Robert. His warm and loving personality will be missed by all. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 2, 2012 at Valley of the Sun Mortuary, 10940 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler, Arizona 85248. Contributions in lieu of flowers can be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, Arizona 85014.
