Gabriel Edward Thornton, 27, of Chana, Illinois passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 in Rockford. Gabriel was born on July 31, 1992 in our family’s farmhouse to Mary Hart and Michael Thornton, the youngest of seven children.
Gabriel loved life and was widely known for his charm and charisma. He faced a lifetime of challenges with a buoyant optimism and laid back attitude. Gabriel was energetic, engaging and original. He loved to play guitar and he showed a generosity of spirit to those who looked to him for help. His life was often controlled, and ultimately cut short, by drug addiction.
Gabriel is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Hart; father, Michael Thornton; grandparents, Richard and Mary Belle (Orner) Hart, Mary Ann (Morin) and Marvin Thornton; and beloved uncle, Bill Greer.
Gabriel is survived by his siblings, Andrew Kellogg, Myriah Pena, Haelan Hart, Robin Kellogg, Casey Kellogg, Jessie Thornton; his half-brother, Jacob Thornton; his daughter, Chloe; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
We miss you, little brother, and we will always love you.
A private memorial service will be held for the family. Cremation rites have been accorded.
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