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Greg Thornton Obituary

Greg Robert Thornton (Jughead), beloved, husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away on 3-13-10. Greg was 46 years old. He was born in Auburn, NY. Greg resided in Colorado Springs, CO for 33 years. Born to parents David K. Thornton and Kathryn Moreland. He was a foreman and worked for El Paso County Department Of Transportation for 25 years. He is survived by his wife, Carisa Thornton; son, Dylan Thornton; granddaughter, Jordan and Erica Smith; Dylan's "baby momma"; sisters, Gaye A. Alvez of New York, Janine Miles of Colorado Springs, Kathryn Thornton of New York; brother, Drew Thornton of Las Vegas, NV and his beloved dog, Chunk. Memorial Service will be on Friday, March 19, 2010 at 2:00pm. Location: Colorado Springs City Auditorium 221 E. Kiowa, Colorado Springs CO We request that everyone please wear Jeans and T-shirts.

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Published by The Gazette on Mar. 18, 2010.

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Bambi Olsen-Bessette

April 15, 2010

I knew Greg when we were kids living in Fountain and then again when we were young adults. After that we lost touch but I thought of him often. I will miss you! and to your family you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mark Bloom

March 24, 2010

The remembrances expressed here are a testament to the love and friendship Greg inspired in those around him. I realize that at such a difficult time there is little I can say to comfort you. I can only hope that the passage of time will help assuage your grief and leave you with the loving memory of your husband and friend.

March 21, 2010

Jughead, you were one of the first people I met in Colorado Springs many years ago. I am glad to hear you were so blessed with a loving family and friends. I know you are, and will be, missed. Love and Prayers to you and your family-
Julie Bydalek Jones

Gail (Thornton) Dudley

March 21, 2010

Hope,....it conquers the sorrow
Cry,....it soothes the pain
Pray,....it brings one peace.
with my deepest sympathy

Mike Watkins

March 20, 2010

Dear Carisa,

I would like to express my sincere condolences to you, your family, and friends. My prayers are with you all as you go through this difficult time.

The last words that Greg said to me were kind and thoughtful as he expressed his own condolences to me for my wife due to the loss of my wife’s dad. I will remember Greg and the heartfelt sincerity of his last words to me.

Mike Watkins, Patch Crew

Genie & Bobby Gipson

March 20, 2010

It will be the little things
that you will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push
away the pain
and bring the smiles
back again.
May the love of those around you,
help you through the days ahead.

With Sincerest Sympathy

Carrie and Ron Kilmer

March 19, 2010

Even though we are miles away, we are with you in our thoughts and prayers.

Brandy, we love you and if you need anything please let us know. We are so sorry.....

Pete Cozzolino

March 19, 2010

God Bless Greg, Brandy, and family. Greg we will remember you forever.

Pikes Peak Derby Dames

March 19, 2010

Jughead was a wonderful friend to the Pikes Peak Derby Dames--supporting his wife and the entire league by helping us at every single bout and always there to lend a helping hand. He will be dearly missed by all of us.

Chris Lee

March 19, 2010

My deepest condolences for Brandy,Dylan and the Thornton family. Greg was a great co-worker, but more importantly, a great friend. you will be missed and remembered forever. I am a better man for having known you. God speed on your next journey.

Mike and Leslie Shaffer

March 19, 2010

What an amazing man! Greg's honesty, sense of humor and caring spirit, touched so many lives. Words cannot express the love, admiration and devotion that he felt for Brandy and Dylan. Thanks Greg for the wild and crazy times, and the great memories!

John Mounier

March 19, 2010

My most sincere condolences go out to the family of Jughead. He was a good man and a good friend, and I'm sure we can all agree that we wish we had more time with him. Thanks for your friendship Jughead, you will be missed.

Dustin Hood

March 18, 2010

Brandy, we hope that you will remember Jughead's Love for you, and hold onto it forever. Know that you are loved, and we are always near.
Dylan, we have watched as Jughead and Brandy helped you grow from boy, to man, to Father, in a few short years. You make your Father proud every day, and we hope you know that.
Jughead, words cannot express the loss that we, and all who's lives you brightened feel. Thank you for making our world a better place. You will always be a Brother to me, an awesome, AWESOME friend to Sara, an Uncle to my kids, and a toy for our dog. We are all better people for knowing you.
The Hood Family

JT

March 18, 2010

You left your impression here on earth, one that says, stand for what you believe in, work hard for what you want, and love the ones you want to keep around. I miss you. Cheers... to Jughead.

michele smith

March 18, 2010

If a thousand wishes could bring a single bloom to life, may your memories leave you with a garden to walk through for your entire lifetime.

Larry & Tammy Gillette

March 18, 2010

Jughead was a genuine friend that was always there. He was quick to laugh and share his life and experiences but never too shy to tell you exactly what he was thinking. His core principles and beliefs are the building blocks that anyone can learn from and appreciate, he was a role model for our kids. We will truly miss him and our lives are better because we knew him.

Our thoughts and support go out to Brandi and Dylan. We will always be here for both of you!

March 18, 2010

With loving condolences
J.Bruce Thornton & Travis N. Thornton ( uncle & cousin )
POBox 242 Elbridge NY 13060

Frank Bigerstaff

March 18, 2010

Jughead
We will miss your sense of humor around the foremen's office. You were always there when someone needed a joke or a hand!!! Who will play games with Bruce's lawn decorations. You will be missed!!!!

Frank and Marianne Biggerstaff

Jon Kelley (Patch Crew)

March 18, 2010

Hey Greg you were the best boss I have had the pleasure to work for. Thanks for all the laughs, I miss you.
Brandy my thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family.

March 18, 2010

My bros friendship and humor will be greatly missed,we had alot of good times togeather ,to bad it had to end so soon,see ya later bro.Rich and Linda

Guadalupe Mayorga

March 18, 2010

Time has passed, but good memories remain. God Bless you and your family

English Keith and KT Valentine

March 18, 2010

"Neither fire nor wind, birth nor death can erase our good deeds."
To a truly good man who will be greatly missed and looked up to even after he is gone, we miss you Jughead and will keep you in our memory.

Mike and Leslie Shaffer

March 18, 2010

Greg's dedication, humor and perserverance shone through in everything he did. His commitment to his work and to his friends will be greatly missed. Greg's love and devotion to Brandy, Dillion and his family will always be dearly remembered. His examples of love, caring and laughter lives on as an inspiration to all of us.

James Cabel

March 18, 2010

Much love and respect. I miss you, brother.

Dan (Too Tall) Reimer

March 18, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Curtis and Denise Clark

March 18, 2010

Jughead your down to earth presence and beautiful personality will be greatly missed.

Brandy our deepest condolences go out to you.

Much Love Jughead!!!
Curtis and Denise Clark

Wendy Mackey

March 18, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the Thornton family. Greg was "good people" and will be missed.

March 18, 2010

You will be missed by all, great foreman, you'r Patch Crew will miss you

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