Birth date: Nov 21, 1935 Death date: Mar 27, 2020
Juanita Penney Thornton, the oldest of eight children, born to Earl G. and Gertrude Weick Penney, passed peacefully into eternal life on March 27, 2020, at the age of 84. She was a native of DeRidder and a graduate of Northwestern Read Obituary
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
She was such a sweet lady, always smiling every time I saw her. My prayers and thoughts are with Mr. Jack and all of the family during this time.
What a awesome teacher and mother figure during my times at DeRidder High School. Also one of my biggest fans while I played basketball there and Louisiana College. The Thorntons traveled to Pineville to watch me play. How they touched my heart. When I came home after twenty plus years in the military I had to go visit her at the high school. What really touched me she still remembers me. She will be truly missed. My condolences to the family. I will always remember how she touched my heart.
Maxine, sorry for the loss of your sister.
Ron and I send your our sympathy and love. Juanita and I spent many hours together at DeRidder High School. I always enjoyed working with her. She was a dedicated and talented teacher--and a good lunch buddy! Please know that we are remembering you.
Juanita has been a dear, close friend since the 1960s. She's now in God's loving hands and being rewarded for her faithful days on earth. We loved her sarcastic sense of humor. She kept up with our family through all the years Jack and I lived indifferent parts of the country with Gulf Oil Corporation. She will be missed for her many acts of kindness. Love to all her family.
Mrs. Juanita was a very sweet lady. I will be praying for Mr. Jack and the rest of the family.
I was very sad to hear about the passing of Juanita. Not only was she my niece, but one of my very best friends. All the wonderful memories Linc and I spent with Juanita and Jack are with me now and forever. My love goes out to all of the family. Margaret Cavalieri
God needed a special angel! She was a joy. We are praying for the Thornton family. Love, Larry and Judy Kelting
Wonderful lady.
