Andy Thornton
Andy Lee Thornton, 72, of Stowell, died Saturday, September 8, 2018. He was born on April 2, 1946, in Beaumont, to Anna Mae Reynolds and Robert Andy Thornton.
Andy was a member of the First Baptist Church of Stowell. Before retiring in 2008, he owned and operated Thornton Marine Service and Galveston Bay Construction for thirty-eight years. In Andy’s younger years, he was the Fire Chief for the Winnie-Stowell Fire Department. He had been a lifetime member and served as President of Texas Rice Festival for two years. Andy was on the Board of Chamber of Commerce and Director and Officer of Independent Cattle Association.
He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman. Andy loved to take the whole family on vacations wherever they wanted to go. “Gandy”, as the grandkids affectionately called him, enjoyed bringing them to the deer lease and hunting with him. Andy had a passion for cattle and horses. He spent most of his time working on the ranch.
Andy is survived by his loving wife of forty-eight years, Lounette Thornton; children, Dianna Frederick and her husband, Shane, Andy Lee Thornton, Jr. and his wife, Janet; and grandchildren, Andy Lee Thornton III, Aden Thornton, Mallory Frederick, and Drew Frederick, all of Stowell; sister, Marilyn Adams and her husband, Gilbert Adams III, of Beaumont; brother, Bobby Thornton, of Fannett; sister-in-law, Sarah Kathan, of Anahuac; mother-in-law, Iona Williams, of Winnie; brother-in-law, Bob Williams and his wife, Gay, of Anahuac; and many loved nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Andy Thornton; his mother, Anna Mae Reynolds; brother, Keith Kathan; sister-in-law, Betty Jean Thornton; father-in-law, Johnnie Williams; sister-in-law, Louise Jay and nephew, Nathan Williams.
A gathering of Mr. Thornton’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, September 10, 2018, at First United Methodist Church, 1708 Highway 124, Winnie. His funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 11, 2018, at First United Methodist Church, Winnie, with his interment to follow at Thornton Family Cemetery, 421 North Fig Ridge Road, Stowell, under the direction of Broussard’s, 134 West Buccaneer Drive, Winnie.
Memorial contributions may be made to East Chambers Independent School District Education Foundation, 270 School Road, Winnie, Texas 77665.
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Thornton Family Cemetery
Thornton Family Cemetery
- 421 North Fig Ridge Road, Stowell, Texas 77661
Funeral Service
Funeral Service
- 1708 state hwy 124 winnie tx 77665
- 09/11/2018
- 11:00 am
Broussard's Mortuary - Winnie, TX
Broussard's Mortuary - Winnie, TX
- 1708 south hwy 124 winnie tx 77665
- 09/10/2018
- 8:05 am
Broussard's Mortuary - Winnie, TX
Broussard's Mortuary - Winnie, TX
- 134 buccaneer drive winnie tx 77665
Comments
Allison Seymour
My prays and thoughts are with the entire family. Andy was a wonderful person with a beautiful soul. I know him and Matthew were the best of friends here and now together above. Rest In Peace my dear friend.
Annette Stutes Medlock
Heaven gained such a good soul in Andy. I know Lounette , her children, grand children and family will miss him dearly. He will be missed by all. My heart goes out to all of you. Annette
Rona staberg
Prayers and love to the family ❤️❤️❤️???
Pat Larson
Rest In Peace, my friend.
Chris Williams
One of the toughest men I've ever know, you will be missed, RIP Andy
NL
My sincere condolences to the family at this difficult time. May you all seek God for comfort, peace, strength and support (2 Cor 1:3).
Steve & Traci Franke
A great man he will never be forgotten. Loved him & his great family. Prayers for you all
Sheila W Marino
My thoughts, prayers and heartfelt sympathy for you Lounette, Buck, Diana and the entire family. Go rest high on that mountain Andy, your work on Earth is done! Love, Sheila
Bob Williams
We will sorely miss him, but he is Home.
Evie LaFleur Campbell
I am so sorry for your loss! Such a great man and precious family! I will be thinking of you all and praying for comfort and peace! Sending love and hugs your way Lounette, Buck and Dianna!
Jeanette Weekly
Sincere Condolences to the Thornton Family. Andy was a wonderful man who will be missed by many. Rest easy Mr. Thornton. Prayers for this family.
Amy Sladczyk Hancock
Prayers being sent for Buck and Janet, Dianna and Shane, Aunt Lounette and the grandkids during this difficult time. “Uncle Andy” was always kind and inclusive and I cherish the many memories I have with all the members of your seeet family.. Much love for you all! Amy
Skylor Hearn family
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies. Praying God’s comfort as y’all grieve this wonderful man.
Johnny R Brooks SR
I'm sorry Lounette and Buck for the lose he was a good man father and Dad. My prayers are with you and family. Andy was one of a kind when he was born they threw away the mold. I hunted with him for several yeas want be another like Andy. R.I.P my friend
Doris Bolton Bassett and Jamie Bassett
Jamie and I want to send our heartfelt condolences to Lounette and Buck and Diana and all the family. I have wonderful memories growing up with Andy and Marilyn and uncle Bobby and aunt Annie ...... from sock hops in the Thornton kitchen where Andy tried to teach me to dance and to every weekend gatherings at the Bolivar beach house where Andy tried to teach me to water ski.. I wasn’t a good student. In our younger years , Andy was like a big brother and always sweet to me. Later in life, he was a big help to my parents along with Lounette and there for them even after they passed. He was a dear person , always caring and polite in every circumstance . I’m grateful to have known him even though not able to see him in recent years . Love and prayers to all the family from the Bassett’s .
mitchell Toups
Lounette--from the first time I met you and Andy almost 10 years ago, Andy always treated me like I was part of his family too--his kindness and advice were always welcomed and his friendship was so warm and welcoming. I can remember bringing the boys, Gilbert and Peyton, to ride four wheelers and rangers at the ranch in Winnie--he never wanted us to leave always saying--"Boys we have many more acres to plow before the day is done!" He was also so special to my late Father-in -law Mike --these two were like kindred spirits sharing similar medical conditions and having to fight for so long. I have lived long enough to know that God brings people into our lives for a reason--Andy in my life was for strength, courage and Love--his friendship and kind words will never leave me just like his love for you and his children will never be gone--in God's peace Lounette and thank you for sharing Andy with me over the last 10 years--I am a better person having him in my life,. Love, Mitch
Glenda (Lewis) Hamilton
Prayers and Hugs to the family
Tim & Mary McAlpine
Family of Andy: we were long time childhood friends though our families. Many great memories from the beach, bay and boating along the intercostal canal. I miss you my friend. May you Rest In Peace. Love to your family. Tim & Mary.
Bertha Desormeaux
Lounette and family, my most heartfelt condolences and prayers.
Mike and Susan Harris
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Russell Rhoades
I've always held the deepest respect for Mr. Thornton. For me, the Thorntons were always the perfect model of a loving, amazing family. At the head of it all was Mr. Thornton. He accepted you into his home, and treated you like family. Please accept my deepest condolences.
James and Melinda Bass
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family.
Pat cooper and family
Mr Andy Thornton He was a great Boss and Friend I worked for years off shore with Mr Thornton and his son Buck I learned a lot of skills working at the Company Mr Andy Thornton and Wife Lounett Thornton were like a mom and Dad to me they will all ways be in my hearts God Bless The Family and friends Take care
Melissa Ogden Hoyt
We did not hear of Mr. Thornton's passing in time to come and pay our respects personally. Mrs. Thornton, please know we are praying for you, Buck, Dianne and the rest of the family during this difficult time. May God give you comfort and strength in the coming days. Mr. Thornton was an amazing man! We love ya'll!
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