Skip to obituary records

We’re expanding across Canada. You may notice occasional issues while we improve the site. Thank you for your patience.

Terence Thornton

July 4, 1948 – February 9, 2024

Man with beard and glasses wearing a cap

A wonderful person right from the start, he knew what he wanted; he followed his heart.

He was the son of the late Gwendoline and Frederic Thornton.

As per his wishes, Terry passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Friday February 9th, 2024.

He leaves behind his love Olive (Doiron), and a family they created with such loving hearts.

Terry is a proud father of three daughters Jennifer, Tracy (Rob) and Trudy (Jason) He was predeceased by his first son Ian in 1973.

He also leaves behind his grandchildren Hope, Mackenzie, Robbie, Faith and Jurnee. As well his great, grandson Ryder. His beloved dog Ginger will also miss him to snuggle up to.

He also leaves behind his sister Ann, Victoria, and brother Scott. Also, many nieces and nephews.

Terry served with Canadian armed forces. CFB Gagetown, New Brunswick where he met his love Olive whom he celebrated nearly 54 years of wedded bliss.

A celebration of life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 43 – 471 Simcoe St. South, Oshawa, Saturday February 24, 2024 at 1pm until 5pm.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com.

 

DurhamObituaries.com

{fastsocialshare}

Canadian obituary notices

Choose the places you care about

Open any province, region, or city group. You can select several locations.

    Stay connected locally

    Receive funeral notices from the communities you care about

    Choose entire provinces or select only the regions and cities meaningful to you. You can follow more than one place.

    Choose the communities you care about and receive helpful obituary notice emails.

    Choose your notice locations required

    Follow an entire province or choose only the regions and communities important to you.

    No locations selected yet

    Scroll to Top