Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Thornton,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago Park. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

September 3, 2020

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 3, 2020

Officer Thornton's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 2-24-18 to remember and honor him.

Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)

February 24, 2018

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 68th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

April 28, 2013

Rest in Peace, Park Police Officer Thornton. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 21, 2012

Your life was not in vain

Sherry Williams
Bronzeville Historical Society director

July 23, 2011

It has been 65 years but your sacrifice is not forgotten. You are still remembered.

Detective Thomas Downes
Chicago

September 3, 2010

RIP MY BROTHER SPENCER.

DETECTIVE Mike
CHICAGO P.D.

December 14, 2005

Thank you for your service.

May 2, 2005