Harry C. Thornton, Jr. age 83 of Canton passed away March 3rd at home. Born in Turtle Creek, PA he was raised in Milton and graduated from Milton High School. He was a Marine Corp Veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Thornton worked as a Plant Manager for L.E. Mason Co. in Hyde Park for several years before retiring. Beloved husband of the late Alice Jaurene (Hall). Father of Naomi Sherry Thornton of Montana, Wayne C. Thornton of Hanson, Gail A. Thornton of Canton & Gwynne Thornton-Tubb of GA. Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Burial at the National Cemetery in Bourne will be private.