Beloved wife of the late Irvin J., loving mother of James (Barbara) Thornton, Sharon Perpetua and Cathy Thornton, also survived by 6 grandchildren Danielle, Nicholas (Beth), Douglas, Amanda, Kyle and Heather, 2 great granddaughters Jocelynn and Ava, and her brother Walter Crowder. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Friday 9AM Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave. (so. of Grant Ave.) followed by her service 11AM. Interment - All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions to the American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust St. Phila, PA 19103 in her memory would be appreciated.