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**Local Educator and Veteran Robert Thornton Passes Away at 80**
Oxford, MS – Robert “Bobby” Lee Thornton, a respected educator and veteran, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, at North Mississippi Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS. He was 80 years old.
Born on October 27, 1944, in Sardis, MS, to Ben and Sally Wolfe Thornton, Mr. Thornton dedicated his life to education. He earned a master’s degree in education and taught school in Sardis before retiring in DeSoto County.
Beyond his contributions to education, Mr. Thornton proudly served his country in the United States Army.
He is survived by his wife, Lacey Thornton, and his three children: Robert Thornton, Jr., Holly Bailey, and Matthew Thornton.
At this time, no services are planned.
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