The passing of William (Bill) Thornton, husband of Caryl (Helpard) Thornton, occurred on December 6, 2016 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital. Born in Keswick Ridge in 1936, The eldest son of the late Frederick and Phyllis (Gilmore) Thornton.

Survived by wife Caryl, sons Beverley Thornton of Toronto and Gregory Thornton of British Columbia, sisters Louise (Marty) Trail and Annette Roix, and one granddaughter Michelle. Predeceased by brother Edward Thornton, sister Barbara Forrest, and grandson Damien Thornton.

A local businessman and race-horse owner for many years, Bill was very active with the Fredericton Exhibition, having served as President and past President, he was still on the Board of Directors at his time of passing. Greatly missed by family and friends.

 Although there will be no formal funeral service, the family will receive friends and visitors on Saturday, December 10, 2016 from 1-3 PM only at Bishops Funeral Home 540 Woodstock Road.  For those who wish, in lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to a charity of the donor’s choice. www.bishopsfuneralhome.com