Clinton

Zachary Tanner Thornton 30, of 116 Underwood Street, died Wednesday, December 20, 2023.

Zachary was born June 29, 1993 in Cumberland County to Vickie Thornton and Ethan Groves. Zachary was creative and loved to draw. For work, Zachary did landscaping and often used his creative talents in doing designs and odd jobs for people. Zachary loved his family and everywhere he went he spread joy and made those around him smile.

A Celebration of Zachary's Life will take place at 12:00 pm on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral Chapel, 1246 Hobbton Hwy., Clinton, NC 28328.

Visitation will be held 11:00 am-12:00 pm, prior to the service and other times at the family home located at 116 Underwood St., Clinton, NC 28328.

Zachary is preceded in death by his brother, Nicolas Thornton.

Left to cherish the memory of Zachary: his parents, Vickie Thornton and Ethan Groves; his son, Cassidy Thornton of Oklahoma; his grandfather, Victor H. Thornton; and cousin, Christopher Tazz Corbin.

Professional services entrusted to Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral Service & Cremation of Clinton.