Yolanda S. Thornton

 Yolanda Suzanne (Harvey) Thornton

           July 5,1956   - January 18, 2020

Yolanda was called home to eternal rest on January 18, 2020. She passed at her residence, in Kirtland, Ohio. 

She attended school and graduated from Mentor High School in 1974.  She worked various occupations over the years at Olan Mills Portrait Studios, a cook at "George's Famous Dinner Bell"  and she obtained her certification as a Medical Assistant, at ESI Career Center while working at Mag-Nif in Mentor. Where she met her husband of the last 20 years.

Yolanda is preceded in passing by her parents, Dale and Janiece (Murney) Harvey.

Siblings, James T. Harvey, and Kendra K. Whitfield.

Survivors, Spouse Alan L. Thornton 

Son, Rufus B. Nelson of Medina 

Daughter, Jennifer M. Nelson of Concord, 

6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

Step- children, Charles, Bridgette, Alan and Corey.

In respect of Yolanda's wishes, there will be no public services. A private memorial for family and friends will take place at a later date.