Mary Etta Thornton

Mary Etta Thornton, 91, of Bella Vista, Arkansas died March 28, 2018. She was born June 11, 1926 to Carl and Hallie Pryor in Vernon County, Rich Hill, Missouri. She was married to Richard M. Thornton, who predeceased her, for 70 years. They moved to Bella Vista from Sunrise Beach, Mo., 25 years ago. Mary loved to golf, square dance and play bridge. Preceded in death by her husband, Richard; son, Roger; and daughter, Janelle Gay. She is survived by her nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 6th at Highlands Church. Memorials may be made to Highlands Church, 371 Glasgow Road, Bella Vista, Ark., 72715 or Circle of Life Hospice, Legacy Village, 1201 NE Legacy Parkway, Bentonville, Ark., 72712. Arrangements are by Bella Vista Funeral Home & Crematory. On-line condolences may be made at www.funeralmation.com.