Margaret Lou Thornberry, 82, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at her home.

Margaret was born on November 8, 1943, in Lansing, Michigan, to the late Robert Louis and Freda Neil Rogers Burton.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Louis Burton, Jr.; and her sisters-in-law, Linda LaPearl Burton and Cathy Converse Burton.

She leaves behind her husband of sixty-two years, James M. Thornberry; sons, James M. Thornberry, Jr. and his wife, Tracey, and John R. Thornberry and his wife, Jennifer; grandchildren, Courtney (Aaron) Lynn; Jack Thornberry and his fiancée, Meredith, Sarah Thornberry, Sam Thornberry, Milly Thornberry, and Ian Thornberry; great-grandchildren, Jensen Lynn and Jace Lynn; nieces, Candi (Douglas) Stewart and their children and grandchildren, and Mary Margaret (Jimmy) Burton and their children, Lauren (Jeff) Ransdell; nephew, Zachary Burton and his wife, Stephanie, and their daughters. In addition, Margaret leaves behind her band of cousins she dearly loved.

Margaret's life was filled by friends and family that she loved, travel, a multitude of experiences and adventures, and joy. Her boundless compassion for others, her courage in the face of life's challenges, her enthusiasm for any endeavor undertaken, and dedication to her God, family, and country are a primer for a life well lived.

Our hearts are shattered by her loss. We will be forever diminished.

A private memorial service will be held. Harris Funeral Home was entrusted with care.