Background
Thornton, John William was born on May 7, 1948 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of John William and Virginia Roberta Thornton.
Thornton, John William was born on May 7, 1948 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of John William and Virginia Roberta Thornton.
Bachelor in Political Science, Pennsylvania State University, 1970; Master of Public Administration, U. West Florida, 1972; certified in microcomputer programming and applications, J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, Richmond, Virginia, 1991.
City clerk, City of Pensacola (Florida), 1972-1977; assistant to city manager, City of Pensacola (Florida), 1977-1978; assistant to county manager, Henrico County, Richmond, since 1978.
Loaned executive United Way, Pensacola, 1974, assistant campaign coordinator, Henrico County, since 1978. Board directors Henrico Federal Credit Union, 1985-1991. With United States Army Reserve, 1970-1992.
Member International City Management Association (associate), Kappa Delta Rho (junior tribune 1968).
Married Arlie Terry, August 23, 1975. Children: Dawn Elisa, Christopher Drew.